Paradise NEWS May 2019 Issue

TOURISM UPDATE

THE BURG’S HAPPY HOURS

WATERFRONT REALTY

NOW OPEN IN MADEIRA BEACH

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ST. PETERSBURG Sundial Shoppes Florida Jean Co Vinoy Hotel Holocaust Museum Florida CraftArt The Hangar Terminal

Happy Feet Plus Locale Market Hollander Hotel Morean Art Center Chihuly Museum St Pete Chamber So Chic Consignment

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GRAND CENTRAL DISTRICT Fergs

Haslams Book Store

CONTENTS

COVER STORY

24 Waterfront Realty Opens New Hi-Tech Madeira Beach Office

Headquarters of Waterfront Realty, Tim & Gina Johnson’s brand of referral-based real estate just moved south to downtown Madeira Beach - BY KAT KOBZEFF

13 Happy Hour Guide A Complete Guide to Happy Hour Specials - BY KACY VANCE

FEATURES

for www.ILovetheburg.com

28 Tourism - Plays Vital Role In Pinellas - Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber of Commerce in Leadership Role - BY STEVE TRAIMAN 59 Sacred Land’s Music & A Meal Night - Listen to some great music & support

ENTERTAINMENT a Worthy Cause!

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19 Laser Ops - Extreme Gaming

28 DEPARTMENTS

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PUBLISHERS LETTER ....6 LETTERS ......................7 TIDBITS ..................8-11 Arcade. - BY PETER A. ROOS PROPERTY LAW .........12 REAL ESTATE ...........18 23 Who to Ask About Mortgage CONSTRUCTION ........20 PROPERTY LAW .........22 Money - BY PETER A. ROOS LIFE IN PARADISE ......27 ENCOURAGEMENT ....34 26 Making Old Jewelry New ART NEWS ...........40-44 Again Update - BY PETER A. ROOS ARTS & LEISURE ...45-59 EVENTS ...............46-58 27 Tampa Bay Watch Discovery ENVIRONMENTAL ......60 Center - The First Building on the RECREATION .............61 PET HEALTH .............62 City’s New Pier is Dedicated to BOATING ...........643-64 Marine Education FISHING ....................65 CLASSIFIED .........66-67 - BY PETER A. ROOS LIBRARY ....................68 PLAYING AROUND ....69 LIFE in Paradise ASTROLOGY ..............70

37 Smiley’s is a Good Neighbor - BY LISA DOWER

38 Take Charge Entrepreneurs Help Small Businesses Thrive - BY SARAH LARACUENTE

COVER DESIGN: Tim & Gina Johnson PHOTO: Tropical Focus DIRECTION: Renee Roos

Cody’s Road House Harold Seltzer

GULFPORT Chamber Seabreeze Inn Gulfport Casino

Habana Café Library/City Hall Art Village Boulevard Shoppe

ISLA DEL SOL & BAYWAY ISLES Regions Bank Sterling Cleaners Patchingtons

Island Salon Subway Isla Yacht & CC

TIERRA VERDE Billy’s TD Bank Phila Deli

ReMax Metro Marco’s Wong Lee’s Island Grille

SOUTH PASADENA Palms Hospital Winn Dixie

Spiro’s Deli Fountains Towers Regions Bank

PASS-A-GRILLE Merry Pier Paradise Grille Gennaro’s SeaCritters Suntan Art Center

The SeaHorse Paradiso Boutique The Wharf Hurley Realty Don CeSar Shaners Land-Sea Mkt

ST. PETE BEACH Custom Cafe Smith & Associates Resort Realty Library/City Hall Nori Thai Sushi Agave Mexican Mickie’s Ice Cream Baird Realty TBB Chamber ReMax Preferred Dolphin Landings Cafe Soleil Dolphin Bch Resort

Nikko’s Dog Bar Sea Dog Brewery Vito & Michaels’ Riptides Lounge Paradise Grille Synovus Bank St Pete Beach Deli Coldwell Banker RE Basil Leaf Sushi Gulf to Bay Bait UPS Store 5th/3rd Bank Skidders

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Art Expo Paradise Gifts Frog Pond

Chill Restaurant Beach Theatre Keller Williams Realty Coastal Cottage

TREASURE ISLAND Bilmar Hotel The Pearl TI & MB Chamber

T.I. Hardware ReMax Metro Clock Tower Bus Stop

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Volume 25 Number 5 • May 2019

If April’s issue looked like a wedding edition, with the Post Card Inn’s Wedding Showcase featured in the ‘cover story,’ this May edition might be confused as a real estate issue for the same reason. We are celebrating this month with Tim & Gina Johnson, owners of Waterfront Realty who have opened a new office, on Gulf Boulevard, across from Archibald Park on Madeir Beacha, yet downtown, which is being reborn. An amazing location.

Madeira Beach residents west of the intracoastal got a sample copy in the mail this month. That is part of our 25th Anniversary outreach program that mails a copy to a different community of prospective readers each issue.

Those readers are invited to subscribe to get a copy by mail 10 times each year for $22.50, (25% off the usual $30 annual subscription). Subscribe by mail, using the subscription form supplied or online, yes, we have taken a small step toward joining the e-commerce evolution. Hit the “subscribe now” button at www.paradisenewsfl.com Our feature story this month is actually about Tourism. Real Estate and Tourism are so closely intertwined here in Paradise that it is sometimes hard to separate them. Every tourist agency in Florida are begging for funding for our state tourist agency, VISIT FLORIDA which is under legislative attack.

Late breaking news indicates a 1 year extention of their October 1 sunset may be in the offing.

The tail end of winter storm ‘Wesley’ brought some welcome rain and winds strong enough to thin the early mango crop just a bit and a few welcome days of spring-like weather.

As season wanes, local merchants on the beaches tend to mark down end of season merchandise. If you have any needs in the way of clothing, shoes gifts and home decor, check out Corey Ave. Sometime this summer the construction on Blind Pass Rd. is expected to embrace the intersection with Corey Ave., making access more challenging, so I expect you will find some great deals there over the next few weeks.

The Corey Sunday Markets run through May and the Craft Show returns the first week of June. Remember the Gulfport Tuesday Market runs year round. For more details on“markets,” see the Arts & Leisure column.

We are looking forward to having a group of our friends join us on Sunday, May 26th from 7-11 for the USO Memorial Day Dance at the St. Petersburg Coliseum. You will find an ad on page 9 of this edition and on online at www.paradisenewsfl.com from the local Swing Dance Gang that partners with USO to organize the Memorial Day weekend blast from the past.

Hope you can join us there.

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And for all our mothers out there, we wish you a Happy Mother’s Day! Especially the mother of all mothers, - ”Mother Earth.”

Renee & Peter Roos

& All the Talented People that contribute to your Paradise News

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LETTERS

Thanks for including our Sunrise Service in your “Top 5 Weekend Events” It is appreciated....

- Gus Pries, St Pete Beach Community Church

Greetings Renee & Peter Roos: Once again your “Paradise News” is a masterpiece!

(Your tribute article on June Hurley-Young was of particular interest to me.)

Congratulations on your successful publication.

Please include our 501C non-profit Treasure Island Historical Society in your “Arts and Leisure” section

from now on. Here is our TIHS A&L announcement for each issue of “Paradise News”: Treasure Island Historical Society meets 2nd Monday, Sept - May. See Treasure Island Historical Society – Florida on Facebook for time and location.

- Mrs. Ginger Goepper, TIHS Board, TIHS Facebook page manager

Awesome! When will it go live? We will wait to show it off until it does.

Great work and thank you Both!!

We have really enjoyed working with you and getting to know you better.

It’s a Good Life! I needed this today!

- Tim Johnson - Waterfront Realty Owner/Broker

More than 100 of Lance Peterson’s family & friends attending his April 14 Celebration of Life heard SPB Mayor Al Johnson proclaim “Lance Peterson Day” for his many community contributions. The event filled the Don Vista Center with community members in thanks of Lance’s generosity and volunteerism. Lifetime friends like Harry Metz told tales about their youth together in Pass-a-Grille.

It was a fitting send off for Lance.

St Pete Beach Classic • Friends of SPB Library

Mimi Chavin, Left, Director of ‘Run, Fun & Happy’ for annual St Pete Beach Classic, presents $2,000 check to Friends of SPB Library treasurer Moon Metz, 2nd from right, with Directors Judy Cohan & Steve Traiman.

The Classic, started by Mayor Al Johnson’s late wife, Wendy, has an annual economic impact of more than $860,000, studies show.

“They always say time changes things, but you actually have to change them yourself.” ― Andy Warhol ParadiseNewsFL.com |

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CROSS BAY FERRY - by Peter Roos

The Cross Bay Ferry company that seasonally connects Tampa to St. Petersburg has proposed to launch a permanent service for MacDill Air Force Base. Ferry operator HMS Global Maritime and the South Swell Development Group submitted a plan to Hillsborough County as part of a public-private partnership with the county.

Tampa attorney Ed Turanchik represented ferry operator HMS Ferries during a press conference. It will be the first in Florida that doesn’t require state or local operating subsidies,” he said. The new permanent service connecting from Williams Park in South Hillsborough County to MacDill AFB would launch in 2022.

It would also connect commuters between South Hillsborough County, MacDill, downtown Tampa and St. Petersburg. The proposed new service includes: • Service between MacDill and Williams Park every 10 to 15 minutes on all federal workdays. The ride is 14 minutes long. The service could help move some of the 8,000 employees at MacDill.

• Weeknight and weekend ferries connecting downtown Tampa, St. Petersburg and South Hillsborough County • The partners behind the MacDill route have offered to pay all costs of operation, maintenance and repairs of the service, a $100 million commitment over 5 years.

The proposed service would require construction of new ferry docks at Williams Park and MacDill, a ferry ticketing area, parking for 750 cars, a tram service to the Air Force base, and a reconfiguration of the existing intersection of U.S. 41 and Riverview Road, according to the release.

Four 149-passenger boats which will be acquired will be able to accommodate bikes and other storage.

The estimated capital cost of the improvements is $15.2 million. The capital cost for the ferries and trams is $21.3 million. Turnachik said the next step is up to the county and partners to start the environmental permit process.

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The Corey Sunday Market runs through May, and the Summer Art & Craft Show is the first weekend of June. A few weeks after that, things will slow down on Corey, both due to seasonality and reconstruction of the intersection of Blind Pass and Corey.

Expect some back door sales at Paradise Gifts.

TREASURE ISLAND

Children ages 5 - 13 years old can sign up for 10 weeks of Treasure Island Summer Camp Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm.

June 3 - August 9.

Family discounts and aftercare are available. Register in the Rec Dept located inside city hall at 120 108th Ave., 8am - 4:30pm, weekdays. Activities include games, sports, arts and crafts, parties, guest speakers and entertainment, movies, field trips & more.

Call Rec Dept (727) 547-4575, ext 221 or 237 or email recreation@mytreasureisland.org.

Get forms & info at www.mytreasureisland.com

The Byrne Brylinke Team won the Top Sales Award for 2018 from Remax Metro’s 4 offices and led the Treasure Island office each month so far in 2019.

Pictured below: l-r Trey Walker, James Brylinke Sr., Courtney Potter, Jimmy Brylinke, Shawn Byrne

Don’t miss Buyer & Cellar starring Chris Crawford at freeFall Theatre

Alex More has a story to tell.

As a struggling actor in L.A., he takes a job working in the Malibu basement of a beloved megastar. One day, the Lady Herself comes downstairs to play.

It feels like real bonding in the basement, but will their relationship ever make it upstairs? Buyer & Cellar is an outrageous comedy about the price of fame, the cost of things, and the oddest of odd jobs.

Buyer & Cellar runs May 11 June 9! Talkbacks after Friday night performances freeFall FREE and open to all!

Tickets range $39.50 to $52.50. freefalltheatre.com (727) 498-5205 boxoffice@freefalltheatre.com

Tennis Camps for juniors ages 5 -18 are at Treasure Bay Golf and Tennis, 10315 Paradise Blvd., Treasure Island, FL. Monday - Friday 9am-12 noon, June 10 - July 26, 2019.

For info, call Treasure Bay at (727) 360-6062 for registration; or email pgirardi@mytreasureisland.org.

By Peter Roos ST PETERSBURG

David Foote, Grand Central District Executive Director announced the launch of the new GCD website including a full directory of our members and additional features. www.GrandCentralDistrict.org, designed in conjunction with Media Garage Group,

Garden Club of St. Petersburg Plant Auction Fundraiser Saturday, May 18, 2019 12 pm.

Preview / 12:30 pm Live Auction 500 Sunset Drive So., St. Petersburg, Florida 33707.

(727) 381-8920

Summer Nights Exchange at Green Bench Brewing A collaboration between the Indie Market, Florida Folk Scene and Black Amethyst Tattoo Gallery.

In addition to the 50+ vendors at the brewery, the event will also feature an art show, interactive installations, music, and a tattoo art show. This gathering takes place the 4th Friday each month, May 24th, June 28th, 7-11pm at Green Bench Brewing.

STARS & STRIPES USO SHOW & DANCE! Celebrating 78 years of the USO mission Sun, May 26, 7–11 PM Experience an exciting night that brings to life the era of the Big • Sound of Live Swing Music.

Featuring the GI Jive Big Band and an All-Star cast of Singing Sensations.

• Doors open 7 pm.

Group Jitterbug dance lesson at 7:15 (no partner required) • Live Music, Dancing and Entertainment from 8 - 11 • Dance at the Spectacular Coliseum “Best Ballroom in the South” • Great Live Music, Floor Shows, Prizes, Full Cash Bar, Photobooth, Taxi Dancers, Era Stars and Starlets, Historic Artifacts & MORE! • Enter The Vintage Fashion Contest for fun and prizes the night of the show.

• Military, Vintage, or Dress Attire is encouraged but optional.

• You may bring your favorite hors-d’oeuvres and food.

• No Coolers /Outside Beverages St. Petersburg Coliseum, 535 4th Ave N., St Petersburg.

Night Market Returns in July St. Pete Side Lot’s Night Market returns on Thursday, July 13, from 7-11pm. The third installation in this late night shopping extravaganza squeezes in even more amazing local vendors for their summer event.

Shop for clothes, candles, art, greeting cards, jewelry and more while noshing on local bites and brews. This event is meant for the whole family.

St. Pete Side Lot’s market, located at 2133 2nd Avenue South, features a kids fun zone and it’s pet-friendly. A DJ will provide high-energy music throughout the evening.

May brings Faith, Hope, Courage Happy Mother’s Day

Opportunity to personalize, great location! Home requires a bit more than just TLC yet provides choice of finished styling. This 78' x 128' lot favors space for a private pool in a serene setting. 3 BR/2 BA/1 car garage.

Located 3 blocks to St. Pete Beach & the Don CeSar Resort. $434,500.

1/2 of Duplex, alley access with garage conversion. Updated home, newer windows, mini-split AC, 1 BR/1BA, large rear patio.

Just a short walk to Gulf Beach & Don CeSar. $269,000.

Whispering Waters 55+ 1st floor condo, 5 blocks north of the Vinoy & Downtown St Petersburg.

925 htd sq ft, Garage, 3 screened porches, Club House, pool & storage.

All ELECTRI C included in HOA. Cross the street to the Arboretum, Waterfront Park & NE Aquatic Center.

Sorry, no pets. $269,900.

Gulf Key, St Pete Beach, Lovely, updated, 3rd floor SE corner, with custom built-ins. Pride of ownership bldg., elevator, pool, laundry, & storage. Sorry, no pets.

Cross the street to Gulf Beach, near the Don CeSar Resort. $199,000

727-458-4782 727-458-4825JOY HYLAND, CRS, Realtor RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE INC.

P. JAMES ASSENHEIMER, JR., Realtor

Fringe Creatives Gather in the Grand Central District

On July 8 and August 12, 5-10pm, Urban Deli and Drafts hosts the Fringe Flea Market.

Participating vendors include 9 Lamps, Fox + Crow and Wahine Ki. Fringe Creatives is still accepting applications for vendors. Live music, amazing food from Urban Deli and Drafts and more will add Burg energy to the evening.

Price is what you pay, Value is what you get – Warren Buffet

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The City of South Pasadena is

currently accepting applications for its annual scholarship in the amount of $1,650. The deadline to submit applications is May 29 at 4 PM.

Sacred Lands “Music and a Meal” night is Friday, May 17.

Doors open 7 pm. Admission is $15.

Southwest Florida’s STILL FRIENDS former members of the celebrated South Florida group, Steve Blackwell and Friends, perform original music with their unique and memorable delivery, combining strong songwriting with elements of folk, rock, bluegrass, jazz and soul music, they perform throughout Florida.

Carrie Blackwell-Hussey with vocals & percussion, Japhy Blackwell on saxophone, Andy Leach - lead guitar & mandolin, Evan Walsh – bass and Tiffiny Coffey, vocals & guitar.

Dancing is encouraged!

Check out Still Friends Music at: www.musicbystillfriends.com at one of the most unique historical and scenic sites in our county. It is a waterfront botanical garden with rich native American history and a home to approximately 100 live peacocks.

BYOB, add a homemade meal (optional for $8 donation).

Coffee, dessert also available.

Parking: enter via 1700 Park St N. and Elbow Lane, (sign on corner for JP Tavern restaurant) St. Petersburg.

Take Park Street to Elbow Lane and turn west. Then turn Left into the big white gravel parking lot and find wooded gate entrance.

Info, call 727-367-3592 or go to www.sacredlandspreservationand education.org (727-347-0354) Reservations can also be purchased online early at the bottom of the home page.

Enjoy movies in North Straub

Park, Thursday nights in May, thanks to ‘Preserve the Burg’. Bands play at 7pm. Movies start at dark.

May 9th Groundhog Day May 16th Ghost May 23 La La Land May 30 The Lorax

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USF- St. Petersburg Students Class Project

Four students from USFSP have chosen the Skyway Marina District as their class project. They are asking for your help on this 5 question survey to assist on their class project! Please help them out!

Businesses received a similar survey, if you received that survey as a business, please choose that study over this study, but you may do both surveys! COMMUNITY STUDY https://usf.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/ SV_5nF1LGrgNb4Gd37

St. Petersburg College Announced their 2019 - 2020 Season Piano Series

Prices are only $10 - $15/ ticket.

Mark your calendars now and plan to attend.The Music Center at St. Pete College’s Gibbs Campus is musical perfection for these intimate concerts. Start with the November 8th date. You won’t be disappointed. Each program will feature a work by Beethoven to celebrate his 250th Birthday Nov 8 – Rebecca Penneys Dec 6 – Dmitri Shteinberg Jan 17 - Father Sean Duggan Feb 21 – Ian Hobson March 20 – Spencer Myer April 17 – Piano Extravaganza July 10 – RPPF Ambassadors

The Sea Tow Foundation

appoints MarineMax Captain, Keith Lake, to the North American Sober Skipper Advisory Council. “I am thrilled to be part of The Sea Tow Foundation’s North American Sober Skipper Advisory Council,” says Keith Lake, MarineMax Delivery Captain. “This is a great fit for me while providing an opportunity for MarineMax to continue being a leader in promoting boating safety.” Captain Lake works at MarineMax Clearwater where he spends his time orientating new owners to their vessel, including all safety gear. He is also the instructor for several boating classes, including MarineMax’s Women on Water and Intro To Boating classes held several times per year. Lake has also been the star of approximately 40 Boating Tips Episodes on the Marine Max YouTube Channel.

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EDGE District Gateway Markers;

Artist James Brenner was selected for his concept celebrating the industrial heritage & edgy character of the District. Materials are Corten steel, layered green glass, stainless steel & LED lighting.

Roots of the Sun,

an herbal apothecary company, has EXPANDED! The Forest Tea Lounge is NOW OPEN next door to their shop at 2329 Central Avenue in The Grand Central District!

The new tea lounge serves a wide variety of hot tea, tea lattes, and tea-lixers. Visit Jake and Destini and try the new London Smog herbal tea latte, which includes activated charcoal, lavender, bergamot and all the love... oh and Vegan Marshmallows!

GULFPORT

Call for Applicants for its

2019/2020 Community Support Grant Program

The Gulfport Merchant’s Chamber (GMC) has announced a call for applicants for its 2019/2020 community support grant program.

Local non-profit organizations that target or include Gulfport in their activities are invited to apply.

Applicants must be certified taxexempt non-profit organizations, government entities requesting funds for public purposes, or schools and colleges at any level.

For more details and to apply, see the application available at www.VisitGulfportFlorida.com.

Special consideration will be given to organizations that are able to help promote and provide volunteers for the GMC events that raise the funds

making these grants possible.

“Gecko World” events with funds earmarked each year for community giving include “Gecko Crawl,” “Gecko Ball” and the GeckoFest street festival. The events grow in size and popularity every year & each requires a large promotional effort and a large number of volunteers. Grant amounts will be determined and funds distributed to grantees after these GMC events have concluded for 2019.

Since sponsoring the community grants, the GMC has provided many thousands of dollars in funding to a large and growing roster of worthy non-profit organizations. The GMC also gives back to the community in other ways during the year, including sponsoring “Gulfport’s Get Rescued” each February, benefitting animal rescue groups.

A monthly Clothing Swap benefitting CASA is held during the Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market; and the GMC’s “Holiday Hoopla” helps collect donations for Operation Santa in December.

Public art installations have also been commissioned and installed with GMC funding. More information, contact GMC Board Member John Haugen, GeckoWorldGrant@GulfportMA.com MADEIRA BEACH

Waterfront Realty Opens New Main Office With Ribbon Cutting & Launch Party May 16… The local real

estate expert for the Barrier Islands of Pinellas County invites the community to a Ribbon Cutting f or its new high-tech main office at 15235 Gulf Blvd. in Madeira Beach.

Focused on the business community, event is 5 to 7pm, Thursday, May 16, with the Ribbon Cutting at 5 pm, sponsored by the Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber of Commerce.

Everyone will learn the story behind the dramatic 10-foot-wide Starfish mural that greets visitors in the new office.

In business since 1991, the firm was acquired by veteran real estate husband and wife team Tim and Gina Johnson in 2011.

“Relationships, Integrity and Expertise are the core values of our

business,” Tim Johnson emphasized. Waterfront Realty offers a free, no obligation consultation on any real estate matter. For more information contact Tim Johnson by email to info@waterfrontrealty,com or by phone to 727-224-6856.

Learn more about the company, www.waterfrontrealty.com

Medicine River Animal Hospital

relocated a mile south. Veterinarian Shawna Green D.V.M. and her vet practice have called Madeira Beach home for almost ten years. In late 2018 they relocated to the blue roofed building about a mile south at 13495 Gulf Blvd., about halfway to John’s Pass from downtown.

The phone remains 727-299-9029

By Peter Roos

will share information about the regional history and coastal dynamics, as well as explain the scope and goal of the study.

Previous dredging was also discussed to solicit comments on perceived performance and potential concepts for alternatives.

They seek a balance between needs and objectives, environmental issues, coastal processes and potential regulatory limitations.

For more information about the Shell Key North Pass & Grand Canal Feasibility Study, visit www.pinellascounty.org/ environment/coastalMngmt/ shell_key.htm Questions may also be directed to project manager Andy Squires at asquires@pinellascounty.org TAMPA BAY

for his contribution to the law enforcement committee this summer in Louisville, KY at the association’s annual conference.

NSA Executive Director Jonathan Thompson. “Not only are there no limits or obstacles for him in keeping his community safe but he has continually answered the call as a national leader on the biggest issues facing law enforcement across the country.”

Shell Key Preserve

Pinellas County scheduled a stakeholder meeting to discuss early progress on a feasibility study to evaluate shoaling concerns at the northern portion of Shell Key Preserve. The meeting was held on Tuesday, April 30, 6 – 7:30 pm at Tampa Bay Watch, 3000 Pinellas Bayway South in Tierra Verde.

Residents, waterway users and other interested citizens were invited to attend and provide input about shoaling in the vicinity of Shell Key North Pass and the entrance to Grand Canal. Staff from Pinellas County and its consultant, APTIM,

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Boomerang Air Charter Takes Flight To The Islands Of The Bahamas. This option allows for travelers to reach the Bahamas on short notice. With many US Customs locations available, it makes returning even easier.”

“We fly non-stop back to airports such as Daytona, Orlando and St. Augustine without any additional stop to clear customs.“ Some other great benefits: No TSA security checkpoints, drinks & snacks on board and free parking. Boomerang Air Charter operates a Pilatus PC12 aircraft that seats up to 9 and has executive leather club seating and travels at 300MPH. Flight time to Marsh Harbour is less than 90 minutes.

“Leave after work and be in the Bahamas for dinner and the sunset,” Mintzer added.. Visit the company website at www.flyboomerang.com , email: info@flyboomerang.com or call 904-404-8108 for a quote on travel to the Bahamas.

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MOVING TAMPA BAY FORWARD SINCE 1969

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2909 SUNSET WAY Pass-A-Grille $3,250,000 7 Bed | 6/2 Bath | 5,623 SF Sisters Sell St. Pete 727.560.1571

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2804 SKIMMER POINT DRIVE S Gulfport $989,900 5 Bed | 4 Bath | 2,887 SF Kimberly Anderson 727.776.8024

3200 GULF BOULEVARD #204 St. Pete Beach $795,000 3 Bed | 2 Bath | 1,345 SF Heather Lauter 727.515.9910

14249 GULF BOULEVARD Madeira Beach $750,000 4 Bed | 3 Bath | 3,288 SF Heather Lauter 727.515.9910

2092 W VINA DEL MAR BLVD St. Pete Beach $650,000 3 Bed | 2 Bath | 2,070 SF Lisa Feiock-Schowe 727.254.3603

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19201 VISTA LANE #D7 Indian Shores $439,900 3 Bed | 3 Bath | 1,500 SF Wendy Fields 727.647.2286

100 1ST AVENUE N #3305 ONE St. Petersburg $2,300,000 3 Bed | 3/1 Bath | 2,475 SF Don Pellegrino 813.625.4399

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2nd and Second (727) 440-4700 201 2nd Ave. N All Day Every Day (except between 3AM-8AM as mandated by law): Bud & Bud Light $2.50, House Wines $5, Well Liquors $5 400 Beach Seafood & Tap House (727) 896-2400 400 Beach Dr. NE. Daily 4PM-6PM: Half off on all Draft Beers, House Wines, and Well Drinks Alto Mare (727) 873-3427 400 Beach Drive NE Daily 4PM-6PM: $3 Beers & house wines, and $1.50 oyster specials Annata (727) 851-9582 300 Beach Drive NE, #128 Daily 4PM-6PM: $3 Beers, $3 Select White and Red Wines the Avenue Eat + Drink (727) 851-9531 330 1st Ave S Mon-Fri 4PM-7PM: $4 Wells, Wines, and Drafts, $6 Ave Cocktails, 1/2 off Bites Bacchus (727) 258-8568 124 2nd Ave NE Daily 4PM-7PM: $4.50 per glass of house selected sparkling or

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Beantown Pub (727) 685-0722 29 3rd St N Mon-Fri 4PM-7PM: $5 Single Liquor Calls, $3 Bud Lite and Beantown Pub Ales, $6 Bud Lite and Beantown Pub Ales Mini Pitchers, $6 Frosé and Premium Wine, $5 House Wine The Birchwood (727) 896-1080 340 Beach Dr. NE Mon-Fri 4PM-7PM (Canopy): $3 House Wine & Single Well Drinks, Domestic Draft Bottles, BudLite, and Yuengling draft beer Sun-Thu 9PM-Close (Birch & Vine Lantern Lane Lounge): $6 Wine, $3 Draft Beers, $5 Single Liquor Drinks, $6 Specialty Caddy’s on Central (727) 575-7939 217 Central Ave Mon 11am-1am; Tue-Fri 11AM-7PM: $3 Domestic Drafts, $3 Wells, $3 Wines & Margaritas Casita Taqueria (727) 827-2927 170 Beach Dr Mon-Thur 4PM-6PM: $2 carnitas, barbacoa, tinga, verde, and

verduras tacos, $2 Tecate beer, $3 Margaritas and Sangria

Cassis St. Pete (727) 827-2927 170 Beach Dr Mon-Fri 4pm-7pm: $2.50 Red & White House Wine, Bud Light Bottles, & Well-Liquors, $4 Well Liquor Martinis, $5 Draft Beer and House Sparkling White Wine Central Avenue Oyster Bar (727) 897-9728 249 Central Ave Mon-Tue: Half Priced Wine Bottles Sun: Bottomless Mimosas and Bloody Mary’s Ceviche (727) 209-2299 10 Beach Dr. NE. Daily 4PM-7PM: Discounts on Wine, Sangria, and Specialty Cocktails Cider Press Café 727-914-7222 601 Central Ave Daily 3PM-7PM: $2 Off Wine, $1 Off All Beers, Ciders, and Cocktails Copper Shaker (727) 346-5460 169 1st Ave N Mon-Fri 4:30PM-7PM: 1/2 Off Beer, Wine, Old Fashioneds

Courigan’s Irish Pub (727) 551-9019 1 Beach Drive Southeast Mon-Fri 3PM-7PM: $1 off Wine & Import Beers, $2 Drafts, $2 Wells Crafty Squirrel (727) 898-4888 259 Central Ave Mon-Fri 4PM-8PM: BOGO Long Island Iced Teas, $5 bar bites Del Mar Gastro Lounge (727) 498-8610 243 Central Ave Daily 11AM-7PM: $3.50 Wells & House Wine, $3.25 Fireball shots All Day Everyday: $2.50 Imperial Enigma St. Pete (727) 235-0867 1110 Central Ave Daily 12PM-9PM: 2-for-1 Cocktails, Shots, Bottled Beers, and Wine Fabrica Pizza (727) 290-9643 101 7th St. S Tue-Fri 4PM-7PM: Wine on tap $4.99; beer on tap $3.99 FarmTable Kitchen (727) 523-6300 179 2nd Avenue North Wednesday: Half-priced bottles of Wine Flute & Dram 727-350-5657 234 Beach Drive NE Mon-Fri 4PM-7PM: Half-priced bottles of bubbles, 25% off all bar offerings Ford’s Garage (727) 295-3673 200 1st Ave S Mon – Fri 11AM-7PM: $1 Off Draft Beers; $4 House Wines, Margarita Pints, Sangria Pints Fresco’s Waterfront Bistro (727) 894-4429 300 2nd Ave. NE. Mon-Fri 3PM-7PM: Half off single Well Drinks, Domestic Beers and House Wines Happy Hours Continued

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Mo re hap p y ho u rs The Galley (727) 575-7071 27th 4th St N Mon-Fri 3PM-6PM & 12AM-3AM: $3 Wells, Wines, Bottles; $4 Local Drafts; $5 Snacks Gratzzi Italian Grille (727) 623-9037 211 2nd St S Daily 4PM-6:30PM Bar Only, Daily 4PM-5:30PM Everywhere: $3.50 wine, beer, or well drinks Mon 4PM-10PM: Half off all bottles of wine up to $100 The Hangar Restaurant and Flight Lounge (727) 823-7767 540 1st St. SE Mon-Fri 3PM-6PM: $4 Deep Eddy Vodka; $4 Daily Wine Specials; $4 Cigar City Jai Alai IPA Drafts; $2.50 Bud Light Drafts Hawkers (727) 521-7253 1235 Central Ave. Mon-Fri 3PM-6PM: $3 Tiger Asian Lager and Select Brews, House Wines, Tiger Bombs and Small Plates Late Night Wed-Sat 10PM-Close: $6 Select Craft Cocktails, Crown, Ketel, Captain Hops & Props (727) 803-6806 335 2nd Ave NE Tue-Fri 12-5PM: $1 off all Craft Beer Tue-Fri 5-7PM: $2 off all Craft Beer.

Tue-Sun 10PM-Close: $1 off all Craft Beer Iberian Rooster (727) 258-8753 St Petersburg, FL 33701 Mon-Fri 4PM-7PM: $3 Domestic Longnecks; $4.50 Drafts; $6 Spanish/Portuguese wines, Pick 2 for $15: One Cocktail + One Appetizer Intermezzo Coffee + Cocktails (727) 342-0156 1111 Central Ave. Daily 5PM-7PM: Select Cocktails $7; Well Spirits $6; Draft Beer $3; Red and White Wine $8 La V (727) 820-3500 441 Central Ave Mon-Fri 4PM-6PM: 40% Off Beer and Wine, $2 Off Spirits; $4 Menu Items The Library (727) 369-9969 600 5th St S Half-priced bottles of wine on Tuesday

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Left Bank Bistro (727) 256-1691 1225 Dr. M.L.K. Jr St. N Mon-Fri 3PM-6PM: 1/2 off starters, 1/2 off barrel wine and beer, $6 specialty cocktails The Lure (727) 914-8000 661 Central Ave Mon-Fri 4PM-7PM: $4.50 Draft Beers; $3 5oz or $5 9oz Draft Wines; $5 Single Liquor Cocktails; $6 Specialty Drinks The Mandarin Hide (727) 231-4007 231 Central Ave. Tue: $6 Cocktails Thu: $5 Moscow Mule & variations Fri: $5 Cocktails Sat-Sun until 6PM: $15 Bottom less Mimosa, $4 Bloody Marys After 7PM: $6 Locally Soured Craft Cocktails Sun 7PM-Close: Half-priced local Spirits and Beers The Melting Pot (727) 895-6358 2221 4th St N Monday-Friday 5PM-7PM: $3 bottles of beer, $4 wines & draft beers, and $5 expertly crafted cocktails, bar bites are 1/2 price.

The Mill (727) 317-3930 200 Central Avenue, Ste 100 Tue-Fri 4PM-7PM Bar only : $5 Floral Collins, The Underhammer, Santa Rita Chardonnay, Santa Rita Cabernet or Feartured Rotating Beer The Moon Under Water (727) 896-6160 332 Beach Dr. NE. Mon-Fri 3PM-7PM: 1/2 off Miller Lite, Yuengling & Shock Top, House Wines and Well Drinks, $1 off all other drafts & discounted menu items – dine in only No Vacancy (727) 308-7878 937 Central Ave Mon-Fri 4PM-7PM: $4 Drafts, $4 House Wines, $5 Wells, $6 snacks Parkshore Grill (727) 896-9463 300 Beach Dr. NE. Mon-Thu 3PM–6PM: $2 off all mixed drinks and $1 off beers Punky’s Bar + Grille (727) 201-4712 3063 Central Avenue Mon-Fri 11AM-7PM: BOGO Happy Hour Drinks, Mon-Wed 7PM-Close: $5 St. Petersburg Distillery

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Liquors Rum,Gin,Vodka,Whiskey Wed 7PM-Close: Wine Down Wednesday 1/2 price select bottles $5 Cuervo Margaritas Thur 7PM-Close: $5 Absolut Vodka, $7 Makers Mark Fri 7PM-Close: $4 Three Olives Vodka, $7 Jameson Irish Whiskey Sat- Sun 11AM-3PM: $3 Mimosas, $3 Well Bloody Marys, $5 Absolut Bloody Mary’s, $5 Sangrias; 3PM-7PM: BOGO Happy Hour Drinks Sat 7PM-Close: $5 Absolut Vodka, $5 Jack Daniels Sun 7PM-Close: $4 Three Olives Vodka $5 Altos Tequila The Queenshead (727) 498-8584 2501 Central Ave Tue-Fri 5PM-7PM: $4 Wells, $4 House Wine, $1 off all Beer/Wine by the glass, and 1/2 price select appetizers The Reading Room (727) 343-0052 6001 Central Ave. Wed- Sun: Happy Hour at the bar only 4PM-5:30PM Red Mesa Cantina (727) 896-8226 128 3rd St S All Day Mon; Tue-Fri 3PM-7PM: 1/2 off House Margaritas, 1/2 off Sangria, 1/2 off well liquor, 1/2 off House Wines, $1 off Beers Renzo’s (727) 851-9983 104 2nd St S $4 House Wines, $5 Sangria, $6 Signature Cocktails, $5 Drafts Ruth’s Chris Steak House (727) 821-4139 131 2nd Avenue North Mon-Fri 4:30PM-6:30PM Sun 4:30PM-6:30PM: $9 prices on a selection of handcrafted cocktails, made with fresh ingredients and premium spirits Sake 23 435 5th Avenue North Mon-Fri 4PM-7PM: $2 off all drinks, $2 Saké Slams, $3 Saké 23 Bombs Saigon Blonde (727) 827-7577 265 Central Ave Tue-Fri 4PM-7PM: $5 House Wine, $3 Draft Sea Salt St. Pete (727) 873-7964 183 2nd Avenue North Daily 4PM-7PM: Specials vary

Sushi Inc. (727) 800-9977 270 1st Ave N Daily 4PM-7PM: $5 Cocktails, $2 off all glasses of Wine, INC Lager $3 pint, Kirin $4 pint Swah-Rey (727) 767-0523 2105 Central Ave Thursday, Friday & Saturday 3PM-6PM: $1 off each glass of wine, $3 draft beer Swah-Rey (2nd Location) 625 Central Ave (727) 767-0527 Mon-Fri 3PM-6PM: $1 off each glass of wine and frosé; $1 off an 8oz draft beer The Tamiami (727) 896-5118 269 Central Avenue Everyday Open-8PM: $2 Domestic Drafts, $3 Wells, $4 Titos, $3 Wines TRY Wine (727) 898-9463 110 1st St S Tue-Thur 5PM-8PM, all day Sun: $5 glasses of select wines Thirsty First Lounge (727) 317-3333 119 First Ave N Mon-Fri 11AM-7PM and Friday 10PM-1AM: $3 select drafts, $3 Wells, $5 calls, happy hour food menu for $5 Three Birds Tavern (727) 895-2049 1492 4th St. N Mon-Fri 3PM-7PM: $1 OFF Beer, Wine & Cocktails All Day Everyday: $5 Drink of the Day Mon: 50% off all Food and Drink for Hospitality Staff Thu 7PM-1AM: Martini Madness offering $5 Premium Martinis Sat-Sun: $3 Mimosas, Bloody Mary’s and Rolling Rock Drafts Tryst Gastro Lounge (727) 821-4567 240 Beach Dr NE Mon-Fri 4PM-7PM: 1/2 off House Wines, 1/2 off select Draft Beers, 1/2 off Well Liquors The Wooden Rooster (727) 822-7373 104 2nd Ave NE Daily 7PM-close: Half off Beer & Wine Yeoman’s Cask & Lion (727) 513-9367 200 1st Ave S Mon-Fri 3PM-4PM: 1/2 off drafts, wine and cocktails Mon-Fri 4PM-6PM: $2 off drafts, wine and cocktails PN

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La Lase Las Laser O Op Ops

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E EX EXT EXTR EXTRE EXTREM EXTREME G GA GAM GAMI GAMIN GAMING ARC ARCA ARCAD ARCADE AR A Readers look to Paradise NEWS for fun ideas & places.

Here’s one we have just discovered that you might not have seen elsewhere that’s got 5 star reviews on Yelp!

Adventurers of all ages can join the ultimate tactical game at Laser Ops Extreme Gaming Arcade.

This 24,000-square-foot arena of gaming houses one of the largest laser tag facilities in the country.

The real-life, first-person, tactical laser tag game features an array of structures where participants can hide and plan the next steps of their mission. State-of-the-art and easyto-use equipment allows gamers to re-spawn on multiple stations, register hits, and order commands.

Laser Ops also features more than 50 arcade and virtual reality games, not to mention archery tag and bazooka ball.

Laser Ops Extreme Gaming Arcade accommodates an array of events, from birthday parties for kids of all ages through corporate team building to group activities like weddingrelated family events. After working up an appetite, gamers can please their taste buds at the on-spot Full Bar & Grille, which serves up pub grub likeP izza, Nachos, Burgers and French fries and everyone’s favorite libations.

Laser Ops offers a fantastic selection of specials that families, large groups, college students, military members, first responders, and those who want to game can enjoy throughout the year. With these specials, you can get in the game without breaking the

bank. Play ALL 3 Deal, which includes a $15 Game Card, Tactical Laser Tag and Archery Tag or Bazooka Ball for $29. Play and Eat Deal which includes Tactical Laser Tag, a Fountain Drink and a Flat Bread or Personal Pizza for $25. Of course Military and First Responders get 10% OFF ALL THE TIME. Google Maps says it is a 40-minute ride from the Tradewinds Resort in St. Pete Beach. General Manager Lynn Thompson says “that’s not far to go for the kind of facility you are headed to. We seem to be drawing

from a circle up to 100 miles away. “Weekends can be busy here, but we can make VERY ATTRACTIVE DEALS for groups during weekdays or weeknights. If you have a group and want to come for a party or Team Building, let us know how many you expect, and we can assist with package deals.v Laser Ops Extreme Gaming Arcade is open at 11 AM (10 on Saturday) until 10PM (Fri-Sat 12PM) Visit www.laserops.com for details or call (813) 443-6509

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“Madeira Beach Walk”- A Townhome Opportunity!

CONSTRUCTION

There is little opportunity today to be able to purchase a new “Key West” style townhouse within one block from the beach.

Then, too, the Madeira Beach Walk townhomes are fee simple ownership (no Condo Commandos or monthly association fees!!). These townhomes are elevated to FEMA standards and built to all the new Florida hurricane codes.

Even better, these townhomes will be priced below $495,000!

Announcing, “Madeira Beach Walk,” just one block from our beautiful sand beach of the Gulf Coast. These townhomes will have 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garages, and all updated cabinetry, granite, appliances, and new designs. Added benefits are that while purchasing a newly built townhome, homeowner insurance rates are considerably less due to being constructed under the latest hurricane codes, and of course, no high flood insurance to pay annually. Many families are now experiencing extremely high rates for just flood insurance due to federal changes in the FEMA requirements, sometimes $10,000 to $18,000 just for flood insurance annually!

That’s a budget buster. However, that doesn’t apply to all new structures raised above

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designated FEMA elevations. Flood insurance for newly constructed homes built to FEMA standards is less than $600 per year.

For many of the families that come by our model home in Madeira Beach, their main concern is being able to be within walking distance to the beach. That becomes even more important as we all witness the great increase in car traffic annually along Gulf Blvd each year. Getting to the beach is becoming a marathon event, not to mention trying to find a parking space.

Being just one short block from the beach makes the Florida lifestyle even more appreciated. And, it is just a modest walk to Johns Pass for all of the fun events, stores, and restaurants, while again not having to fight traffic or parking. Not bad!

I mentioned above that these townhouses will have fee simple ownership, not having to conform to stringent condominium laws.

There is no association to worry about or the very high monthly fees that are always associated with condos. And best of all, if you are not quite ready to live full time in your new Madeira Beach Walk townhouse, the residential rental market is quite hot now.

A family could lock in today’s price, receive rental income, and move in a few years from now when retirement becomes full time.

Is today a good time to buy? The market has an almost non-existent inventory of newly constructed townhouses designed with the Key West look today, and built to all new FEMA and building codes.

Purchasing older inventory doesn’t make much sense when today’s new home product costs about the same. If you are possibly considering a Florida townhouse for now or future years, consider coming by our model to discuss that possibility.

GHD Construction Services, Inc. has constructed 6,500 homes since 1971, and announces our GHD Coastal Homes for the Pinellas Beaches. Come visit our “Key West” Home at 239 144th Ave. N, Madeira Beach.

If you have any questions pertaining to new home construction, feel free to come by the GHD model, call at (727) 954-8345, or email to: tweisser@ghdcsi.com.

Meanwhile, look us up on our web site at www.GHDCoastalHomes.com.

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PROPERTY LAW

Travels through Property Law By Tom Brodersen, Esq.

DOCUMENT, DOCUMENT, DOCUMENT Real estate transactions tend to be document-intensive. They involve long, highly detailed sale contracts & leases, deeds, and many other legal instruments where the details are absolutely critical. When I advise my clients as to their rights in a real estate deal, I always ask them to bring ALL the documents involved with them.

Experience shows that people often misunderstand their situations in fundamental ways, but the documents are the path to seeing it all clearly.

column). Sometimes, however, I meet clients whose lives are topsy-turvy because of transactions which have gone off the rails, and the paperwork isn’t what it should be.

Sometimes it’s self-help by clients who read a lot on the web, and think that they can save money on a lawyer.

I’m here to tell you that there’s something to three years of law school, months of studying for the Bar exam, and a lifetime’s continuing legal education and experience.

Problems arise when the documents are not as clear or accurate as they should be (and that happens more often than you may think). It’s usually a function of haste in the drafting process. To their credit, most real estate agents work very hard to write clear, accurate contracts, on forms which are nearly universally regarded as reliable and fair, i.e., the FAR/BAR contract forms (a subject for another

When things do go wrong (as they do a certain percentage of the time), I (and other attorneys) do our level best to negotiate our way through it, but sometimes you get down to the fact that the final remedy can only be had in Court. That’s what I call “Once Upon a Time” time. You have to be ready to stand up in front of a judge and say, in effect, “Your honor, Once Upon a Time there was this guy (my

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client), who had a house he wanted to sell…” While you hear a variety of definitions of contracts in real estate school and books, in the final analysis a contract is a series of behaviors, documents, and communications, which, when taken together (and in great detail), a judge will feel that he or she has enough information to put it all together into an enforceable contract, and make a final legal ruling.

The side that knows the facts in the greatest detail (and with the greatest accuracy), will oftentimes win.

That only happens if, as you go through the process, you hold onto every piece of paper, keep notes on every meeting, phone call and event, and keep yourself extremely well organized. And if you can do that, your contracts, e-mails and other documentation will also be much more clear and enforceable as a result.

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P R OF IL E

by Peter A. Roos

Who Should You Ask For Mortgage Money?

There are a huge number of alternatives for financing, from online services to banks, credit unions and savings and loan companies.

We have had experience with the big banks and don’t recommend them.

This is one of the rare cases where you can actually get personal service from an expert at no additional cost. Allow Paradise NEWS to introduce Steve Kelly and All Western Mortgage.

All Western Mortgage (AWM) has a culture of personal service and a commitment to excellence that you won’t find at most other lenders. With over 30 years of experience in the industry, AWM was voted the best lender and broker in Las Vegas in 2018! Zillow lists them with 4.98 out of 5 stars after 350 reviews. That is an amazing record.

AWM does VA, FHA, Conventional and Jumbo mortgages like most lenders. They excel in: • mortgages to renovate properties, • no income loans for investment properties and • special out of the box condo loans.

• fast closings.

AWM closes a majority of their loans in 3-4 weeks or less.

They also offer niche products such as lending to people who have gone through foreclosures and bankruptcies.

Programs for first time home buyers can include down payment assistance through work with local city, county and state programs. Not only do they help people with credit issues become homeowners, they also guide them in enhancing their credit, which allows AWM to close loans that other lenders decline.

They have local processing and a fast easy online application through a secure link. Best of all, they have a lending branch in downtown St. Pete Beach. Steve Kelly, NMLS #457758 the Branch Manager, is a licensed loan originator and is always available to help you over the phone or in person.

Being a local lender has huge advantages over others, out of state, that may not understand things such as the insurances, taxes or certain qualifications for condos or other local issues here in Florida.

Steve is a renovation mortgage specialist and, as a Vet, he really enjoys doing VA loans. He’s from the Midwest (born in Ohio, raised in Michigan) then lived in NC for several years. Steve double majored in Finance and Marketing, with a minor in Military at Appalachian State University. He graduated a Lieutenant in the Army Reserves and started his career in the mortgage industry in 1992. With a knack for numbers and a desire to help others, he’s been a resident of Florida for 17 years. He and his wife reside on the golf course at Pasadena Yacht and Country Club where he does community sponsorship and volunteer work along with enjoyingbiking, fishing, golfing and swimming.

“Getting a mortgage doesn’t have to be an unpleasant experience, contact us and let All Western Mortgage help you find your way home.” said Steve. The St. Pete Beach branch (NMLS# 1374312) is located at 100 Corey Ave. Call Steve Kelly at 727-415-1842.

COVER STORY

“Live the life you want.”

That’s the motto Madeira Beach-based real estate brokerage, Waterfront Realty, lives and works by.

by Kat Kobzeff “Our team is passionate about community outreach, open communication and delivering an unmatched level of service that stems from our relational approach to business,” owner Tim Johnson said.

In business since 1991, the firm was acquired by veteran real estate husband and wife team, Tim and Gina Johnson, in 2011. They head a team of associates with more than 80 years of combined experience in relocation, buying and selling. Their company mission is to help locals, and those wishing to relocate to the

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Barrier Islands, find a home that fits their unique goals and dreams.

The team is comprised of the following people: real estate specialists Gina Johnson, Joanie Parker, Christa Ray, Jill Gentile, Beth Walker, Whitnee Suarez and brokers Tim Johnson, Scott Ramella, Chris Kelly and staff Gary Salyer, Christian Smith and Amanda Walker. They are always looking for the right people who want to make a difference, according to owners Tim and Gina.

“My mission with creating this company was to do real estate different,” Tim said.

“I wanted to give our team and this industry a reputation as honest, ethical, community driven and passionate individuals.”

Waterfront Realty clients range from firsttime homeowners to couples upgrading into larger homes to Canadians looking for their dream waterfront condo. The team enjoys taking clients out on the water to view properties by boat for a truly unique real estate experience!

“We offer full service to all, from those buying a first home, upsizing or down sizing, and to those looking to find their dream beach house or condo,” said Tim. The Waterfront team specializes in education, offering information and creating opportunities for locals to learn about new developments. They also pride themselves on being the Barrier Island experts and offer real estate advisory services to their impressive client list.

“We live in Kentucky and Joanie Parker was our Realtor for the sale of two homes in Seminole,” said Cheryl, a client.“This was our first experience selling a home from out of state and they made the process as comfortable and easy for us as possible!”

The team announced last month their upcoming move into the Olympic Plaza building located at 15235 Gulf Boulevard, around the corner from Archibald Park and will be hosting a Ribbon Cutting Event sponsored by the Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber of Commerce. Local businesses and the public are invited to come network and take a tour of their new high-tech office space, including a 10-foot beach mural that tells the story of how the team is making a difference.

“Service could not have been better,” said client Kim Huck.“Beth thinks of everything and covers all bases. This was my third time working with her and she makes the process seamless and really goes the extra mile. I would highly recommend her!”

The custom mural that wraps around their new office not only brightens up the once bare building walls, it also represents their desire to make a difference in the community, one life at a time. It’s based on the popular,“Starfish Story,” in which a boy attempts to save thousands of starfish on a beach, despite being told he will never be able to have a big impact working by himself. Eventually his passion and determination inspires everyone on the beach to help and every starfish is saved.

“We believe everyone can make a difference, and work diligently to guide those around us to do the same. Waterfront Realty has a strong company philosophy of impacting and improving the lives of others, one at a time,” said owner Gina Johnson.

Not only does the Waterfront team give back through their client parties, infamous “pop-by” gifts delivered to the community and real estate classes, they also donate a portion of each transaction to local charities.

“Our Waterfront Realty associates all practice working by referral. We find success in deeper relationships, and offer to all our clients access to our exclusive events. When we work with people, we focus on relationships, and great service is the byproduct,” said Tim Johnson.

The improvements made to the new Waterfront Realty office are symbolic of the renaissance happening in Madeira Beach right now. Once a casual beach town, it is getting a facelift with major development projects, including hotels, condos and restaurants. Officials believe these multimillion dollar projects are going to bring more tourists, which means more dollars.

Built by Jack Bennett - Bennett Custom Building, the Waterfront Realty office space and environment pays homage to the laid back fishing village locals know and love, while incorporating the latest technology and updates that fit with the new look coming to Madeira Beach.

On Thursday, May 16th, 2019, the Waterfront Realty team will be holding a Ribbon Cutting Celebration from 5 to 7 pm for the public to attend. Stop by and check out their new space right around the corner from the new Madeira Beach Town Center project, including Harbor Condos. Right behind the New Bronze Lady Home Furnishings.

“I have been in real estate 20+ years and chose to join the Waterfront Team because we are like-minded in that we both truly care about our clients, not just the daily grind of real estate,” Realtor Joanie Parker said.“We both feel that going the extra mile to help clients through the biggest purchasing decision of their lives is really what really matters.”

Their goal is to meet and connect with as many of their neighbors as possible, educate people on the current state of the market and learn how they can serve the community in meaningful ways.

“We selected this location because of its visibility on Gulf Blvd for our community and the tourist who buy properties,”Tim said.“We wanted to be in the heart of Madeira Beach and all the action.”To learn more about the grand opening event visit: starfishrealtor.com or contact Tim Johnson at 727-224-6856.

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Making Old Jewelry New Again

By Peter A. Roos

Beverly Diny is our resident island diamond expert, jewelry designer and re-designer. She opened her jewelry shop Diny’s Diamonds, in the shadow of the Treasure Island clock tower in 2015.

While Beverly loves to sell diamonds, she realizes that to run an island business and live an island lifestyle you have to cater to both residents and visitors alike. To thrive, you have to provide a service that cannot be had nearby on the mainland.

Beverly has found her special niche in the beach communities is redesigning jewelry.

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“People come to me with family pieces they have inherited.

The precious metals, gems and diamonds have gone up in value, but styles have changed. People are not wearing that kind of jewelry, so it just sits in a jewelry box, safe or safe deposit box.

Converting the old jewelry into something new, custom made for them, is one of my favorite challenges. Spring and summer seasons have been great for my store as the locals come out more.

My spring and summer catalog is designed for locals who may be looking for something special.

In case you have not received one in the mail, here is a link to your very own copy.”

Naive No More

A Scientist Shares Lessons Learned from a Lifetime of Sexual Experiences

by Charles Kymbal This book, by a local author, tells the true story of a retired nuclear physicist who had three marriages and one living-together relationship before finally getting it right with his fourth marriage.

It deals primarily with his sexual experiences that start with early childhood and continue to the present time. He concentrated on sex because it plays a key role for most people in all phases of life.

One only has to look at the news media to see how big a factor (often dysfunctional) this is for many.

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http://flipbook.ajewelrywish.com/ books/kzaz “If you see something you like, remember we have some terrific financing plans available, so nothing is out of the question,” Beverly told Paradise NEWS. She has one of her amazing “Jewelry Makeover Events” on Monday, May 13 th from 10am to 5:30pm at her shop at 130 107 th Ave. Treasure Island 33706.

Feel free to call her at 727-513-DINY (3469) to RSVP for that event or schedule another convenient time when Beverly can give you her undivided attention.

Most of his early relationship failures can be attributed to being naive. For each phase of his life, he has compiled a set of lessons that could be of value to others experiencing similar problems. Throughout the book, the author uses words and describes graphic sexual acts that may offend some people. This was done largely to reflect the language and actions that are appropriate for the situation described.

Finally, he felt that a book of this type would be quite different coming from the point of view of a person with a scientific background. It is hoped that readers will agree with this assumption.

Only time will tell! The Kindle edition is available on Amazon for as little as $3. Paperback $13.99 The reviews on Amazon are all 5 stars! https://www.amazon.com/ Naive-No-More-Scientist-Experiences-ebook/dp/B07MDZZ2TQ

Tampa Bay Watch is excited to announce the Milkey Family Foundation as the naming sponsor for their second facility which is under construction at the new St. Pete Pier. The official name will be: “Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center presented by the Milkey Family Foundation”, which will honor Kevin & Jeanne Milkey, $1 million donors.

During the Dedication & Appreciation Day on April 2, 2019, Mr. Milkey shared, “We really support their mission of protecting and restoring Tampa Bay waterways and the education programs that Tampa Bay Watch provides.

Jeanne and I are passionate about protecting the environment. I think that the way we need to do that is through education and Tampa Bay Watch is doing that.”

The Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center will expand Tampa Bay Watch’s public involvement in scientific discovery.

The 3,000 square-foot facility will open with a soaring exhibition hall that will bring our ecosystem up close and personal to visitors from around the corner—and around the world!

Learn more about it on tampabaywatch.org.

Discovery Center Donors and Tampa Bay Watch Board of Directors celebrate the Dedication.

St. Petersburg Mayor Rick Kriseman, Peter Clark, Founder & President, Tampa Bay Watch & Mary Ann Renfrow, Board Chair of Tampa Bay Watch.

The City of St. Petersburg is documenting construction progress with photos and videos, including aerials. Visit www. tampabaywatch.org. to see the latest drone video of the work in progress.

The video includes lots of good shots of the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center presented by the Milkey Family Foundation.

Tampa Bay Watch is offering exclusive sponsorship naming opportunities at the Discovery Center to include exhibition hall, classroom, media wall, exhibits, and more.

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Tourism

Plays Vital Role for Pinellas

STORY by STEVE TRAIMAN “The Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber of Commerce is known as the Tourism Chamber in Pinellas County,” Robin Miller, President & CEO, TBBC, told Paradise News.

“We have grown to be the “go to” organization as it relates to the industry. In many ways we are sought after for our deep knowledge, not only regarding legislative policy within Tourism but also our deep roots with leaders in the community and businesses.”

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e attend many tourism conferences each year to keep up with business trends and stay informed as the industry struggles to educate constituents on the advantages tourism gives to every citizen of Florida.

“Members of our organization are always asked to get involved and speak up to spread the word of how vital this industry is to us. We do not have a state income tax because of the economic impact of tourism.

“Our annual Chamber National Tourism Week Luncheon is Friday, May 10th, preceded by a Business Expo from 11 am to noon at the TradeWinds Island Grand, 550 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach. Our speaker is Todd Skelton with Trip Advisor, who will discuss reputation management and its impact locally.

We will also have Leroy Bridges with Visit St. Pete / Clearwater demonstrating the new reporting tool that has launched to give better insights to our industry.”

For details and registration, go online to: https://web.tampabaybeaches.com/events/ 2019-Tourism-Luncheon-5565/details

Preserve ‘VISIT FLORIDA” “For residents, the value of marketing the Sunshine State is critical.” emphasized Doug Izzo, TBBC Government Affairs Director.“VISIT FLORIDA is essential in bringing visitors to our state who generate 23% of our sales tax revenue, create 1.4 million jobs, support small business and boost our local economy with $108.8 billion in economic impact. VISIT FLORIDA’s existence is necessary to maintain Florida’s number one industry, create jobs, keep taxes low for residents.

According to The Economic Impact of Out-of-State Visitors in Florida, out-of-state tourism generated $11.6 billion in state and local taxes. The U.S. Census Bureau estimates there were more than 7.5 million Florida households from 2013 to 2017. This equates to that annual tax savings of $1,549 per household.

Furthermore, residents alone are not enough to support our quality of life. We need our visitors to support all of the wonderful shops, restaurants and attractions we locals love so much.

“For the past couple of years, VISIT FLORIDA has been under attack. Every year, state lawmakers convene at the capitol for the 60-day legislative session from March to May, except during election years. During those 60 days, lawmakers pass laws and set the state’s budget. Advocating for VISIT FLORIDA has been and continues to be a priority for our Chamber. In prior years, we advocated for VISIT FLORIDA to receive full funding and also advocated against legislation that would restrict the organization to a point that would render it ineffective. This year, our advocacy efforts are similar and we support

Governor Ron DeSantis’ request to reauthorize VISIT FLORIDA and fund at $76 million.

“VISIT FLORIDA was set to sunset October 1, 2019.

Governor DeSantis prioritized reauthorizing VISIT FLORIDA and funding at $76 million; the same funding level as prior years. The Florida Senate supported reauthorizing VISIT FLORIDA for eight years with $50 million in funding; $26 million short of the governor’s request. The Florida House did not support reauthorizing VISIT FLORIDA and proposed $19 million in funding; keeping it funded until the October 1, 2019, sunset date.

The House and Senate finally agreed to fund VISIT FLORIDA until June 2020 at $50 million; $26 million less than requested by Governor DeSantis. The budget will be sent to the Governor for final approval.

“Florida is not only competing with other states and countries, but more specifically, world class destinations. Funding VISIT FLORIDA is an investment in our state with an ROI to prove it. For every $1 invested in VISIT FLORIDA, $2.15 is brought back to our state. The elimination of VISIT FLORIDA or even a reduction in funding puts Florida at a competitive disadvantage in the global marketplace.

“For example, VISIT FLORIDA is critical for crisis management., responding promptly to disasters such as oil spills, hurricanes, red tide blooms, Zika outbreaks, etc. Their response to the 2010 oil spill emphasized Florida beaches are clean, our local seafood is safe and that ‘Florida is open for business.’

VISIT FLORIDA also plays a role during hurricane season, providing information on lodging availability

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to displaced families, first responders and utility crews.

Then, after communities were up and running, the agency worked diligently with local destination marketing organizations to spread the message, ‘Florida is open for business.’ Additionally, VISIT FLORIDA recently restructured its leadership and accentuated its civic responsibilities as a publicprivate agency to be efficient and transparent.

“Dana Young, former State Senator and current VISIT FLORIDA CEO, stated “The Florida Legislature shouldn’t cut VISIT FLORIDA’s budget and risk a significant drop in tourism dollars. VISIT FLORIDA fully funded at $76 million is a smart investment.

A cut in funding could place a heavier tax burden on Florida citizens and strain state budget revenue.

The Legislature should reauthorize and fully fund VISIT FLORIDA at $76 million.”

Izzo urged,“Your voice counts so please contact your local Representative and Senator and urge each of them to fully fund VISIT FLORIDA in 2020!”

Local Officials’ Comments St. Pete Beach Mayor Al Johnson told Paradise News,“Our City’s only industry is tourism, the foundation of which is our resort hotels. We are fortunate to have the largest resort operation on Florida’s West coast along with several other internationally recognized resort destinations located in the heart of our city with its low-key beach town character. “It’s a unique balance between a residential beach town and international resort destination.

The scope of our tourist industry is evident in the fact that St. Pete Beach is second only to Clearwater Beach generating the most “bed tax”in the County!

“Many of our large and small hotels are in need of redevelopment, but are stalled because of a moratorium on building

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multi-unit developments until our sewer system is modified to increase capacity. Several resorts have remodeled and have plans for redevelopment when the moratorium is lifted. Detailed design on the sewer improvements is in process and construction should start late this year with completion in early 2021.

“In conjunction with that construction, the most significant project, the TradeWinds Sugar Sands originally approved in April 2017 and cancelled because of a lawsuit, may be viable again.

Several of our smaller, early ‘50’s vintage hotels are looking to rebuild and increase in capacity as well.

Several multi-use projects are also in the planning stages - the East and West ends of Corey Ave. being the most talked about. Any of these projects can be approved and begin construction after sewer construction begins, and start operation once the sewer work is complete.“Without our tourist industry St. Pete Beach would not be the city that it is, with its numerous shops, restaurants and other facilities they are supported by the residents, but would not exist without our visitors! We are working hard to get our infrastructure upgraded to handle it all.”

For Treasure Island, City Manager Gary Brumback told Paradise News, “Tourism is a substantial part of our economy and allows us to provide a high level of service while keeping taxes low.

Our beach is the cornerstone of the tourist industry as well as the reason many of our residents live here. “We continue to be proud of our big beach and small town feel. While the beach has many resort hotels, tourists keep our restaurants and shops flourishing.” Treasure Island is also known as the “Sand Sculpture Capital of Florida” for its annual hosting of the Sanding Ovations Master Cup Sand Sculpting Competition & Music Festival, with the 11th annual event Nov. 20-24, 2019. At least 10 master sculptors from North America, Europe and Asia, will

our utilities and making sure our primary evacuation routes are maintained to the highest possible standards.“Lastly, one of our biggest revenue generators is parking, but we cannot continue to keep all of our eggs in that basket.

We need to diversify by seeking out other opportunities in the tourism, economic development, and retail sectors. Our mission is clear provide exceptional services to our residents, businesses, and visitors while respecting the values that make Madeira Beach one of the most popular beach destination communities on the Gulf Coast.”

create astonishing works of art using nothing but sand, water and lots of their own imagination.

With record attendance last year, it is one of the biggest free annual tourist events on the Gulf Beaches.

“Our city of Madeira Beach continues to be one of the top destinations in Pinellas County because of our beaches, our small-town atmosphere, and a multitude of attractions,” City Manager Jonathan Evans told Paradise News.

“Ready, set, relax is not just a marketing phrase here; it really is how people spend their time in Madeira Beach.

From the 38th annual Seafood Festival at John’s Pass Village to free movies on the beach at sunset, we offer so many ways to just relax and enjoy yourself.

“On the government side our focus for the next few years is on infrastructure, specifically road and stormwater improvements.

This year we’re starting with a $15 million investment on Crystal Island. Working together with county and state officials, we will push forward with other improvement projects including undergrounding

[Editor’s Note: Special thanks to Robin Miller, CEO/President, and Doug Izzo, Government Affairs Director, Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber of Commerce; SPB Mayor Al Johnson, Treasure Island City Manager Garry Brumback; and Madeira Beach City Manager Jonathan Evans, for their excellent comments.]

[Feature Writer 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 traimancreativecopy@gmail.com ]

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LIFE IN PARADISE

ENCOURAGING WORDS

It’s all right to have butterflies in your stomach.

Just get them to fly in formation. ~ Dr. BOB GILBERT

How to Let Your Inner Elvis Out

Years ago I remember reading an interview with Elvis Presley.

It was well known that beneath the stage act of his sexy machismo and bravado, Elvis had a softer side that was relatively fearful and insecure.

When asked if he ever got ner-vous before his performances, he replied that in his early days he was so afraid that he would nearly always throw up just before going on stage.

What if he had given in to his fear of performing and hadn’t shared his unique gift? He might have ended up doing something with his life that would have been far less rewarding for him, as well as his millions of future fans. The irony is, in his wake he left countless others who created an industry of trying to emulate him rather than find their own center of uniqueness within. Even though in his later years he definitely had his share of demons to dance with, over the span of his career he nonetheless defined and redefined himself a number of times, and each iteration was as original as the one before. Because of that, his memory lives on in the hearts and minds of millions of people.

We don’t have to be famous rock stars to relate with this story.

For many of us, fear is no stranger when it comes to stepping out of our comfort zone and onto the stage of a new experience to share the gift of ourselves with the world and more fully express who we really are in our daily lives. Any time

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By Dennis Merritt Jones

we follow the pathway that honors our authentic self it is likely that fear will be part of the experience. Too often, however, we end up standing comatose in the wings just offstage because we allow our fear of failure (or sometimes, success) or our fear of being judged and rejected to keep us there.

For some of us, stepping onto the stage may mean dealing with the fear of applying for a new job that more fully honors who we really are, or feeling the butterflies within fluttering madly as we ask someone on a first date while at the same time trying not to be anyone other than who we authentically are. Then again, it could also mean grappling with the fear of losing or leaving a longtime job or relationship.

Anything that pushes us onto the stage where we are forced to confront and transcend our fear of being is when the portal to our redefining moments open and avail themselves to us if we are willing to step through them.

If we are not mindful, the fears that linger within will define our lives for us without our conscious consent or awareness. Our fears erect invisible walls that keep us and our soul essence compressed and unexpressed, and this can lead only to a life of dissatisfaction and regret. Why? Because we inherently know, beyond the fear, something within us that is larger than the fear is calling us to step up and into the limelight of a life worth living: it is the authentic self seeking the freedom to be what it came here to be. We know it is there—we can feel its presence

and desire to be set free.

Perhaps the only real difference between us and the young Elvis is that along with sensing that presence, he also allowed himself to feel the fear, throw up, and then get on with what he knew he was born to do.

We could say he learned to let his inner Elvis—his authentic self—out. Even though too often we tend to feel the fear and hold back, the good news is it’s never too late to let our own inner Elvis out as well.

The practice is to acknowledge our fear and embrace it rather than deny or run from it.

Embracing our fear means to make a conscious choice to not allow it to define who we are or what we can accomplish.

The energy of fear, once harnessed, can be like a highly spirited racehorse we can ride to our own greatness.

What did Elvis know that perhaps we may not know?

He knew he had to saddle that horse night after night, mount up and hold on tight to the dream he had come here to make his reality.

It’s all right to have fear in your life—just be willing to ride it rather than run from it.

You’ll be amazed where it can take you when you hold the reins.

This story is an excerpt from Dennis Merritt Jones’ book Encouraging Words - Articles & Essays That Prove Who You Are Matters.

For more information, visit www.DennisMerrittJones.com

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It’s 10 pm and the doorbell rings. Like most night outside there’s someone snuggling a soft caramel ball of fluff, with floppy earsand a tiny heart-shaped tag with the name Rupert.

Usually, it’s a family, but sometimes it’s a couple or just kids. Tonight, it’s a little girl with sun-soaked cheeks and windswept blond hair. In a whisper, she says, “excuse me, is this your rabbit?

The guy over at Smiley’s said he lives here.”

We thank her for bringing him home and let her feed him one of his favorite treats, a carrot.

No matter how many ways we try to keep him at home, somehow every day and sometimes twice a day you hear his little bell jingling as he digs and then hops his way under the fence between the two properties. So each night at closing, the owner of Smiley’s Snack Shack, Paul Nicklaus, or one of his great employees, directs a patron next door to return the visitor.

Maybe this herbivore is attracted to the incredible smell of burgers or the aroma of bacon in the morning. Maybe it’s the sound of kids playing basketball or the laughter in the parking lot.

Either way, Rupert seems to know one of St. Pete Beach’s best secrets, Smiley’s is a great place to get fed and have fun and they’ll be sure to help you find your way home.

Our rabbit, like most lifers on this stretch of St. Pete Beach, knows what a great neighbor we have in Paul. Whenever our kids needed a sponsor for their latest church or school fundraiser, Paul was always there with a generous donation.

When his snack shack came to the Boulevard, he made sure to add trees, grass, and flowers, so he could maintain the old Florida charm; beautification was a top priority.

Legend has it that the sign signaling the entrance to the snack shop was a sketch from Paul’s elementary school notebook and the restaurant a long-ago dream now realized.

Our rabbit has since passed on and our children have moved away to college, but we still hear the laughter and enjoy the food, as do the neighbors.

And when everyone is home for Christmas or break, the first place we go for a dose of good food, good fun, and good neighbors is Smiley’s Snack Shack.

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Take Charge Entrepreneurs Help Small Businesses

THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY

By SARAH LARACUENTE

It’s all about the women this month! May is Women’s Health Month. It is also the month we celebrate Mother’s Day. I’ve had the opportunity to get to know many strong, amazing women through the years, many of them are business owners.

Robin Miller, the President and CEO of your Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber of Commerce for over 10 years, has a huge impact in the community we live and play in.

Ester Venouziou has created a business that also fills a gap for small businesses throughout Tampa Bay. Let’s dive in to what they do and see how they keep a “healthy” perspective.

Robin Miller

- A woman of few words and a huge impact.

Q: When did you begin your journey with the chamber?

January 2008

Q: What business(es) did you own prior and what prompted the change?

I started as a software developer. I wrote code. I was laid off and developed Tranquility Day Spa in 2003. When the market started to crash and having a strong pulse on business in downtown, I opted to list the business for sale. With 23 employees and $1.3 mm I successfully sold within a month and was recruited by the TBBCoC. My third career and very rewarding thus far!

Q: What do you do to relax?

I box and spin and watch Netflix and LMN (Lifetime Movie Network).

Q: Name one thing you do for yourself and no one else. Example, exercise an hour a day. Yoga, etc.

I purposely schedule my exercise at 5 am and 6 pm

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Q: What is one thing you want every one to know about the Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber of Commerce?

Our culture and how we thrive on helping people and business connect appropriately to have impact on their pathway to success. Our entire team is extremely hardworking and humble.

Our community of businesses are the backbone of our economy and livelihood; imagine your community without them. My passion and our team passion is to make sure we have given 100% to anyone that walks in our door to help them be successful and our communities thrive.

Q: What is one thing you want everyone to know about yourself (personally)?

Even though I am very stern I am a softy and love people and I want to make sure everyone is happy all the time and I am obsessed with LMN. Q: What are your summer plans?

Take a 7-day cruise alone and enjoy a good James Patterson book.

Ester Venouziou

Creative Writer & “Live Local” Expert

Q: What inspired your business idea?

In the late 1990s I moved to Fort Lauderdale, and I noticed how much it was changing from the first time I lived there, just a few years earlier.

What used to be a fun, funky downtown with local shops and restaurants was becoming a fun but sterile downtown, filled with national brands and trendy restaurant chains. I made it my personal mission to shop/dine at local places, whenever possible. But by the time I left to come to St Pete to work for the Times in 2003, my favorite local bookstore in Fort Lauderdale had closed, and my favorite local coffee shop had been turned into a Starbucks.

I didn’t want that to happen here, but didn’t know what to do about it.

Then my parents came to visit from New Jersey, and when I was at work they would go to the mall or chain restaurants, because they didn’t know where else to go, and those were the “safe” choices. So I started giving them lists of my favorite local places, and then I started a group on Facebook,

asking friends for suggestions on places to add to my list. That list grew into a website, and that grew into the “live local” movement that it is today.

Q: When did you get launched?

Our official launch was August 2008, but at the time I had another full-time job. So my second launch was October 2011, when I was laid off from my job and decided to focus entirely on LocalShops1. In 2016 we opened the LocalShops1 storefront, which now carries the work of about 40 local makers! And attached are photos of the shop. If you use them, can you credit Rob Moorman of Moorman Photographics?

Q: What has been your biggest challenge and how did you overcome it?

When I started LocalShops1, I’d get suggestions from friends, members and even strangers on things I should do — marketing ideas, new events, all that.

And it was so nice that so many people seemed to care, that I wanted to accommodate all their ideas. But that got me going into so many different directions, and it made it tough to stay focused.

These days, I welcome ideas and love collaborations, and if it’s something that sounds good but not amazing, and I don’t have the time to do, I’ll ask whoever is suggesting

if he/she would be interested in leading the project, and ask them to come up with a proposed budget for it. Most of the time that’s the end of the conversation, but it might be something I’ll revisit at a better time.

Q: What is one thing you want everyone to know about your business?

LocalShops1’s goal is to promote local businesses throughout the Tampa Bay region, as well as the “live local” movement in general, but we are not preachy and we have no problems with larger businesses that are socially conscious. We believe we can all happily co-exist. Also, though hyper-local pride is important, we believe we need to think regionally, rather than in a bubble, and work together to make all our communities even better.

Q: What do you do to relax?

I like to hang out on my back porch with my cat, BW! One of my friends revamped the porch a few years ago, with a colorful Bohemian vibe, and it has since become one of my favorite places.

Q: Name one thing you do for yourself & no one else.

I love to play with colors, from crayons to paint and anything in between!

Q: What is the one thing you want everyone to know about yourself (personally) Tough one! But I guess I’d have to say/warn people that I’m not an extroverted social butterfly, even though it might seem that way through my social media pages. I’m really more of a behind-the-scenes kind of person!

Q: What are your summer plans?

On the business front, LocalShops1’s anniversary is in August, so we typically have a big party to spotlight local businesses.

On the personal front, my three best friends from college are coming to visit!

Definitely looking forward to that! PN

We all are lucky to have women like this in our community, helping others thrive to be their best, live their best lives. Don’t forget the overall mission for these organizations is to keep your money where your heart is, shop local, help your neighbors, and embrace our beaches.

Until next time, friends.

- Sarah Laracuente

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TFO “Ringers” are in for a treat with Lincoln Sandham’s “Silver Glass” Florida State University doctoral student Lincoln Sandham was named winner of The Florida Orchestra’s annual Student Composer Competition with “Silver Glass.” TFO will premiere the short work during the final concerts of the Tampa Bay Times Masterworks series in May.

Rings: “the grey rain-curtain turned all to silver glass and was rolled back.”

A “Ringer” (as fans are known), Sandham said, “I have read and re-read Lord of the Rings countless times. There is something pure, honest, and simple in that story that brings me back again and again.”

Sandham, 25, was inspired by a line from J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the

The competition was open to composition students at universities

Music to our ears Ruth Eckerd Hall announced a $2.5 million gift from Nancy and David Bilheimer as part of the theatre’s ongoing “Expanding the Experience” fundraising campaign.

The gift will enable the Marcia P. Hoffman School of the Arts at Ruth Eckerd Hall to expand its arts education programs, laying the foundation to build an education endowment for future generations through further fundraising efforts.

In recognition of the generous donation, the Capitol Theatre in downtown Clearwater will be renamed The Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre.

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The Marcia P. Hoffman School of the Arts provides arts education programs to over 45,000 students through more than 81,000 hours of arts experiences annually, including offering classes from beginner to advanced instruction for students looking to further their artistic passion.

“Expanding the Experience,” is a $35 million campaign that began in 2013. To learn more or make a donation visit www.RutherEckerdHall.com or call 727-791-7400.

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throughout Florida. It underscored TFO’s commitment to education and offered an unusual opportunity for young composers to write for an orchestra, which also fits with Music Director Michael Francis’ penchant for nurturing young talent.

For more information and to buy tickets, see floridaorchestra.org or call 727.892.3337 or 1.800.662.7286.

The Capitol Theatre’s New York state of mind The Capitol Theatre brings the Lords of 52nd Street – Legends of the Billy Joel Band — to the theatre for the first time on Friday, May 24, at 8 pm. Tickets are on sale The famed line-up helped establish Billy Joel’s formidable sound and sell 150 million records from 1976 to 1981.

The Lords is led by three former members of the Billy Joel Band: multiinstrumentalist Richie Cannata, drummer/ percussionist Liberty DeVitto, and guitarist Russell Javors.

Reserved tickets priced at $49.50, $39.50 & $29.50 will

be available at the Ruth Eckerd Hall Ticket Office located at 1111 McMullen Booth Road in Clearwater, calling 727-791-7400 or going online to www.AtTheCap.com.

The Dalí is bustin’ out all over Everyone’s favorite museum, the Salvador Dalí, has submitted a capital projects funding request to Pinellas County’s Tourist Development Council for $17.5 million to enable a $38.6 million expansion. During the two-year project, the museum plans to add a new wing with 20,000 square feet

By Caron Schwartz

for community spaces and digital exhibits. It also plans a 150,000-square-foot parking garage, increasing the number of parking places from 130 to 400.

“Digital Dalí” exhibits will include “Dalí Lives,” an artificial intelligence echnology “resurrecting” Dalí himself.

Visitors will experience virtual reality worlds in “Visual Magic: Dalí’s Masterworks in Augmented Reality.”

The museum is currently using the technology in the “Magritte & Dalí” exhibit.

Event space holding up to 350 seated guests will also be coming to the Dalí, which plans to position itself as a destination wedding site.

For more information see www.thedali.org.

Sunshine City now Museum City?

Later this year, the 137,000 square foot Museum of the American Arts and Crafts Movement (MAACM) is expected to open, which will become the largest museum in the region, and more museums are possibly on the way. While St. Pete is already home to the largest concentration of arts museums in the state, the opening of the MAACM combined with the Dalí expansion could further cement the Sunshine City as the art capital of the region.

Crafty artists Florida CraftArt Members’ Show, Contemporary Craft at its Finest, is a juried exhibition that showcased the best of handcrafted work

by Florida CraftArt members.

From across Florida, 36 artists created 110 pieces from intricate jewelry to ceramic sculptures. Visitors had the opportunity to meet the artists at the opening reception.

The exhibition was judged by the Morean Art Center’s new executive director, Howayda Affan, who will present the awards at the opening reception. The show runs through June 1 when the People’s Choice Award will be presented at the closing reception.

Florida CraftArt is located at 501 Central Avenue in St. Petersburg.

For more information, visit www.FloridaCraftArt.org or call (727) 821-7391.

Admission is free. Hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 am to 5:30 pm and Sunday from noon to 5 pm.

How much is that “Woof, Meow, Chirp, Slither” in the window A national movement, “Better Cities for Pets,” is afoot, so Florida CraftArt’s summer call-to-artists exhibition features artworks of “all things pets” including 3D portraits, artful storytelling, ParadiseNewsFL.com |

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Holocaust Museum founder to be celebrated The Florida Holocaust Museum invites the community to celebrate the life of its founder, Walter P. Loebenberg, at 3:30 pm on Wednesday, May 22, which would have been his 95th birthday. Admission to the museum that day will be Pay What You Wish Loebenberg’s Celebration of Life will be an opportunity for those who felt connected to him to share their memories and thoughts. The museum is asking the community to submit photographs, letters, and one-minute videos for the Museum to compile and give to his family. Submissions should be emailed to zwright@thefhm.org or mailed to The Florida Holocaust Museum, Attention: Zoe Wright, 55 5th Street S, St. Petersburg, FL 33701.

To RSVP and reserve a seat call 727-820-0100 ext. 301.

Fractured fairy tales Definitely Not Murderers, a new house team at American Stage Improv, performs “Once Upon an Improvised Musical,” spontaneous made-

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up musicals based on audience suggestion. The Murderers will open the new show at The HoneyPot (1507 E 7th Ave, Tampa) during the Tampa International Fringe Festival May 3 through 11. Tickets $13.

The team performs various styles and genres of improvised songs, dance numbers, and stories. Popular recent sets include Ybor Strikes Back, There’s No Place like Brookly, Hansel & Gretel go to Macy’s, and Fight Club, the Musical.

Catch Definitely Not Murderers the third Saturday of every month at American Stage’s Improv Night at Pinellas Ale Works, and the last Thursday with The Florida Bjorkestra’s new concept “Roll Play” at Hideaway Cafe.

Tickets $10 advance, $15 door.

More details at www.AmericanStage.org/ improv.

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Month-Long LGBTQ Pride Celebration Starting May 30, LGBTQ Pride Month will be celebrated by a full slate of programs sponsored by the city of Gulfport and the Gulfport Public Library’s LGBTQ Resource Center.

All programs are free and open to the public and take place at the Gulfport Public Library (5501 28th Avenue South) unless otherwise noted.

• Thursday, May 30, 6 pm: LGBTQ Pride March.

Historic Gulfport Casino (5500 Shore Blvd.) at 5:30 prepare to march to the Library at 6 pm accompanied by the Gulfport Gecko Amalgamated Marching Band.

• Thursday, May 30, 6:30 pm: Pride Flag Raising Ceremony.

Follows the parade and takes place on the front lawn of the Gulfport Public Library.

• Thursday, May 30, 7 pm: 3rd Annual ArtOut!

By Caron Schwartz See ArtOut below • Thursday, June 6, 7 pm: Special Appearance by FL State Rep. Jennifer Webb.

Florida’s first out lesbian state legislator – and Gulfport native – Rep. Jennifer Webb, discusses current legislation of particular interest to LGBTQ citizens.

• Wednesday, June 12, 7 pm: “Welcome to Florida: LGBT Attorneys Need Not Apply.”

Broward Circuit Court Judge Robert W. Lee examines the history of barriers against LGBT people serving in the legal profession in Florida.

Judge Lee is the first openly gay person appointed to the Florida State Court bench in 1997.

• Thursday, June 13, 7 pm: STONEWALL UPRISING film screening.

This compelling documentary examines what happened in June 1969 when New York police raided a gay bar called the Stonewall Inn, resulting in three days of rioting by LGBTQ people no longer willing to abide by a punishing level of harassment and inequality.

• Thursday, June 20, 7 pm: The Scott & Patti Show Comes to Gulfport!

Mother/Son lounge act Scott & Patti (Scott Daniel and Matthew McGee) features their mix of camp, improvisation, showmanship and glittering costumes. The Catherine Hickman Theater show is a fundraiser for the LGBTQ Resource Center.

Watch for ticket information.

• Sunday, June 23, 11 am – 5 pm: St. Pete Pride Festival.

Look for the LGBTQ Resource Center booth at this year’s St. Pete Pride Festival. Join thousands of participants in Florida’s largest annual Pride celebration held along Central Avenue in St. Petersburg’s Grand Central District.

• Thursday, June 27, 7 pm: BranchOut! The LGBTQ Resource Center presents its first-ever Gulfport LGBTQ Scholarship to a deserving local student and celebrates

the establishment of the LGBTQ Resource Center as an independent 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

More information visit www.mygulfport.us/lgbtqresources or email LGBTQGulfport@gmail.com.

ArtOut in Gulfport The third annual “ArtOut: LGBTQ Artists in Gulfport” will include selected artwork by a growing roster of artists including; Cheryl Bell, Elissa Cardamone, Michael Chapman, Rick Coleman, Noah Enders, Eagle Finnegan, Eric Folsom, Janet Folsom, Eunice Fisher, Amy Howell, Cedar Kindy, Wesley Ray, Yolanda Roman, Debbie Stevenson, Doug Warren and Debbie Wolfe.

Media represented will include acrylics, oils, watercolors, glass, ceramics, photography, mixed media and more.

The work will be on display in the atrium space of Gulfport Public Library, 5501 28th Avenue South.

An opening reception will be held at the Library on Thursday, May 30 at 7 p.m.

Complimentary beverages and hors d’oeuvres will be offered.

The reception is free and open to the public.

More Gulfport art news The Gulfport Merchants Chamber invites Pinellas County creatives to apply for its “Rise and Shine”Artist Grant Program 2019/2020.

The two $1,000 grants are given to support the creative community and to promote Gulfport as an art destination.

Applicants must be current residents of Pinellas County, with Gulfport residents given preferential treatment.

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ART NEWS Gulfport’s Art and Gallery Walks.Application deadline is July 1.

More information and to apply click to www.bit.ly/2KYFosS or Questionsartistgrant@VisitGulf portFlorida.com.

But wait there’s more Gulfport’s largest and most magnificent street festival, Geckofest, returns August 31 to downtown Gulfport.

Vendor applications are now available, with a $50 discount deadline of June 30.

View details at www.sikpromotions.com/appli cants/summer/geckofest or call 727-322-5217.

The 2019 theme, chosen by public vote, is “Geckos of the Round Table.” In the legend, the knights are in the service of Arthur, tasked with ensuring the peace of the kingdom and sometimes also charged with leading the quest for the Holy Grail. The Round Table at which they met was created to have no head or foot, representing the equality of all the members.

Help wanted The Documenta Project has received a matching grant for the upcoming 2019 Seattle Artists Photo Shoot this summer and needs your help to cover the photography equipment rental costs. To support the project the Duncan McClellan Gallery asks the public to purchase one of the “Inochi Series,” which the gallery is offering so many more artists can be photographed. To purchase or donate, contact duncan@dmglass.com or call 855.436.4527.

The Documenta Project, glass artist Mary Van Cline’s self-financed portrait project, is her love letter to the glass-art community.

By Caron Schwartz Since early 2017, she’s been traveling the U.S. taking photographs of glass artists, prominent dealers, collectors and critics in an effort to document and immortalize the unique artistic ecosystem that defines the Studio Glass world.

An article about the project will be published in Glass Quarterly Magazine’s summer edition.

The business side of art The St. Petersburg Arts Alliance presents its annual summer Arts Business Academy June 3 - July 8 with sessions to help emerging and professional artists of all kinds develop professional expertise. The program is part of the Arts Alliance’s strategy to support small business enterprise development in the creative sector, which supports economic development through arts entrepreneurship.

• June 3, Session 1 Defining Your Goal – Developing Your Brand.

What is your elevator speech?

• June 10, Session 2 Raising Funds – Grant Writing 101 AND Artist Awards • June 17, Session 3 Social Media & Marketing • June 24, Session 4 Pricing Art to Sell & Financial Tips for Your Small Business • July 1, Session 5 Simple steps to protect your creative expression and the consequences for failure to do so • July 8, Session 6 Advertising, Sales, Marketing, Media, Publicity and Promotion • Classes are on Monday nights, 6-8 pm - St. Pete Greenhouse 440 2nd Ave N. $199 for all six sessions, and limited scholarships available.

Contact John Collins john@stpeteartsalliance.org for a scholarship application.

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Arts & Leisure PERFORMING ARTS Amalie Arena 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa 813.301.6500 amaliearena.com May 5 – MercyMe 11 – The Millennium Tour 28 – Ariana Grande American Stage Raymond James Theatre 163 Third St. N, St. Petersburg 40th Anniversary Season 727.823.7529 americanstage.org boxof ce@americanstage.org May 1 – 12 – Mamma Mia! 4 – M&M Latin Jazz Ensemble 17 – 19 – American Songbook Series 29 – June 30Long Day’s Journey into Night

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Asolo Repertory Theatre 5555 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 800.361.8388 asolorep.org May 4 – June 1 – Sweeney Todd June 7 – 23 – Around the World in 80 Days Bininger Theater Eckerd College, 4200 54th Ave. S, St. Petersburg 727.867.1166 eckerd.edu/theatre Capitol Theatre 405 Cleveland Street, Clearwater 727.791.7400 rutheckerdhall.com/capitol-theatre May 2 – Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo 3 – The Milk Carton Kids 5 – Mark Cordes – Spouse Whisperer 8 – Jon Anderson of YES 9 – Kristina Kuzmic 10 – CAL CCR’s Green River 15 – Toad the Wet Sprocket 23 – David Crosby & Friends 24 – Lords of 52nd Street 26 – The Righteous Brothers 31 – Countess Luann de Lesseps June 7 – Yngwie Malmsteen 8 – Steve Earle & The Dukes 13 – CAL Led Zeppelin I 15 – Live On Mars – Tribute to Bowie Catherine Hickman Theater 5501 27th Ave. S, Gulfport 727.893.1070 gulfportcommunityplayers.org May 3, 4 – Seussical Jr. 30 – Hurricane Preparedness Seminar June 6 – 16 – Next Fall

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Central Park Performing Arts Center 105 Central Park Dr., Largo 727.587.6793 largoarts.com May 17 – Soul Circus Cowboys June 15 – Emo Philips Eight O’Clock Theatre 105 Central Park Dr., Largo 727.587.6793 eightoclocktheatre.com May 10 – 19 – Avenue Q Francis Wilson Playhouse 302 Seminole St., Clearwater 727.446.1360 franciswilsonplayhouse.org May 2 – 19 – Chess

Patel Conservatory 1010 N. W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa Dance / Theater / Music / Adult Classes 813.222.1002 patelconservatory.org May 1 – Music Made in America 3 – Evening of Dance 4 – Beginning Dance Recitals 14 – Jazz Jam 18 – End-of-Year Celebration Pinellas Park Performing Arts Center 4951 78th Ave. N, Pinellas Park pinellas-park.com/161/ Performing-Arts-Center May 18 – Beach Boys Tribute June 15 – Moody Blues Tribute Ruth Eckerd Hall 1111 N McMullen Booth Rd., Clearwater 727.791.7400 rutheckerdhall.com May 1 – The Illusionists 3 – Indigo Girls 10 – Tom Jones 11 – Double Dare Live 16 – Chelsea Handler 17 – Kristin Chenoweth 18 – Larry The Cable Guy 26 – TFO: Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto June 1 – Happy Together Tour 2 – Dio Returns 5 – “Weird Al” Yankovic 18 – Brit Floye

freeFall Theatre Company 6099 Central Ave., St. Petersburg 727.498.5205 freefalltheatre.com May 4 – Season Announcement Party 10 – June 9 – Buyer and Cellar Glenridge Performing Arts Center 7333 Scotland Way, Sarasota 941.552.5325 gpactix.com Gulfport Community Players Back Door Theater, 1619 49th St. S, Gulfport gulfportcommunityplayers.org June 6 – 16 – Next Fall M.A.D. Theatre of Tampa (Music Acting Dance Theatre of Tampa) 813.386.6173 madtheatre.com June 6 – 23 – Man of La Mancha MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheater – Florida State Fairgrounds, 4802 US Hwy. 301 N, Tampa 813.740.2446 mid orida.com/amphitheatre May 10 – Leg 5 Final World Tour 11 – Hillsong United Tour 2019 24 – Rascal Flatts June 9 – Hootie & The Blow sh National Theatre Live Eckerd College Miller Auditorium 4200 54th Ave. S, St. Petersburg Performances in HD livehdstpete.com/national-theatre-live May 3 – MacBeth (New NT, 2018)

St. Petersburg City Theatre 4025 31st St. S, St. Petersburg 727.866.1973 spcitytheatre.org Oldest, continuously operating community theater in Florida since 1925 May 17, 18 – Camp Rock The Musical Stageworks Theater 1120 E. Kennedy Blvd., West Bldg., #151, Tampa 813.374.2416 stageworkstheatre.org May 31 – June 16 – Four Guys Named José… and Una Mujer Named María Straz Center 1010 N. W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa 813.229.7827 strazcenter.org May 3 – Global Storytellers 3 – TFO: Mahler’s Symphony No. 1 3 – The Joe Budden Podcast with Rory, Mal and Parks 4 – Opera Tampa Grand Gala 2019 4 – Sandi Sylver Puppet Show 5 – Sibelius’s Mighty Second 7 – 12 – Anastasia 8 – June 2 – Hedda Adapted by Lucy Kirkwood 10 – Carlos Peña 11 – Jariah Higgins

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Madeira Beach Recreation 200 Rex Place, Madeira Beach Full session, half sessions or weekly sessions: June 3 – August 9 Completed kindergarten to starting 8th grade 727.392.0665 madbeachfun.com

Straz Center con’t 11, 12 – Le Corsaire and Western Symphony 14 – Rocktopia 15 – David Sedaris 16 – Latin Nights 17 – Chris Poe 17 – 19 – Kinky Boots 18 – Connor Zwetsch 19 – PJ Masks 19 – The Songs of Kander & Ebb 20 – Nicholas David 24 – John Mcrae 24 – TFO: Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto 30 – That’s the Spirit 31 – The Southern Momma Cledus T Judd Comedy Experience June 1 – Eric Petersen Sings “Swinging Thru Broadway” 4 – Come From Away 6 – 23 – Man of La Mancha 7 – Jarrod Barefoot 8 – Eden Shireen 11 – Rock of Ages 14 – Frankie Raye 15 – Jariah Higgins 20 – Latin Nights

makeme studio Art Camps 3028 9th St. N., St. Petersburg Daily or weekly sessions: June 3 – August 2.

Kindergarten through 5th grade 727.822.3256 makemestudio.com

Tarpon Springs Cultural Art Center 101 S Pinellas Ave, Tarpon Springs 727.942.5605 tarponarts.org June 7 – 16 – Love, Lies, and The Doctor’s Dilemma

Marcia P. Hoffman School of the Arts Drama, Music, Dance, Musical Theater 1111 McMullen Booth Rd., Clearwater, Weekly sessions: June 3 – August 2, Ages 5 – 14, 727.712.2706 rutheckerdhall.com/ hoffman-school-of-arts

Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center 324 Pine St., Tarpon Springs 727.942.5605 tarponarts.org May 11 – Velvet Caravan June 22, 23 – Disney’s Aladdin, Jr.

ParadiseNewsFL.com • facebook.com/ParadiseNews SUMMER CAMPS Admiral Farragut Academy 501 Park St. N, St. Petersburg Weekly sessions: June 3 – July 25 Rising Kindergartners to12th graders 727.384.5500 ext 220 farragut.org Art, Marine Science & Yoga Camp Museum of Fine Arts 255 Beach Drive. NE, St. Petersburg Two weekly sessions: July 15 – 19 and July 29 – August 2, Rising 2nd to 6th graders 727.896.2667 ext 210 mfastpete.org Boyd Hill Nature Preserve 1101 Country Club Way S, St. Petersburg Weekly sessions: June 3 – August 19, Ages 3 – 13, 727.893.7326 stpeteparksrec.org/boyd-hill.html Creative Clay – Art Around the World 1846 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg Weekly sessions: June 3 – July 26, Ages 6 – 12, 727.825.0515 creativeclay.org Creative Kids Camp Beach Art Center 1515 Bay Palm Blvd., Indian Rocks Bch., Weekly sessions: June 3 – August 9, Ages 6 – 14 727.596.4331 beachartcenter.org Creative Writing Camp Morean Center for Clay 420 22nd St. S, St. Petersburg Two sessions: July 15 – July 19 and July 22 – July 26, Ages 9 – 12 727.798.4530 keepstpetelit.org Eckerd College – Summer Watersports Camp 4200 54th Ave. S, St. Petersburg Weekly sessions: June 3 – August 2, Ages 5 – 17 eckerd.edu/waterfront/camp Great Explorations Children’s Museum 1925 4th St. N, St. Petersburg Weekly sessions: June 3 – August 9 Kindergarten through 3rd grade 727.821.8992 ext 226 greatex.org Gulfport Recreation Summer Program 5730 Shore Blvd. S, Gulfport Weekly sessions: June 3 – August 9 Completed kindergarten to 14 mygulfport.us/recreation-recsummer/

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Junior Docent Art Camp The Dalí Museum One Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg One week sessions: June 10 – 14, June 24 – 28, July 8 – 12, July 22 – 16, Ages 9 – 14, 727.823.3767 thedali.org Junior Tennis & Fitness Camp Treasure Bay Golf & Tennis 10315 Paradise Blvd., Treasure Island Full week/day/half day sessions: June 10 – July 14, Ages 8 through high school 727.360.6062 mytreasureisland.com

Morean Arts Center – Summer Art Camp 719 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg Weekly sessions: June 3 – August 9, Ages 4 – 16 727.822.7872 ext 8 moreanartscenter.org Morean Center for Clay – Summer Clay Camp 420 22nd St. S, St. Petersburg Weekly sessions: June 3 – August 9, Ages 4 – 16 727.822.7872 ext 8 moreanartscenter.org School of Rock St. Petersburg 2401 Central Ave., St. Petersburg Weekly sessions: June 3 – July 19 Ages 6 – 10+ 727.871.7625 locations.schoolofrock.com/ stpetersburg

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The Coliseum 535 4th Ave. N, St. Petersburg 727.892.5715 stpete.org/coliseum May 11 – Puppy Love Bene t The Mahaffey Theater 400 1st St. S, Bayfront Center St. Petersburg, 727.892.5767 themahaffey.com May 4 – TFO: Mahler’s Symphony No. 1 7 – Bryan Adams 8 – Interpol 14 – Walker’s Rising Stars Scholarship Competition 25 – TFO: Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto 29 – Tyler Henry June 15 –Live. Love. Dream 19 – The Mighty O.A.R. 20 – Todd Rundgren

The Palladium 253 5th Ave. N, St. Petersburg 727.822.3590 mypalladium.org May 2 – SPC Community Concert Band and Community Wind Symphony 4, 5 – St. Petersburg Ballet Company Spring Concert 17, 19, 21 – Suor Angelica & Gianni Schicchi 23 – TFO: Inside Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5 31 – Dance Fantasy June 1 – TIGLFF: The Evolution of Dra: Drag Through the Decades 2 – Dio Returns!

9 – Dancebox Studio S USF Yuengling Center 4202 E Fowler Ave., Tampa 813.974.3004 yuenglingcenter.com May 5 – Don Omar Van Wezel 777 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 941.953.3368 vanwezel.org May 4 – Purple Reign 25 – SRQ Margarita Festival West Coast Players 21905 US 19 N, Clearwater 727.437.2363 wcplayers.org May 3 – 5 – The Gin Game 31 – June 16 – Five Women Wearing the Same Dress MUSEUMS Dr. Carter G. Woodson African American Museum 2240 9th Ave. S, St. Petersburg One City Chorus – Mondays 7 pm woodsonmuseum.org Florida Holocaust Museum 55 5th St. S, St. Petersburg 727.820.0100 holocaustmuseum.org May 2 – Yom HaShoah Commemoration & Free Admission Florida Museum of Photographic Arts 400 N. Ashley Dr., Tampa 831.221.2222 fmopa.org May 4 – iPhoneography Smart Phone 101 11 – Business of Photography 12 – Product Photography 18 – Business of Photography Gulf Beaches Historical Museum 115 10th Ave., St. Pete Beach 727.552.1610 those who don’t know that gulfbeachesmuseum.com

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Gulfport History Museum 5301 28th Ave. S, Gulfport Free Admission 727.656.5420 gulfporthistoricalsociety.org May 9, 11 – Veteran’s City Trolley Line Walking Tour 16 – Original Gulfport Walking Tour June 13 – Veteran’s City Trolley Line Walking Tour 20 – Original Gulfport Walking Tour Henry Plant Museum 401 West Kennedy Blvd., Tampa 813.254.1891 plantmuseum.com May 5 – Upstairs/Downstairs 16 – Music in the Museum June 20 – Music in the Museum Heritage Museum 100 Beekman Ln., Tarpon Springs tarponarts.org History and culture of the Greek community May 14 – Lunch & Learn: Unseen Tarpon Springs 17 – Broadway Blockbusters June 3 – 21 – Rising Star Children’s Theater Summer Workshop Imagine Museum 1901 Central Ave., St. Petersburg imaginemuseum.com Contemporary American Studio Glass Weekly ArtWorks ARTcart – 2nd Saturday each month Thursdays $5 after 5 pm John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota 941.359.5700 ringling.org Mondays: Free admission all day Thurs – Art After 5 Fri – ROAR – Ringling Order of Art Readers Fri & Sat – Bayfront Garden Tours First Sat – Kid’s Quest, Family Workshop May 1 – Behind the Scenes with the Collections 4 – Saturday for Educators 5 – 12 – Museum Store Mother’s Day Sale June 20 – Art and a Movie Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art 600 E Klosterman Rd, Tarpon Springs 727.712.5762 leeparattner.org Museum of Fine Arts 255 Beach Drive. NE, St. Petersburg 727.894.4638 mfastpete.org

Thursdays $10 after 5 pm Through May 12 – Visual Metaphor 2019 Through June 2 – Theo Wujcik Cantos Through July 28 – A Feast for the Eyes May 2 – The Bounty of the Natural World in the 17th Century Painting 8 – Coffee Talk w/Nan Colton: Berthe Morisot 17 – Theo’s Inferno 19 – A Feast for the Senses – Pairing Wine and Fragrances 23 – Cigar City: Tales from a 1980s Ceative Ghetto by Paul Wilborn June 2 – Marly Music: Yael Weiss – 32 Bright Colors 12 – Coffee Talk w/Nan Colton: Vision and Imagination 16 – Marly Music: Aaron Diehl (Piano) Safford House Museum 23 Parkin Ct., Tarpon Springs Restored Victorian home built in 1883 tarponarts.org St. Pete Sculpture Experience 780 Central Ave., St. Petersburg More than 100 sculptures from life size to giant size. 727.316.1718 St. Petersburg Museum of History 335 2nd Ave. NE, St. Petersburg 727.894.1052 spmoh.com May 9 – Happy Hour w/the Historian: The Day the Skyway Fell

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727.579.8226 tbauto.org Tampa Bay History Center 801 Old Water St, Tampa 813.228.0097 tampabayhistorycenter.org May 5 – Collectors Day 8 – The History of Longitude 16 – Tap Talks: Passion of the Heights Wheat Ale June 10 – 14 – Swashbuckling Summer Camp Tampa Museum of Art 120 W St. Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa 813.259.1720 tampamuseum.org Saturday – Art Spot for Families Through May 27 – Oswaldo Vigas Transformations Through August 11 – Abstract Expressionism: A Social Revolution Through August 18 – Echoing Forms: American Abstraction Tarpon Springs Railroad Depot Historical Museum 160 E Tarpon Ave., Tarpon Springs Free admission 727.943.4624 tarponspringsareahistoricalsociety.org

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Events SUMMER CAMPS Skateboarding Camp Fossil Park Skatepark, 6635 Dr MLK Jr St. N, St. Petersburg Daily and weekly sessions: June 3 – August 9 Ages 6 – 15 schoolofskatin.com Space Odyssey Imagine Museum 1901 Central Ave., St. Petersburg Two weekly sessions: June 10 – 14, July 15 – 19. Ages 11 – 14, 727.300.1700 ext 112 imaginemuseum.com St. Pete Beach Summer Camps 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Pete Beach Weekly sessions: June 3 – August 9, Completed kindergarten to 6th grade 727.363.9245 spbrec.com Tampa Bay Watch Summer Camps 3000 Pinellas Bayway S, Tierra Verde, Weekly sessions: June 10 – August 9, Ages 6 – 15, 727.867.8166 ampabaywatch.org/camps.html

The James Museum Summer Art Camp 150 Central Ave, St. Petersburg Ages 6 – 8: June10 – 14 and July 3 – 12 Ages 9 – 11: June 24 – 28 and July 22 – 26, thejamesmuseum.org Theatre Summer Camps St. Petersburg City Theatre 4025 31st St. S, St. Petersburg 2-week sessions: June 3 – August 2, Ages 7 – 14 727.866.1973 spcitytheatre.org Treasure Island Summer Camp City Hall, 120 108th Ave., Treasure Island Full session or weekly sessions: June 3 – August 9, Ages 5 – 13 727.547.4575 mytreasureisland.com Weedon Island Preserve 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg Weekly sessions: June 3 – August 2 Ages 7 – 15, 727.453.6500 weedonislandpreserve.org Wild Creations: Empowerment Camp for Young Women Museum of Fine Arts 255 Beach Drive. NE, St. Petersburg One week-long session: July 22 – 26 Rising 6th – 9th graders 727.896.2667 ext 210 mfastpete.org

ON-GOING EVENTS

Arts & Leisure The Dalí Museum One Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg 727.823.3767 thedali.org Sundays – Yoga at The Dali For Kids – DillyDally w/Dali, Mini Melodies, Little Surrealists Tour, Story Time Through May 19 – Magritte & Dalí May 1 – Coffee w/a Curator: Giraffes on Horseback Salad 2 – ArtFlix – Artists of the 20th Century: Rene Magritte 4 – Family Workshop: Cirque du Magritte 9 – Poetry at The Dali The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art 150 Central Ave, St. Petersburg Tuesdays $10 All day thejamesmuseum.org May 1, 8, 15 – Wild Women of the Wild West 11 – Film: Coming to Light: Edward S. Curtis and the North American Indians 14 – Art Workshop: Watercolor 28 – Film: Brisbee ‘17 USF Contemporary Art Museum 3821 USF Holly Dr., Tampa usfcam.usf.edu/cam/cam_exhibitions. html USF Contemporary Art Museum Institute for Research in Art 4202 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa ira.usf.edu

First permanent collection of Dale Chihuly’s work Through May 31 – Perspectives in Glass Cobb Gallery Eckerd College, Library Cir. St. Petersburg 800. 454.9009 eckerd.edu/visualarts/program Collectors Exchange 2939 Central Ave., St. Petersburg 727.440.9643 articlesstpete.com Second Saturday ArtWalk Craftsman House 2955 Central Ave., St. Petersburg 727.323.2787 craftsmanhousegallery.com Gallery-Café-Pottery Studio Second Saturday ArtWalk May 11 – Fair Trade Celebration 11 – June 29 – 13th Annual Invitational Teapot Show 12 – Mother’s Day Brunch June 8 – 29 – 11th Annual Clay Pride Show 11 – Loving Day Celebration Creative Clay Cultural Arts Center 1846 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg 727.825.0515 creativeclay.org Second Saturday ArtWalk May 24 – Transition Art Finale!

Crossroads Gallery St. Pete College – Clearwater 2465 Drew St., Clearwater go.spcollege.edu/pages/dynamic. aspx?id=2097

Saturday, May 11 through Friday, June 28 – Fresh Squeezed 3 9 am – 5 pm Monday – Saturday/Noon – 5 pm Sunday, Morean Arts Center, 719 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. An exhibition of emerging artists currently residing in Florida. Encourages, supports and celebrates artists who y under the radar, who haven’t had their big break, whose work may not be typical gallery or museum fare. 727.822.7872 moreanartscenter.org

USF Graphic Studio 3702 Spectrum Blvd., Ste 100, Tampa Free admission 813.974.3503 graphicstudio.usf.edu/GS/gs_about.html

Saturday, May 11 through Saturday, June 29 – 13th Annual Invitational Teapot Show 10 am – 6 pm Monday – Saturday/11 am – 4 pm Sunday, Free, Craftsman House, 2955 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. Showcases a wide variety of functional, ceramic teapots on display and available for purchase.

727.323.2787 craftsmanhousegallery.com

ARTicles Art Gallery & Custom Framing 1445 Central Ave., St. Petersburg 727.898.6061 articlesstpete.com Second Saturday ArtWalk

Duncan McClellan Gallery 2342 Emerson Ave. S, St. Petersburg 813.760.6600 dmglass.com Second Saturday ArtWalk

Through Sunday, May 19 – Magritte & Dali 10 am – 5:30 pm daily (until 8 pm Thursdays), $10 – $24, The Dalí Museum, One Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg. Showcasing carefully curated, exemplary pieces from Magritte’s and Dali’s works, the exhibit pushes back the curtain to reveal what lies beyond the simple appearance of painted images.

727.823.3767 thedali.org

ARTpool Gallery 2030 Central Ave., St. Petersburg 727.324.3878 artpoolrules.com May 11, 12 – Crafty Fest June 8, 9 – Crafty Fest

Dunedin Fine Art Center 1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin 727.298.3322 dfac.org More than 100 classes offered Scholarships available Through May 19 – Student/Member/ Faculty Show

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Florida CraftArt Gallery 501 Central Ave., St. Petersburg 727.821.7391 oridacraftart.org Second Saturday ArtWalk Mural Walk on Saturdays June 7 through August 10 – Woof, Meow, Chirp and Slither

Through Sunday, June 2 – Theo Wujcik: Cantos 10 am – 5 pm Monday through Saturday/10 am – 8 pm Thursday/ noon – 5 pm Sunday, $10 – $20, Museum of Fine Arts, 255 Beach Drive.

NE, St. Petersburg. A xture of the Ybor City art scene, Wujcik was an accomplished master printer and painter whose expansive practice engaged deeply with art historical tradition and the global contemporary art world.

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ART GALLERIES

Chihuly Collection 720 Central Ave., St. Petersburg 727.822.7872 ext 5102 moreanartscenter.org

Domain Home Accessories & Gallery 3129 Beach Blvd. S, Gulfport domaingulfport.com Local and Florida artisans featured

Gulf Coast Artists Alliance 727.738.8010 gcaa- .org Two Locations in St. Petersburg St. Pete Artworks / Avenue 5 Studios

Safety Harbor Art & Music Center 706 2nd St. N, Safety Harbor 727.725.4018 safetyharborartandmusiccenter.com

Leslie Curran Gallery 1431 Central Ave., St. Petersburg 727.898.6061 articlesstpete.com Second Saturday ArtWalk

Society of Acrylic Painters Membership info / exhibit entry: isap-online.com

Red Cloud Indian Arts 214 Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg 727.821.5824 redcloudindianarts.com Ringling College of Art & Design 2700 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 941.359.7563 ringling.edu Stirling Studios & Art Gallery 730 Broadway (2nd Floor) Studio 12, Dunedin stirlingartstudios.com The Art Lofts Florida Craftsmen Galleries (2nd oor) 10 5th St. N, St. Petersburg 727.504.8788 theartlofts.com Second Saturday ArtWalk The Studio@620 620 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg 727.895.6620 thestudioat620.org May 8 – Poetic Healing 9 – The 54th Ave. South Jazz Combo 11 – 31 – De/Territories 12 – Act III: A Musical Review 15 – Half-Baked Boomer and Her Assistant Cousin Larry 28 – Deadline for entries in Quinceañera Group Exhibition June 8 – 30 – Quinceañera Group Exhibition ART CENTERS & CLASSES Beach Art Center 1515 Bay Palm Blvd., Indian Rocks Bch. 727.596.4331 beachartcenter.org Morean Arts Center 719 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg 727.822.7872 moreanartscenter.org Glass Studio & Hot Shop, Classes and Galleries Second Saturday ArtWalk Saturdays at The Morean for Families Fridays – Art Snap May 11 through June 28 – Fresh Squeezed 3 Morean Center for Clay 420 22nd St. S, St. Petersburg 727.821.7162 moreanartscenter.org Fridays – Friday Night Clay Sundays for Families 1 – 3 pm Second Saturday ArtWalk Through May 31 – Stuart Asprey Pinellas Park Art Society Park Station Building 5851 Park Blvd., Pinellas Park 727.360.4406 pinellasart.org May 24 – 4th Saturday Art Walk

Studio Duvoe 2808 Clinton St. S, Gulfport 727.271.5016 studioduvoe@yahoo.c facebook.com/gulfportart Creative play sessions and art partie neurotypical and neurodiverse (Autis ADHD, dyslexia, etc.) children and ad May 18 – Special Abilities Art Opening & Fundraiser SunTan Art Center at Don Vista Arts Center 3300 Pass-A-Grille Way, St. Pete Be 727.367.3818 suntanart.org Celebrating 50+ Years Treasure Island Art Guild treasureislandartguild.org Gallery Closed June, July, August Painting Workshops held weekly Wednesday – Anything Goes Thursday – Acrylic Painting Friday – Portrait Workshop – live mo Veterans Art Center 6798 Crosswinds Dr. N, St. Petersbu 813.504.3092 vactb.org Provides opportunities for military an veterans to develop and showcase creative and artistic accomplishment Zen Glass Studio 600 27th St. S, St. Petersburg 727.323.3141 zenglass.com Offers glassblowing classes & workshops. Second Saturday ArtWal St. Pete’s Warehouse Arts District.

HANDS-ON MUSEUMS Glazer Children’s Museum 110 W. Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa glazermuseum.org Created speci cally for children 10 and under Through May 12 – The Pigeon Come Tampa!: A Mo Willems Exhibit Great Explorations Children’s Museum 1925 4th St. N, St. Petersburg 727.821.8992 greatex.org Where education and fun come alive First Sunday of month open special hours for special needs families.

Heritage Village 11909 125th St N, Largo 727.582.21 pinellascounty.org/heritage Free 21-acre living history museum

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Events Through Sunday, July 28 – A Feast for the Eyes 10 am – 5 pm Monday through Saturday/10 am – 8 pm Thursday/noon – 5 pm Sunday, $10 – $20, Museum of Fine Arts, 255 Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg.

Features 40 superb Old Master paintings from the 17th and 18th centuries by major Italian, Spanish, German, and Netherlandish artists. This is only the second time this collection has been shown publicly. 727.894.4638 mfastpete.org Friday, June 7 through Saturday, August 10 – Woof, Meow, Chirp and Slither 10 am – 5:30 pm Monday through Saturday/noon – 5 pm Sunday, Free, Florida CraftArt Gallery, 501 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. Artworks of “all things pets” will include ne craft artists creations, such as 3D portraits, artful storytelling, and functional items for pets and their humans.

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EVENTS CALENDAR Thursday, May 9 – Movies in the Park – Groundhog Day 7 pm, Free, North Straub Park, Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Enjoy an evening in the park with live music followed by a lm classic. Bring your own blanket. preservetheburg.org Saturday, May 11 – Party Under the Lights 4 – 10 pm, Free, 8th Ave., Pass-A-Grille, St. Pete Beach. Steel drums 4 – 6 pm, Max Gain 6 – 10 pm, beer, wine, soda, arts and crafts vendors, dancing in the street. facebook.com/pg/PassaGrilleBeach/events Saturday, May 11 – Cocktails on the Courts 7 – 11 pm, $75, St. Petersburg Shuf eboard Club, 559 Mirror Lake Dr. N, St. Petersburg. Dancing under the stars, live music unlimited Florida cuisine and cocktails, a vintage Florida fashion show, a live Florida art demonstration, a charity auction with spectacular travel prizes – and of course, shuf eboard!

727.894.1052 ext 200 spmoh.com Saturday, May 11 – Dialogues des Carmélites Noon, $22 Members/$25 Non-members, Eckerd College, Miller Auditorium, 4200 54th Ave. S, St. Petersburg. Met Music Director Yannick NézetSéguin leads an accomplished ensemble in Poulenc’s devastating modern masterpiece of faith and martyrdom. 727.864.7600 livehdstpete.com/metopera Saturday, May 11 – Puppy Love Bene t 6 – 10 pm, $100, The Coliseum, 535 4th Ave. N, St. Petersburg. Silent & live auction, 50/50 raf e, puppy pimping, open dinner buffet and more.

Help celebrate Pet Pal Animal Shelter’s triumphs in saving animals’ lives. petpalanimalshelter.com Saturday, May 11 – Second Saturday ArtWalk 5 – 9 pm, Free, including trolley. Art districts throughout the city of St. Petersburg. An evening of art, opening receptions and galleries galore. Free trolley offers transport between the different districts. stpeteartsalliance.org/artwalk Saturday, May 11 and Sunday, May 12 – Crafty Fest 11 am – 5 pm, Free, Art Pool Galleries, 2030 Central Ave., St. Petersburg.

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Arts & Leisure Manatee Village Historical Park 1404 Manatee Ave. E (SR 64), Bradenton manateevillage.org Free open-air history museum MOSI (Museum of Science & Industry) 4801 E Fowler Ave., Tampa 813.987.6000 mosi.org Children’s science center Saunders Planetarium FILM Celebrating CommUNITY International Gay & Lesbian Film Fest October 4 – 12, 2019 Various times and locations tiglff.com International Cinema Series Eckerd College, 4200 54th Ave. S, St. Petersburg, Miller Auditorium 727.864.7979 eckerd.edu/ internationalcinema May 3 – Woman at War LGBTQ Film Series Gulfport Public Library 5501 28th Ave. S, Gulfport Second Thursday of each month 7 pm.

727.893.1074 facebook.com/GulfportLibraryFL May 9 – Do I Sound Gay? June 13 – Stonewall Uprising Sunscreen Film Festival Various locations throughout St. Petersburg. VIP & General Admission sunscreen lmfestival.com MUSIC Clearwater Jazz Holiday clearwaterjazz.com October 17 – 20, 2019 New Horizons of Gulfport, Inc. Gulfport Senior Center 5501 27th Ave. S, Gulfport, Novice and Intermediate Bands mrjoemurphy@yahoo.com 727.656.1469 newhorizonsbandgulfport.org School of Rock St. Petersburg 2401 Central Ave., St. Petersburg Guitar, drum, singing, keyboard/piano lessons 727.871.7625 locations.schoolofrock.com/stpetersburg South Pasadena Community Band All-volunteer band 727.398.9639 southpasadenaband.com

St. Petersburg College Gibbs Campus Music Center, 6605 Fifth Ave. N, St. Petersburg 727.341.4360 spcollege.edu/events May 1 – SPC Percussion Concert 7 – Percussion Ensemble Concert June 19 – Summer Vocal Institute Concert Suncoast Jazz Society Wednesdays 6:30 – 9:00 pm, Bilmar Beach Resort, 10650 Gulf Blvd., Treasure Island 727.360.5531 sdjs.org Tampa Bay Symphony Performances in various locations 727.827.8087 tampabaysymphony.org The Florida Orchestra See venues for dates – Mahaffey Theater, Ruth Eckerd Hall & David Straz Performing Arts Center 50th Anniversary Season 727.662.7286 oridaorchestra.org TomKats Jazz Orchestra tomkatsjazzorchestra.com The Hangar Restaurant 540 First St. SE, St. Petersburg Every Monday – Jazz Jam 727.823.7767 aldowningjazz.com OPERA Eckerd College 4200 54th Ave. S, St. Petersburg Miller Auditorium The Met in HD Series Live high-de nition broadcasts of the Metropolitan Opera 727.864.7600 livehdstpete.com/metopera May 11 – Dialogues des Carmélites Florida Opera Festival Straz Center for the Performing Arts 1010 North W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa operatampa.org St. Petersburg Opera Company 2145 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg 727.823.2040 stpeteopera.org Mornings, Afternoons, Evenings and Cocktails with the Maestro Various performance locations May 2, 3, 9 – How to Cast an Opera Suor Angelica & Gianni Schicchi 17 – 21 – Suor Angelica & Gianni Schicchi June 6, 7 – Preview to Madama Butter y 8 – Broadway Cabaret 14 – ADDIO to the Maestro Series

Sarasota Opera House 61 N Pineapple Ave., Sarasota 941.328.1300 sarasotaopera.org May 10 – Opera Composers in Song June 2 – Mayerling – Ballet Film 16 – Faust – Opera Film St. Petersburg Opera Guild stpeteoperaguild.org The Matinee Opera Players 64th Way, Pinellas Park facebook.com/MatineeOperaPlayers Pinellas Park Performing Arts Center The Pinellas Opera League Socialize and be entertained First Wednesday each month October – June pinellasoperaleague@gmail.com pinellasoperaleague.com DANCING | SOCIAL Florida West Ballet A not-for-pro t Pre-Professional Performing Arts Company 616 4th St. N, St. Petersburg oridawestballet.org Gulfport Casino 5500 Shore Blvd. S, Gulfport More information on Casino events or rental availability 727.893.1070.

SwingTime.info mygulfport.us Every Wednesday – Swing First and third Sunday – Ballroom Second Sunday – Soul Night Sarasota Ballet 5555 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 941.359.0099 sarasotaballet.org May 18 – Peter Rabbit and Friends St. Petersburg Ballet Conservatory 1500 58th St S, Gulfport 727.914.7257 stpeteballetconservatory.com Daily classes for young & adults, performances, facility rentals Summer Session 1 – June 10 – July 5 (performance on July 5) Summer Session 2 – July 8 – August 2 (performance on August 2) St. Petersburg Polish American Society 1343 Beach Dr. SE, St. Petersburg 972.741.3749 polishsociety.org Sunday, Dinner & Dancing: 2:15 – 3:30 pm – Dinner – $8 727.360.0584 for dinner reservations 3 – 6 pm – Dancing – $6 Members/$8 Non-members

Sundial Swing Dancing Sundial St Pete, 153 2nd Ave N., St Petersburg 727.800.3201 sundialstpete.com First Tuesday of the month 7 – 8:30 pm Free The Blue Parrot Café 85 Corey Circle, St. Pete Beach Every Monday 727.368.9619 bluepstpb.com Every Monday – TomKats 18 Piece Jazz Orchestra The Coliseum 535 4th Ave. N, St. Petersburg 727.892.5715 stpete.org/attractions/coliseum.php Tea Dance – 1st & 3rd Wednesday, October through May COMEDY Coconuts Comedy Club Oldest (longest running) comedy club in Florida. 5501 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach 727.360.5653 (JOKE) coconutscomedyclubs.com Open Mike on Tuesdays Shows: Wed – Sat, 9 pm Spit re Theater Improv Comedy Theater 14 18th St. S, St. Petersburg spit retheater.com ECO | ZOOS | AQUARIUMS Alligator Attraction John’s Pass Village 12973 Village Blvd. A-D Madeira Beach 727.329.8751 kissagator.com Explore, learn & kiss a gator Boyd Hill Nature Preserve 1101 Country Club Way S, St. Petersburg 727.893.7326 stpeteparksrec.org/boyd-hill.html Tram Tours Saturdays, Guided Tours, Classes

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Events Sunday, May 12 – Act III: A Musical Review 2 pm, $10 Members/$15 Non-members, The Studio@620, 620 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg. Local talent, Ani Crane, will present her original play about three best friends who overcome life’s doubts and challenges together. The ladies make a pact to follow their dreams, go with the ow and meet again at the big 70. Journey with them and join in the musical reunion that follows.

727.895.6620 thestudioat620.org Sunday, May 12 – EDGE District Sip & Stroll Noon – 4 pm, $15/$20, Various venues between Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. St. and 16th St., and between 1st Ave. N and 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg. Receive an of cial Sip & Stroll cup and map to enjoy complimentary beverages and food at more than 20 of the EDGE District’s favorite eateries, pubs, retail shops and other very cool businesses. Free raf e tickets for moms. edgedistrict.org/index.html

Sunday, May 12 – Mother’s Day Brunch at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens 10:30 am/noon/1:30 pm, $70 Members/$80 Non-members/$30 Child 4 – 11/Child under 4 free, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 900 S Palm Ave., Sarasota. Sweeping views of Sarasota Bay provide the perfect backdrop for honoring mothers at Selby Gardens. An exquisite buffet provided by Michael’s On East. 941.366.5731 selby.org Sunday, May 12 – Mother’s Day Brunch at Sunken Gardens 11 am – 1 pm, $60 Members/$65 Non-members/$30 Children under 12, Sunken Gardens, 1825 Fourth St. N, St. Petersburg. Enjoy an elegant brunch in the banquet room with lovely classical music, a silent auction and raf e prizes. Stroll through the glorious gardens. All proceeds support the creation of a Children’s Educational Garden. 727.892.5715 sunkengardens.org Sunday, May 12 – Mother’s Day Freebie at Mote Aquarium 10 am – 5 pm, All moms get free admission with the purchase of their accompanied child’s ticket, Mote Aquarium, 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy., Sarasota. Treat your mom to a fun- lled day at Mote Aquarium. Come SEA all the animals, learn about the oceans they call home and make memories that will last a lifetime. 941.388.4441 mote.org Tuesday, May 14 – 2019 Walker’s Rising Stars Scholarship Competition 7 pm, $5/$10, The Mahaffey Theater, 400 1st St. S, Bayfront Center, St. Petersburg. Celebrates Pinellas County Schools’ most outstanding public high school junior and senior solo performers and artists. Finalists will be selected to compete for thousands of dollars in scholarships. 727.892.5767 themahaffey.com Tuesday, May 14 – Art Workshop: Watercolor 6 – 7:30 pm, $35 Members/$45 Non-members, The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art, 150 Central Ave, St. Petersburg. Work with artist Crystina Castiglione (a.k.a. The Messy Painter) to create a fun and colorful composition inspired by the museum’s collection. All levels welcome. Fee includes supplies and museum admission. Advanced registration required. thejamesmuseum.org Tuesday, May 14 – Drag Queen Bingo 7 pm, $10, Pinellas Ale Works, 1962 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg. Check your sensitivity at the door and enjoy 10 rounds of raucous entertainment and delicious PAW beers! Bene ts Friends of Strays. friendsofstrays.com/home Sign-up online to receive our weekly e-news with featured events.

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Arts & Leisure Fort De Soto Park Tierra Verde 727.552.1862 pinellascounty.org/park/05_ft_desoto.htm Guided Nature Walks – Sat. & Sun.

Shell Key Ferry Fort De Soto Boat Ramp $10 Children/$20 Adults 727.398.6577 tampabayferry.com

Mote Aquarium 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy., Sarasota 941.388.4441 mote.org Science, Education, Aquarium May 12 – Mother’s Day Freebie June 8 – World Oceans Day Family Festival 16 – Father’s Day Freebie

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St. Petersburg Audubon Society 727.753.9731 stpeteaudubon.org 101+ Years Conservation Meets 3rd Tuesday of each month Boyd Hill Bird Walk 1st Saturday of month St. Petersburg Shell Club Seminole Recreation Center, 9100 113th St. N, Seminole 727.867.6861 stpeteshellclub.org 1st Friday September thru May 7 pm Seaside Seabird Sanctuary 18328 Gulf Blvd, Indian Shores 727.391.6211 seabirdsanctuary.com Largest non-pro t wild bird hospital sanctuary. Free. Tours.

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Weedon Island Preserve 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg 727.453.6500 weedonislandpreserve.org May 11 – Invasive Plants in Pinellas County 18 – The Great Weedon Bird Quest 23 – Evening w/the Author: Steph Post 25 – Co-existing with Florida Coyotes June 15 – Native Orchids and Epiphytes of Pinellas County ZooTampa at Lowry Park 1101 West Sligh Ave., Tampa One mile west of I-275 (exit 48) 813.935.8552 zootampa.org FERRIES Crossbay Ferry Connecting Downtown Tampa Aquarium Wharf to Downtown St. Petersburg Vinoy Basin, $8 each way, reduced fares for children & seniors Tuesday through Sunday 727.273.5932 thecrossbayferry.com Egmont Key Ferry Fort De Soto Bay Pier $12.50 Children/$25 Adults 727.398.6577 tampabayferry.com Pirate Water Taxi Hop On, Hop Off, 15 stops along the Hillsborough River and Tampa Riverwalk. Prices vary. 813.390.3711 piratewatertaxi.com

Florida Botanical Gardens 12520 Ulmerton Rd., Largo Free. Friendly dogs welcome on leash.

Open daily. Welcome Center is closed weekends & county holidays.

727.582.2100 bg.org May 11 – Florida-Friendly Landscape Design Workshop June 8 – Composting 101 & Ten Easy Steps to a Florida-Friendly Landscape Florida West Coast Orchid Society Florida Botanical Gardens, 12520 Ulmerton Rd., Largo fwcos.org 2nd Thurs, 7:30 pm. Visitors welcome.

Educational classes 727.420.7230 May 9 – Robert Riefer: Vanilla June 13 – Premnath Subrahmanyam: Florida Native Orchids Garden Club of St. Petersburg 500 Sunset Dr. S, St. Petersburg gardenclubstpete@aol.com 727.381.8920 gardenclubstpetersburg.org May 18 – Plant Auction Fundraiser Ikebana International Chapter 65, St. Petersburg Chapel On The Hill Church – Evans Hall, 12601 Park Blvd., Seminole 3rd Monday, 10 am – 2 pm, September to May. Ikebana – centuries old art of Japanese oral arranging. 727.729.9445 ikebanastpetersburg.com May 20 – Ikebana Inspired by Emotions Marie Selby Botanical Gardens 900 S Palm Ave., Sarasota Mondays – Yoga in the Garden 941.366.5731 selby.org May 1 – Lunch in the Gardens 1 – Movie Magic 2 – Introduction to Sumi-e 3 – Hand Built Pottery 8 – Gauguin Nights 9 – Creative Camera Techniques 12 – Mother’s Day Brunch 15 – Hydrosols 15 – Snapseed Editing on Your Mobile Phone 16 – Spritzing, Spattering, Sponging, French Rule & More Advanced Watercolor Techniques 17 – Introduction to Ikebana 22 – Kokedamo

22 – Art of the Quick Sketch 23 – Still Life & Lay Flat Photography 24 – Gelli Plate Printing a la Gauguin Sunken Gardens 1825 Fourth St. N, St. Petersburg Adult and Child Horticultural Workshops 727.892.5715 sunkengardens.org May 12 – Mother’s Day Brunch ON THE WATER Adult Basic Sailing School Boca Ciega Yacht Club, Not-for-pro t Sailing Club sailschoolregistration@sailbcyc.org sailbcyc.org Bay Sailors A sailing club for singles. Looking for a few good skippers with sailboats. For contact information visit baysailors.org Boating Skills & Seamanship USCG Auxiliary Flotilla 72 Safe Boating Program, 9 Classes Tuesday 7:30 – 9:30 pm, $60 1300 Beach Blvd. SE, St. Petersburg (US Coast Guard Base) 727.898.1324 tampabaysafeboating.com St. Petersburg Sail & Power Squadron Safe Boating Program St. Petersburg Sailing Center, 250 2nd Ave. SE, St. Petersburg 727.550.1811 boating-stpete.org America’s Boating Course Free to attend, $45 materials 7-week course. Mon 7 – 9 pm Pre-registration required USCGAUX Safe Boating Program U.S. Coast Guard Aux Flotilla 78, 12-week continuous program Tuesdays, 7 pm Warren Webster Building, 1500 Pass-A-Grille Way, St. Pete Beach Up to 2 years to nish. $45, $60 couple Tom 727.367.1409 or Jim 727.360.4846 May 7 – Boating Safety 14 – Introduction to Navigation 21 – Powering Your Boat 28 – Lines and Knots June 4 – Weather 11 – Your Boat’s Radio CARD GAME | BINGO Pasadena Card Club 10 Park St N, St. Petersburg Duplicate Bridge Mon., Wed. Fri., 12:30 pm Contract Bridge & Pinochle Tues. & Thurs., Noon David 727.381.5944 pasadenacardclub.com

St. Petersburg Bridge Club 9103 US 19N, Pinellas Park Games, Lessons, & Seminars Charlie 727.363.1136 or 544.5040 stpetebridge.org Treasure Island Community Center Bingo 106th Ave. & Gulf Blvd., Treasure Island Early Games start 6:45 pm Regular Games start 7:45 pm Presented by the Treasure Islettes Bene ts local scholarships.

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2nd Saturday October thru April 9 am – noon, Pasadena Community Church, 227 70th St S., St. Petersburg Sing songs you love, ages middle schoo on up bobd@pccumc.org Gulfport Lions Club Community Civic Organization 2nd and 4th Tuesdays 6 pm Gulfport Lions Clubhouse, 4630 Tifton Dr. S, Gulfport tbirdrob@yahoo.com Isle of Palms Civic Association Community Civic Organization 4th Tuesday 6 pm Dinner/Mixer Treasure Island Community Center Shelly Ritchie 860.480.3035 iopca.org Rotary Club of Gulf Beaches Tuesdays, Noon, Guests welcome.

The Club at Treasure Island, 400 Treasure Island Causeway, Treasure Island 727.434.2353 gulfbeachesrotary.com/index.php Senior Solos 2nd Monday except July and August 1:30 pm, Pinellas Park Senior Center, 7625 59th St. N, Pinellas Park. A social group of single folks 55+.

Wally 727.544.7183 or loisjolley@aol.com Social Club of St. Petersburg Sons of Italy, 2500 34th St. S, St. Petersburg. Bocce, cards and social events. Open to the public on Mondays and for special events. majord1050@aol.com 727.323.2691 socialclubofsp.org Sparkling Clearwater Depression Glass Club 3rd Tuesday 6:45 pm Clearwater Garden Club 405 Seminole St, Clearwater clearwaterdepressionglassclub.org Stetson Tech Club Last Monday 3 – 5 pm Gulfport Senior Center 5501 27th Ave. S, Gulfport Join Stetson Law students for their Tech Tips Classes. RSVP 727.893.5671

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Events Wednesday, May 15 – Half-Baked Boomer and her Assistant Cousin Larry 7 pm, $10, The Studio@620, 620 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg. This improv show is about a baby boomer who has always loved to bake and makes wonderful confections using the audience as ingredients. Her cousin Larry helps her bake—but where does he get these recipes? Find out the answer.

Lots of audience interaction 727.895.6620 thestudioat620.org Thursday, May 16 – Movies in the Park – Ghost 7 pm, Free, North Straub Park, Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Enjoy an evening in the park with live music followed by a lm classic. Bring your own blanket. preservetheburg.org Friday, May 17 – 3rd Annual St. Pete Taco & Beer Festival 6 – 11 pm, Albert Whitted Park, 480 Bayshore Dr. SE, St. Petersburg.

Gourmet food trucks serving special South American-inspired dishes as well as their usual cuisines. Live music. First 300 guests will receive a free sombrero. unation.com/event/668241911 Friday, May 17 – Music and a Meal 7 pm, $12, Sacred Lands, 1700 Park St. N, St. Petersburg. Listen to the music of the folk band Still Friends and enjoy a homemade meal ($8) at one of the most unique historical and scenic sites in Pinellas County. 727.347.0354 sacredlandspreservationandeducation.org Friday, May 17 – Theo’s Inferno 7 pm, $30/$45/$60, Museum of Fine Arts, 255 Beach Drive. NE, St. Petersburg. DJ Gabe Echazabal will spin Theo Wujcik’s favorite punk and new wave tunes, and Ybor City-themed food will be provided, along with an open bar courtesy of Great Bay Distributors. 727.894.4638 mfastpete.org Friday, May 17 – Wear Your Life Jacket to Work Day All day, Free. This annual event is a fun, educational way to heighten life jacket awareness just prior to the of cial launch of National Safe Boating Week. Anyone can join in this fun event. Wear your life jacket to work, snap a picture while at work and share on social media with the hashtags #lifejacket2work and #safeboating. safeboatingcampaign.com Friday, May 17 and Saturday, May 18 – Camp Rock The Musical 7 pm Friday/2 pm Saturday, $10, St. Petersburg City Theatre 4025 31st St. S, St. Petersburg. Two bands battle it out in a rockin’ summer they will never forget. 727.866.1973 spcitytheatre.org Friday, May 17 through Sunday, May 19 – Tampa Bay Boat Show 10 am – 6 pm Friday and Saturday/10 am – 5 pm Sunday, Free, Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 U.S. 301, Tampa. Showcases area boat dealers and manufacturers, the latest in boating and shing supplies and great accessories too. Parking $8. tampabay.com/expos Saturday, May 18 – Art Opening and Fundraiser 6 – 10 pm. Free, Studio Duvoe, 2808 Clinton St. S, Gulfport. Help celebrate the creative genius of these awesome special abilities young people & adults.

When students sell a painting, they receive ½ of the funds with the other half funding future art workshops and openings. All artwork is nicely framed and reasonably priced ($10 – $50).

727.271.5016 facebook.com/gulfportart Saturday, May 18 – Garden Club of St. Petersburg Plant Auction Fundraiser Noon, Free, 500 Sunset Dr. S, St. Petersburg. Live and silent auctions.

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Arts & Leisure St. Petersburg International Community of Astrologers (SPICA) 3rd Thursday monthly 7 – 9 pm Blissful Beginnings, 9365 US Hwy 19 N. Suite B, Pinellas Park 727.347.4737 St. Petersburg Lawn Bowling Club 536 4th Ave. N, St. Petersburg November to April Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9:30 am Free lessons available Oldest formally organized lawn bowling club in Florida 727.424.8906 stpetersburglawnbowling.org St. Petersburg Shuf eboard Club Fridays, 7 – 11 pm, Free.

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727.822.2083 stpeteshuf e.com May 11 – Cocktails on the Courts Suncoast Quilting Circle Wednesdays, 10 am or 3rd Monday 7 pm Pilgrim Congregational Church 6315 Central Ave., St. Petersburg suncoastquiltingcircle.org Swiss Club 2nd Saturday 11:45 am October thru May The Club at Treasure Island 400 Treasure Island Causeway, Treasure Island. 727.367.4511 swissclubstpetersburg.com Tampa Bay Surface Design Guild 2nd Monday, 6:30 – 8:30 pm Good Samaritan Church 6085 Park Blvd., Pinellas Park Coloring, patterning, structuring and transformation of fabric, ber and other materials surfacedesignguild.com The Contemporaries Support group of Members of Museum of Fine Arts. Monthly lectures, gatherings and eld trips supporting contemporary artists of Tampa Bay. $50 yearly membership in addition to MFA Membership. mfastpete.org The Heart of Pinellas Decorative Artists (HPDA) 2nd Saturday except December Faith Community Church, 1501 Walker Ave. N, Seminole. Local chapter of National Society of Decorative Painters. jen.hoffer98@gmail.com 727.687.2403 hpda .com The Treasure Island Historical Society 2nd Monday September through May, 5 pm, 151 107th Ave., Suite 2, Treasure Island facebook.com/ treasureislandFLhistoricalsociety

Treasure Islettes Community Service Organization 4th Monday except June thru August Treasure Island Community Center 727.270.9024 tresurei2@aol.com treasureislettes.weebly.com WordSmitten Writing Workshops 3rd Saturday 1 – 5 pm $15 session Treasure Bay Golf and Tennis Center 10315 Paradise Blvd., Treasure Island Get professional help with your novel, memoir, short story MILITARY | POLITICAL CLUBS Greater Pinellas Democratic Club 2nd Thursday monthly, Banquet Masters, 13355 49th St. N, Clearwater Largest Democratic club on west coast of Florida. Reservations 727.360.3971 or 727.577.6359 greaterpinellasdems.org Military Of cers Association of St. Petersburg 3rd Friday. Pasadena Yacht & Country Club, 6300 Pasadena Point Blvd., Gulfport. Military Of cers that are retired, active duty or former of cers and their spouses or widows invited. RSVP 727.360.2936 moaastpetearea.com Military Of cers Wives Club 2nd Tuesday monthly Oct. to May. Banquet Masters, 13355 49th St. N & Ulmerton, Clearwater RSVP necessary 727.812.4868 Military Order of World Wars (Clearwater Chapter) 1st Tuesday 11:30 am, Belleair Country Club, One Country Club Lane, Belleair. Social, lunch & program. Military Of cers retired, active duty, former of cers, spouses, widows invited. RSVP: LTC George Smith 727.786.5578 National Active & Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) Chapter 259 – Clearwater 727. 643.7395 No meeting July and August National Active & Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) Chapter 1140 4th Monday except June, July, Aug. 11:30 am. Perkins Restaurant, 8841 Park Blvd., Seminole Spouses & guests welcome. narfe.org/chapter1140 St. Petersburg Republican Club 2nd Wednesday 7 pm St. Petersburg Comm. Church, 4501 30th Ave. N, St. Petersburg Gail Hebert 727.526.2492 gailhebert@tampabay.rr.com

ATHLETIC CLUBS Clearwater/St. Petersburg Ski Club 2nd Tuesday 6:30 pm Mike’s Pizza & Deli Station, 13560 49th St., Clearwater. Pinellas County’s only ski club. 727.743.3108 snowsharks.org Mad Dogs Swim Wednesday night swims through summer 6 pm. Hurley Park Shelter, Pass-A-Grille Beach, 1600 Gulf Way, St. Pete Beach. 727.582.1910 stpetemaddogs.org Tampa Bay Beach Bums Beach volleyball for players of all levels tampabaybeachbums.com St. Pete Road Runners Member of Road Runners Club of America. Walkers, joggers, non-competitive & competitive runners.

Monthly meetings, guest speakers, coaching, group runs, Grand Prix Series and social events. sprr.org HEALTH Depression Bipolar Support Every Thursday 7 pm Pasadena Community Church Life Enrichment Building, Classroom 1A 227 70th St. S, St. Petersburg Free, no registration, con dential 727.410.1569 dbsatampabay.org/index.html Jazzercise Exercise Classes Mondays and Wednesdays 5:30 pm Treasure Island City Hall 120 108th Ave., Treasure Island First class is free 727.481.3995 eileen. tnesssimple@gmail.com Memory Café – Gulfport 3rd Monday 12:15 am – 2 pm Neptune Grille, 5501 Shore Blvd. S, Gulfport. Support for those suffering from dementia and their loved ones. RSVP 727.327.0167 sensol@seniorsmile.com or 813.384.7571 catemcarty@gmail.com Memory Café – St. Petersburg 2nd Monday 11 am – 1 pm Carrabba’s St. Pete, 1951 4th St. N, St. Petersburg. Support for those suffering from dementia and their loved ones. RSVP 727.327.0167 sensol@seniorsmile.com or 813.384.7571 catemcarty@gmail.com Ostomy Support Group Last Sunday 2 pm St. Anthony’s Hospital Auditorium, 1200 7th Ave. N, St. Petersburg. Learn all about the life changing procedure.

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St. Anthony’s Hospital Various seminars and support groups 1200 Seventh Ave. N, St. Petersburg 855.269.4777 baycare.org/hospitals/ st-anthonys-hospital May 2 – Stroke Prevention & Treatment 2 – Myasthenia Gravis 6 – Total Joint Replacement 7 – Weight Loss Surgery Information 13 – Total Joint Replacement 14 – Weight Loss Surgery Information 20 – Total Joint Replacement 20 – Stroke Support Group 23 – Weight Loss Surgery Information

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Saturday, May 18 – Hands Across the Sand 10:30 am – noon, Free, 4 Rockaway St., Clearwater. An international coordinated day of action to say YES to clean energy and NO to seismic air gun blasting, offshore/nearshore drilling and lthy fossil fuels. Beach cleanup at 10:30 am followed by joining hands along the shore at 11:45 am. handsacrossthesand.org

Cool ‘N Con dent Toastmasters Mondays 6:30 – 8 pm St. Petersburg College – Gibbs Campus, 6605 5th Ave. N, St. Petersburg RSVP to attend: 850.228.0315 1526154.toastmastersclubs.org

Saturday, May 18 – SeaGrapes Wine & Food 8 – 11 pm, $100/$250, Florida Aquarium, 701 Channelside Drive, Tampa. Enjoy an amazing wine and food experience complete with live entertainment while strolling among 8,000+ animals and plants that call the Aquarium home. 100% of the proceeds support the mission of the Aquarium, including endangered species conservation programs. 813.273.4000 aquarium.org

Downtown St. Pete Toastmasters Thursdays 6:30 – 7:45 pm St. Petersburg College, Room DC125, 244 2nd Ave. N, St. Petersburg Robert 727.417.5777 downtownstpetetoastmasters.com

Saturday, May 18 – Third Saturday Art & Gallery Walk 6 – 10 pm, Free, Beach Blvd., Gulfport. The streets are lined with artisans, entertainment and gourmet goodies. Shops, galleries and restaurants open late. visitgulfport orida.com

Gulfport Toastmasters Wednesdays 6:15 – 7:30 pm Gulfport Library, 5501 28th Ave. S, Gulfport 727.709.2183 gulfporttoastmasters.com

Sunday, May 19 – Tampa Bay Rays Watch Party on the Beach vs New York Yankees 1:05 pm, Free/$10 for parking, RumFish Beach Resort by TradeWinds, 6000 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach. The game will be broadcast on a huge screen directly on the beach. Fun giveaways. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Coolers are not allowed. Bing your own beach chairs, umbrellas and towels. tradewindsresort.com/Rays

St. Petersburg Toastmasters Tuesdays 6:15 – 8:30 pm Hope Lutheran Fellowship Hall, 1801 62nd Ave. N, St. Petersburg stpetetoastmasters.org

Sunday, May 19 – Wendy Wax: “My Ex-Best Friend’s Wedding” Book Talk 4 pm, Free. St. Pete Beach Public Library, 365 73rd Ave., St. Pete Beach.

Meet Wendy Wax and get a copy of her new book. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the St. Pete Beach Library. spblibrary.com

Attic Shoppe 316 Corey Ave., St. Pete Beach Run by St. Albans Church One of longest running thrift shops in St. Pete Beach. 727.360.5647 stalbanstpetebeach.org

Thursday, May 23 – Movies in the Park 10th Anniversary Party 6 – 7 pm, $10, 400 Beach Seafood & Tap House, 400 Beach Dr., St. Petersburg. Join Preserve the ‘Burg for a fun pre-movie in the park birthday party with cake, 10 special prizes (get your prize tickets at the party) and a look back over ten years of May & October movie nights. Birthday cake included in admission. Cash bar. preservetheburg.org Thursday, May 23 – Movies in the Park – La La Land 7 pm, Free, North Straub Park, Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Enjoy an evening in the park with live music followed by a lm classic. Bring your own blanket. preservetheburg.org Friday, May 24 – Movie on the Beach – Grease Sunset, Free, Archibald Memorial Beach Park, 15100 Gulf Blvd, Madeira Beach. Enjoy this rst movie on the beach for the 2019 Madeira Beach Summer Movie Series. Bring your own beach chairs. madeirabeach .gov

THRIFT SHOPS

CASA Thrift Shop 1011 1st Ave. N, St. Petersburg Wednesday Seniors 55+ save 25%.

Monies raised bene t the victims of domestic violence. Donations greatly appreciated. 727.828.1233 casa-stpete.org Creative Thrift Art Store (at Creative Clay) 1846 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg 727.825.0515 creativeclay.org/creative-thrift Pass-A-Grille Beach Community Church Thrift Shop 107 16th Ave. & Pass-A-Grille Way, St. Pete Beach. 727.360.5508 9 am – noon Tue, Wed., Thur., & Sat. Closed June through August

Saturday, May 25 – 26th Annual Corvettes @ The Pier 11 am – 3 pm, Free, North Straub Park, 400 Bayshore Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Over 200 of the most beautiful Corvettes from as many as 3 states. Door prizes, 50/50 drawing, baskets, vendors, food, entertainment. suncoastcorvette.com

Treasures by the Sea Church by the Sea 495 137th Ave., Madeira Beach 727.391.7706 10 am – 2 pm Tuesday & Thursday

Saturday, May 25 – Co-existing with Florida Coyotes 10:30 – 11:30 am, Free, Weedon Island Preserve, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Learn all about these intelligent, adaptive nomads, and their often-bene cial food web role from Sensing Nature’s wildlife biologist Jeanne Murphy. 727.453.6500 weedonislandpreserve.org

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GULFPORT mygulfport.us Gulfport Public Library Events mygulfport.evanced.info/signup/calendar

May 3 – First Friday Art & Gallery Walk 4 – Hippie Dash 2019 11 – Junk in the Trunk 18 – Third Saturday Art & Gallery Walk 30 – Hurricane Preparedness Seminar June 7 – First Friday Art & Gallery Walk 15 – Third Saturday Art & Gallery Walk ST. PETE BEACH SPB Recreation Center 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Pete Beach 727.363.9245 spbrec.com St. Pete Beach Public Library Events spblibrary.com/events May 4 – St. Pete Beach Beer Festival 6 – Lunch & Learn: Lowering Blood Pressure & Cholesterol Naturally 11 – 8th Avenue Block Party 12 – Family Fun Days at the Pool June 8 – Nerf Battle Tournament ST. PETERSBURG stpete.org May 2 – Movies in the Park 3 – First Friday St. Pete 9 – Movies in the Park 11 – Second Saturday ArtWalk 16 – Movies in the Park 17 – St. Pete Taco & Beer Festival 23 – Movies in the Park 10th Anniversary Party 23 – Movies in the Park 25 – Corvettes @ The Pier 30 – Movies in the Park June 7 – First Friday St. Pete 7 – 9 – Ink Mania Tattoo & Art Expo 8 – Second Saturday ArtWalk SPIRITUAL Gulfport Women’s Drum Circle Gulfport Beach west side near the Rec. Center. Dena Lebowitz 727.289.3380 denaleb@gmail.com 4th Friday, Winter 7 pm / Summer 7:30 pm Empowering and healing Sacred Lands 1700 Park St. N, St. Petersburg 727.347.0354 sacredlandspreservationandeducation.org Sunday tours, meditations, special events Soothe Our Souls (S.O.S.) 4737 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach 727.360.7411 sootheoursouls.org Provides complimentary sailing for seriously health-challenged people and their support groups

TOURS Dolphin Landings Charter Boat Center Located behind Dolphin Village 4737 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach 727.360.7411 dolphinlandings.com Sailing, Fishing, Motor Cruising, Sunset Sails, Dolphin Watches

Walking Mural Tours Departing from Florida CraftArt, 501 Central Ave., St. Petersburg Murals and history behind them Saturdays from 10 – 11:30 am 727.821.7391 oridacraftart.org MARKETS

First United Methodist Church 212 Third St. N, St. Petersburg Tour of 10 Tiffany style stained glass windows featuring recreation of Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper.

First Wednesday at 11 am, organ concert at noon. Donations welcome.

727.894.4661 fumcsp.com

TUESDAYS Gulfport’s Tuesday Fresh Market All year 9 am – 3 pm, October thru April 9 am – 2 pm, May thru September Beach Blvd, below 28th Ave. S, Gulfpor Live music.

Second Tuesday Clothing Swap freshmarket@gulfportma.com

Ghost Tour of Downtown St. Petersburg 181 4th Ave. NE, St. Petersburg Every night at 8 pm $20/$12 ages 4 – 12 727.894.4678 ghosttour.net/stpetersburg

SATURDAYS Locals We Love Saturday Market NEW All year 2nd Saturday each month 11 am – 3 pm Sirata Beach Resort & Rum Runners Bar & Grille 5300 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach 727area.com/ orida/st-pete-beach/ events

Paradise Tours and Transportation NEW 90-minute mural tour of St. Petersburg on an air conditioned shuttle bus.

Departs from The Vinoy Resort and Treasure Bay Resort 727.417.8036 tripshock.com Preserve the Burg Historic Walking Tours Free for SPP members $10 non-members 727.824.7802 preservetheburg.org Sacred Lands Preservation and Education 1700 Park St. N, St. Petersburg 727.347.0354 sacredlandspreservationandeducation.org Sundays at 4 pm May 17 – Music and a Meal – Still Friends Shell and Beach Walks John’s Pass Village, 12973 Village Blvd.

Madeira Beach 727.313.6335 shellandbeachwalks.com 90-minute walking eco-tour Shell Key Shuttle & Sunset Cruises 801 Pass-A-Grille Way, Merry Pier 727.360.1348 shellkeyshuttle.com Dog friendly cruises on special dates.

St. Pete Beach Drive Dine & Wine Tour 501 5th Ave NE, St. Petersburg Every Tuesday through June 4 3-hour walking food & wine tour tampabayfoodtours.com StarLite Dining Yachts Clearwater and St. Pete Beach 727.462.2628 starlitecruises.com Afternoon & evening cruises, dining & dancing, entertainment, full bar, sightseeing.

Saturday Morning Market Closed for September only 9 am – 2 pm, October thru May Al Lang Stadium parking lot, corner of 1st Ave. S & 1st St., St. Petersburg 9 am – 1 pm, June thru August Williams Park, 1st Ave. N & 3rd St., St. Petersburg 727.455.4921 saturdaymorningmarket.com SUNDAYS Corey Avenue Sunday Market October thru May 10 am – 2 pm Live music, Shops open, Free parking, 74th Ave., St. Pete Beach 727.498.8778 coreyAve.com WEEKEND MARKETS Suntan Art Mart All Year 9 am – 4 pm Saturday & Sunday, January to May – Friday, Saturday & Sunday Next to Paradise Grille, 900 Gulf Way, Pass-A-Grille Beach 727.367.3818 suntanart.org OTHER MARKETS 1st Friday Flea Market September thru May 9 am – noon Gulfport Multipurpose Sr. Ctr., 5501 27th Ave. S, Gulfport 727. 893.2237 1st Saturday St. Pete Indie Market All Year 11 am – 4 pm, October thru May Green Bench Brewing Co., 1133 Baum Ave., St. Petersburg 10 am – 2 pm, June thru September NOVA 535, 535 Dr. M.L. King Jr St. N, St. Petersburg stpeteindiemarket.com Brocante Vintage Market All Year 1st weekend each month 9 am – 7 pm Sat/9 am – 5 pm Sun 2200 2nd Ave. S, St. Petersburg brocantemarket.com ParadiseNewsFL.com |

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Events Saturday, May 25 – SRQ Margarita Festival 2 – 10 pm, $20/$40/$100,Van Wezel, 777 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Features 12+ types of margaritas, great bands, food trucks, games, and a reworks show to end the night. srqmargaritafest.com Saturday, May 25 – Tampa Bay Margarita Festival Noon – 11 pm Saturday/11 am – 9 pm Sunday, $20 – $1200, Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park, 1001 North Blvd., Tampa. Enjoy live music, tons of margaritas, games, shopping, great food options, and end the night with a bang with the largest reworks show in the area. Must be 21 to attend. tampamargaritafest.com Tuesday, May 28 – A Gershwin Tribute: Strike Up the Piano!

1:30 – 3:30 pm, $10 Members/$$25 Non-members, Eckerd College CEC-Pelican, 4200 54th Ave S, St. Petersburg. Joy Katzen-Guthrie shares songs and stories – at the piano – of the legendary team of George and Ira Gershwin. eckerd.edu/olli Thursday, May 30 – Hurricane Preparedness Seminar 7 pm, Free, Catherine Hickman Theater, 5501 27th Ave. S, Gulfport. Get prepared for this hurricane season. Meet local organizations and businesses that can assist before, during and after a storm. Hurricane-related vendors.

Pizza/drink special. 727.893.1118 Thursday, May 30 – Movies in the Park – The Lorax 7 pm, Free, North Straub Park, Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Enjoy an evening in the park with live music followed by a lm classic. Bring your own blanket. preservetheburg.org Friday, May 31 and Saturday, June 1 – Tampa Bay Watch Tarpon Rodeo Various times, venues and registration fees. An all catch-and-release half-day tournament on Tampa Bay. The exciting post-tournament Castaway Soirée includes a silent auction, live auction, vendors and great food and drinks. Bene ts Tampa Bay Watch restoration projects and education programs. tampabaywatch.org/tarpon-rodeo.html Saturday, June 1 – TIGLFF: The Evolution of Drag: Drag Through the Decades 8 pm, $30/$45, The Palladium, 253 5th Ave. N, St. Petersburg. A unique mix of comedy, history lesson and dazzling drag display, the show takes audiences on an exhilarating voyage of Drag through time. 727.822.3590 mypalladium.org Saturday, June 1 and Sunday, June 2 – St. Pete Beach Corey Area Craft Festival 10 am – 4 pm, Free, 595 Corey Ave., St. Pete Beach. The nation’s best crafters will display their handmade pottery, jewelry, paintings, and so much more. This open-air craft festival also includes a Green Market featuring exotic live plants, handmade soaps, savory dips, and gourmet sauces. artfestival.com/festivals/st-pete-beach-corey-area-craft-festival-june Saturday, June 1 and Sunday, June 2 – Madeira Beach Open Water Weekend Varied times and fees, Archibald Memorial Park, 15100 Gulf Blvd, St. Petersburg. Includes Youth Dash & Splash for ages 6 – 15, Open Water Swim with a ½-mile or 1-mile course, and a 3.5 Aquathon – swim ¼ mile, run 2 miles, swim ¼ mile, run 1 mile. Post-race beach party. madeirabeach .gov Friday, June 7– First Friday St. Pete 5:30 – 10 pm, Free, Central Ave., between 2nd & 3rd Streets, St. Petersburg.

Monthly street party with music, food and beverages for purchase. Proceeds bene t Breakfast Optimists Club. rstfridaystpete.com

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Arts & Leisure VOLUNTEER

YOGA

AARP Various volunteer opportunities aarp.org/giving-back

Beach Yoga Pinellas Various locations 727.222.6476 beachyogapinellas.com info@beachyogapinellas.com Year round resident discount packages

Daystar Life Center 226 6th St. S, St. Petersburg Variety of volunteer positions available to help alleviate hunger and homelessness in Pinellas County. Information sessions held the third Tuesday of every month at 1:30pm 727.498.8794 daystarlife.com/word Empath Health / Suncoast Hospice Locations throughout Pinellas County Various positions. Training provided Ages 14+ years. 727.523.3440 empathhealth.org Friends of Strays 2911 47th Ave. N, St. Petersburg Non-pro t, no kill shelter volunteers@friendsofstrays.org 727.522.6566 ext 107 friendsofstrays.com/home Marine Exploration Center 250 8th Ave. SE, St. Petersburg Looking for volunteers who are passionate about the marine environment 727.803.9799 ext 201 mecstpete.org RCS of Pinellas County Positions needed at Food Bank, Haven of RCS, Grace House, Thrift Store.

Helping families of hunger, homelessness and domestic violence.

45-minute orientation required. christi.snyder@rcspinellas.org 727.584.3528 ext 407 rcspinellas.org State of Florida Guardian ad Litem Program Sixth Judicial Circuit Court of FL, 14250 49th St. N, Suite 4000, Clearwater Help abused, abandoned and neglected children 727.464.6528 guardianadlitem.org St. Petersburg Free Clinic 863 3rd Ave. N, St Petersburg To schedule new volunteer orientation: volunteers@stpetersburgfreeclinic.org 727.821.1200 ext 114 stpetersburgfreeclinic.org Tampa Bay Watch 3000 Pinellas Bayway S, Tierra Verde rarndt@tampabaywatch.org 727.867.8166 ext 233 tampabaywatch.org

City of South Pasadena Free Yoga Classes Hibiscus Hall 7047 Sunset Dr. S, South Pasadena Thursdays 9:15 am Chair Yoga Thursdays 10:30 am Gentle Flow Yoga Gulfport Senior Center Yoga Gulfport Casino, 5500 Shore Blvd. S, Gulfport Brought to you by Gulfport Senior Center, Foundation 727.893.5657 gulfportseniorfoundation.org Wednesdays at 11 am Healthy St. Pete’s Free Yoga in the Park Crescent Lake Park 1320 5th St. N, St. Petersburg 1st Saturday of each month at 9 am through May 4 727.892.5994 healthystpete .com Laughing Yoga Scout Hall 5315 28th Ave. S, Gulfport Wednesdays at 3:30 pm Madeira Beach Recreation Center 200 Rex Place, Madeira Beach 727.401.7380 madeirabeachyoga.com Restorative, Yin Yoga, Senior Stretch & Renew, Mid-day, Slow Flow Madeira Beach Yoga Archibald Park, 15100 Gulf Blvd., Madeira Beach 727.401.7380 madeirabeachyoga.com Yoga on the Beach Nava Yoga Studio 5901 Sun Blvd. W, Suite 120, St. Petersburg 727.592.1999 navayogastudio.com Perfect Circle Yoga & Fitness 7440 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach 727.504.2327 perfectcircleyoga.com Bikram Yoga, Hot Yoga, CaliYoga, Personal Training Salty Souls Yoga 7925 38th Ave. N #3 St. Petersburg 727.459.9178 saltysoulsyoga.com Yoga sculpt, hot yoga, gentle restorative

Silver Sneakers Yoga Community Center, 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Pete Beach 727.363.9245 spbrec.com Fridays at 11 am St. Petersburg Yoga 2842 MLK St. N, St. Petersburg 727.894.9642 stpetersburgyoga.com info@stpetersburgyoga.com St. Pete Beach Yoga 727.686.0123 stpetebeachyoga@gmail.com On demand beach yoga Private or group sessions Sunken Gardens 1825 Fourth St. N, St. Petersburg 727.892.5715 sunkengardens.org Awaken Yoga & Meditation – Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday Suntan Arts Center 3300 Pass-A-Grille Way, St. Pete Beach 727.367.3818 suntanart.org Celebrating 50+ Years Morning Yoga and Ashtanga Yoga The Green Shaman 5418 Gulfport Blvd. S, Gulfport 727.914.3410 thegreenshaman.com Tuesday: Hatha Flow, Spirit Flow Wednesday: Transformational 1st & 3rd Friday: Shamanic The Longhouse 2309 49th Street S, Gulfport 727.322.5766 longhouse.info All levels of skill and techniques Tree of Life Yoga 6800 Gulf Blvd., Ste. 205, South Pasadena Shopping Ctr., 727.514.3057 treeo ifeyoga.org Yoga, Meditation, Barre, Ayurveda, Yoga Teacher Training Yoga at The Dali The Dali Museum, One Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg 727.823.3767 thedali.org Vinyasa yoga, Sundays at 10:30 am Yoga at Sundial Sundial St Pete 153 2nd Ave N., St Petersburg 727.800.3201 sundialstpete.com Free. Energizing morning yoga class in the Sundial courtyard. Every third Saturday at 9am

Sacred Lands

“Music & A Meal” Night Friday, May 17th Sacred Lands “Music and a Meal” night is Friday, May 17, 2019. 7 pm admission: $15 Former members of Steve Blackwell & Friends, Southwest Florida’s “STILL FRIENDS” will perform original music with their unique and memorable delivery. Combining strong song writing with elements of folk, rock, bluegrass, jazz and soul music; they perform throughout Florida (Carrie BlackwellHussey– vocals & percussion, Japhy Blackwell – saxophone, Evan Walsh – bass, Andy Leach - lead guitar & mandolin, and Tiffiny Coffey with vocals & guitar.) Dancing is encouraged !!

Check out Still Friends Music at: www.musicbystillfriends.com

So come enjoy their live music and a homemade meal (optional $8) at one of the most unique historical and scenic sites in our county.

It is a huge greenhouse and waterfront botanical garden with rich Native American history and a home to approximately 100 live peacocks.

- Editor’s note – We were there for the March concert on Sat. Night of St. Patty’s weekend, when Guinness played. Was a magical night.

They let you bring in your favorite beverages, and they generally offer coffees and teas, and sometimes delicious deserts at bake sale prices.

Proceeds supports their historic work.

Tours of the property and the neighborhood are offered by Sacred Lands, which has a variety of Florida native fauna and wildlife.

Located in the historic section of St. Petersburg called “Jungle Prada”.

The streets of this neighborhood were paved by hand using Augusta bricks. The sites sits on Boca Ciega Bay and from our docks you can spot a variety of birds and marine life like the Dolphins and manatees.

We have the Greenhouse Auditorium and museum as well as our famous Indian Mound.

We give guided tours every Sunday at 4 PM on a variety of subjects. Hear about Spanish explorers, contemporary indigenous spiritual practices, fragrant and edible plants, salt water’s effect on environmental habitat, lives of peacocks etc.. They also offer private tours for groups, clubs, and organizations. Historian-led guided tours of the Anderson /Narvaez archaeological site are provided Wednesday through Sunday 11:30am & 2:30pm.

These are conducted by Discover Florida, LLC - (727) 430-2677 - $10 adults, $4 kids Parking - enter via 1700 Park Street N. St. Pete 33710 at Elbow Lane, (sign on corner for JP Tavern restaurant) For info call 727-367-3592 or go to www.sacredlandspreservationandeducation.org Reservations can be purchased early online at the bottom of the home page.

EVENTS

Saturday, June 8 – Composting 101 & Ten Easy Steps to a Florida-Friendly Landscape 9:30 am–noon, Free, Florida Botanical Gardens, 12520 Ulmerton Rd., Largo. Presented by Florida-Friendly Landscaping Experts from UF/IFAS Extension Pinellas County.

727.582.2100 flbg.org

Saturday, June 8 – Nerf Battle Tournament 8 am–noon, $20 Team, Horan Park, 7701 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Pete Beach.

Prizes will be awarded to top 3 teams.

This event for people ages 12 – 18. Afterwards stay and play capture the flag style matches and open play! Register by June 1. 727.363.9245 spbrec.com Saturday, June 8 – Second Saturday ArtWalk 5–9 pm, Free, including trolley. Art districts throughout the city of St. Petersburg. An evening of art, opening receptions and galleries galore.

Free trolley offers transport between the different districts. stpeteartsalliance.org/artwalk Sat., June 8 & Sun., June 9 – Crafty Fest 11 am – 5 pm, Free, ArtPool Galleries, 2030 Central Ave., St. Petersburg.

This market with an artsy slant includes local arts, Etsy crafters, vintage and retro goods, jewelry and plants. artpoolrules.com

Sunday, June 9 – Tampa Bay Rays Watch Party vs Boston Red Sox 1:05 pm, Free/$10 to park, RumFish Beach Resort by TradeWinds, 6000 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach. The game will be broadcast on a huge screen directly on the beach.

Fun giveaways. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Coolers are not allowed.

Bring your own beach chairs, umbrellas and towels. www.Tradewindsresort.com/Rays

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ENVIRONMENTAL “We are working closely with Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation (FWC) and NOAA National Marine Fisheries Service to rescue as many corals as possible, to serve as the parents for future generations of corals once the disease has passed.”

Florida Aquarium replenishing Keys coral

Biologists and divers from The Florida Aquarium are releasing more than 3,000 staghorn coral offspring into the waters of the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. The effort is in response to the multi-year outbreak of Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease.

Staghorn coral doesn’t suffer from the illness, but the techniques used at The Florida Aquarium to raise young corals from eggs and sperm will be applied in the future to species that are heavily affected by the disease.

“Using corals that were rescued before the disease hit as the parents, we will be able to create a supportive breeding program for diseaseaffected species where thousands of corals can be produced and re-introduced to the Florida Reef Tract when the time is right,” said Keri O’Neil, senior coral scientist for The Florida Aquarium.

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Tampa Bay Watch Seeks Summer Camp Interns

Estuary EDventures program is seeking college interns to help out during summer camp programs for local kids 6-15. Estuary EDventures Summer Camp offers weekly, fun-filled, hands-on learning adventures focused on marine ecology. Activities include boating and snorkeling trips, kayaking, species collection, science labs, and marinethemed games and activities.

Interns assist in the operation, facilitation, and participation in the day-to-day summer camp activities and aquarium maintenance.

For more information and to apply click to http://www.tampabaywatch.org/internships.html.

Help Tampa Bay Watch protect what’s below the water’s surface

Every day, thanks to an inspiring network of volunteers, members, corporate partners,

students and beyond, Tampa Bay Watch is making significant strides toward building a better bay.

In 2018 the nonprofit installed 12,602 square feet of oyster shell bar, retrieved 7,739 pounds of debris, and planted 11,760 native plants.

Gifts to Tampa Bay Watch’s Restoration Campaign make more programs like this possible. For more information visit https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/TampaBay Watch/restoration2019.html

Tampa Bay Watch’s Castaway Soirée ain’t no Gilligan’s Island picnic

Winners of the Tarpon Rodeo on May 31 will be announced at the Castaway Soirée on June 1 at Tradewinds Island Resort Pavilion, 5500 Gulf Blvd in St. Pete Beach.

Tickets for the Soirée are now available and participation is easier than ever. With the help of GiveSmart, attendees can check-in early, add guests to their table, and preview the auction as it develops. Tampa Bay Watch members get $10 off individual tickets. Contact Michelle Andersen at mandersen@tampabaywatch.org for your membership discount code. Last year’s tournament and soirée, which raised over $85,000, was sold out so visit https://e.givesmart.com/events/cC6 to secure your tickets now.

RECREATION

Nerf Battle Tournament

Battle friends and foes in the St. Pete Beach Recreation Department’s Nerf Battle Tournament on June 8th in Horan Park.

Battles will be double elimination 4 vs 4 team death match style.

Each team must have two team members under the age of 16, the other two team members can be any age. Each round will be a best of 3 to advance, and losers will have the opportunity to advance thru loser’s bracket. Prizes will be awarded to top 3 teams.

Cost is $20 per team with pre-registration required. For registration and general information visit www.spbrec.com or call 727-363-9245.

Splash & Dash Youth Biathlon

Join the St. Pete Beach Recreation Department’s Inaugural SPLASH & DASH youth biathlon on June 22nd!

Kids ages 6-15 are encouraged to join; all racers will receive a free swim cap and goody bag.

Sign up today and join us for a fun, fit and active day on St. Pete Beach!

All participants must be able to swim independently.

Pre-registration is required and the cost is $15 per child.

For more information visit www.spbrec.com or call 727-363-9245.

Lego Robotics Camp

Looking to learn and build fun new skills this summer? Look no further than our Lego Robotics Specialty Camp this summer at the St. Pete Beach Recreation Department! Students will form Lego-Robotics teams to learn programming, design and building of robots! Each day teams will complete missions in exciting robotics completions.

Sessions are $80.00 per child and the session dates are: June 3-7, June 17-21, July 8-12 and July 15-19.

For more information visit www.spbrec.com or www.spbrobotics.wixsite.com/education or call us at 727-363-9245.

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PET HEALTH

Dr. Scot Trefz D.V.M.

DR. SCOT TREFz D.V.M, MEDICAL DIRECTOR & OWNER BAY MOORINGS ANIMAL HOSPITAL | 727 867 0118 3695 50th Ave. S. St. Petersburg 33711 | www.baymooringsanimalhospital.com facebook.com/baymooringsanimal hospitaldrtrefz

SAYING GOODBYE TO YOUR PET

If your pet is very sick or so injured that normal health will not return, perhaps the kindest thing you can do for your pet is help induce its death quietly and humanely through euthanasia. To have your pet euthanized is a serious decision, which is seldom easy to make. The grieving process includes accepting the reality of your loss, accepting the loss and accompanying feelings are painful & adjusting to a life that no longer includes your pet.

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Is Euthanasia painless?

It is almost always done by injection of a death-inducing drug.

Your veterinarian may administer a tranquilizer first to relax your pet.

Following the injection, your pet will go into a quiet and irreversible deep unconsciousness. Death will come quickly and painlessly.

After your pet has passed, it is natural and normal to feel grief and sorrow. There are many signs of grief, but not everyone experiences them all, or not in the same order. Your initial reaction may be to deny your pet is sick or injured.

Anger may follow denial.

This anger can be directed toward people you normally love and respect, including your family and veterinarian. People often say things that they do not really mean, perhaps hurting those whom they do not mean to hurt. You may blame yourself or others for not recognizing the illness earlier or for being careless and allowing the pet to be injured.

You also may feel guilt and depression. This is when you usually feel the greatest sense of loss.

The tears flow, there are knots in your stomach, and you are drained of all your energy. Day-to-day tasks can seem impossible.

Sometimes you may even ask yourself if you can go on without your pet. The answer is yes, but there are times when special assistance may be helpful such as a grief counselor, clergyman, social worker, physician, or psychologist.

Talking about your loss will often help. Eventually, any feelings of anger, denial, guilt, and depression will be replaced with fond memories. Grieving is a

personal process.

Some people take longer than others. If you or a family member has great difficulty in accepting your pet’s death and cannot resolve feelings of grief & sorrow, you may want to discuss those feelings with a person who is trained to understand the grieving process such as a grief counselor, clergyman, social worker, physician, or psychologist.

Your veterinarian certainly understands the loving relationship you have lost and may be able to direct you to community resources, such as a pet loss support group or hot line.

Should I get another pet?

Some people may feel they would never want another pet. A new pet may help others get over the loss more quickly. Just as grief is a personal experience, the decision of when, if ever, to bring a new pet into your home is also a personal one. If a family member is having difficulty accepting the pet’s death, bringing a new pet into the home before that individual has resolved his or her grief may imply that the life of the deceased pet was unworthy of the grief that is still being felt.

Family members should come to an agreement on the appropriate time to acquire a new pet. Although you can never replace the pet you lost you can get another one to share your life.

Remembering your pet.

Life span in pets is briefer than in people. Death is part of the life cycle for all creatures. Trying to recall the good times you spent with your pet, you can realize your pet was worthy of your grief.

You may also wish to establish a memorial of some type, like planting a tree or special flowers in a garden, creating a scrapbook or photo album, or making a charitable donation.

BOATING SAFETY Water Safety Certification Course

Become an American Red Cross Certified WSI in just 5 days! This course will prepare you to become an American Red Cross certified swim instructor. This is a blended learning course, combining online study and in class/pool work. Your certification will be valid for 2 years.

Participants must be at least 16 years or older.

More information contact the St. Pete Beach Aquatic Center at 727-363-9245 of visit our website www.spbrec.com.

Vessel Recovery

Vessel Recovery services will typically be billed on a time and material (T&M) basis or under a flat fee structure. Many of the same methods and equipment will be employed during the vessel recovery as would be in a salvage situation. Great care is taken to protect lives, property and the environment.

Besides the host of typical on-water assistance services Sea Tow provides, Sea Tow franchisees offer a host of other services for your vessel recovery needs.

They can help whether your vessel has blown off its mooring, sank at the dock or ran aground high and dry.

Sea Tow Franchisees maintain special equipment and training that enables them to efficiently recover your vessel while preventing any further damage, therefore preserving the value of your vessel and hopefully limiting the repairs, which will get you back on the water quicker.

A Sea Tow Salvage and Recovery “toolbox” includes a variety of gas and electric pumps, enclosed flotation pillows (airbags), air compressors, divers and diver gear, rigging straps and other miscellaneous rigging equipment, trucks, trailers, patching material and pneumatic tools for use underwater.

To protect the environment they employ oil absorbent materials and an oil containment boom.

Sea Tow operators also maintain relationships with subcontractors for most any other equipment that may be needed, not to mention local marinas that can provide vessel haul-outs and repairs.

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by Peter A.Roos May is Boating Safety Month Please exercise the same caution on the water as you would on a motorcycle. Pinellas County is home to more licensed watercraft than any other community its size in the world. With our weather, our geography and our place in boating history, it makes sense that would be the case.

Florida law requires drivers be licensed before they can drive.

You wouldn’t think of leaving your driveway without having enough instruction that you feel completely comfortable in control of a car.

Recent mishaps in Tampa Bay show that even very experienced captains operating top quality equipment in an area they know well can have accidents.

Those mishaps can have tragic, even deadly consequences.

Paradise NEWS takes seriously its responsibility to encourage boating safety. We have been encouraging readers to take a boating safety course before setting foot in a boat, even for experienced boaters who have relocated here.

We accept and publish articles provided by the US Coast Guard and The St. Petersburg Sail And Power Squadron about boating safety and encourage fishermen to fish with a charter captain until they are totally comfortable on their own.

Paradise NEWS has also been proud to help promote SEATOW – Tampa Bay over the past couple of years. We know what a comfort it

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is to boaters when the inevitable happens. In these days of Ethanol in the gas, it is only a matter of time before something gets gunked up and the engine won’t start.

Consider this review from the Sea Tow Website.

“Yesterday morning, I went fishing and I promised my wife I would be back by noon to attend a function.

The trip was uneventful until we were finished at our last spot and the engine would not turn over.

I called Sea Tow and Captain Dave talked me through a couple of quick troubleshooting steps and when that proved fruitless, said he would be underway shortly.

My location wasn’t very far, but nonetheless- he arrived very quickly. I believe he was on site by 11:05. He was very professional with an easy-going and amicable personality. The tow went perfectly and quickly. Once he got me back into my slip at the marina - he even took a few extra minutes to help me diagnose my issue (a neutral safety switch that needed adjustment). ...

I get the safety and convenience of towing when I need it, quick and courteous service with a smile AND a Captain that took the extra time to help me diagnose the problem with my boat?

Yes, please! I’ll never be without my Sea Tow membership again.”

- Scott Kinnebrew”

FISHING

By Captain Mark & Dylan Hubbard HubbardsMarina.com at John’s Pass (727) 393-1947

“If you’re too busy to go fishing, you’re just too darn busy!” – Capt Wilson Hubbard

INSHORE - Daniel Peterson, a young angler from Wisconsin was fishing for sheepshead on our dock with cut clam pieces and was catching some nice ‘sheeps’ and the occasional Spadefish. Then he started landing large black mullet one after another for a solid thirty minutes.

Normally you cannot catch mullet on hook and line unless you fool them with a small gold hook and a ball of bread, so seeing him catch mullet on a 2ot hook with clams for bait was wild! The white bait was super thick inside and at the mouth of the pass making the mackerel, ladyfish and jack crevalle really excited.

Free-lining live greenbacks and live shrimp were working well too.

A casting spoon or gotcha plug is a great artificial choice for these species to bend the rod and have some fun soaking a line. Pompano have slacked off a bit due to the recent storms. Flounder are picking up on live shrimp or slow moving DOA artificial shrimp along the sandy drop offs that run parallel with the Johns Pass jetties. While the water is muddy the targeted species should be the sheepshead or black drum. For black drum, like live shrimp or crab for bait. The sheepshead have been loving the fiddler crabs, cut clams, or the pieces of shrimp right next to the structure of Johns Pass.

NEAR SHORE - We are still getting hogfish in 30-70 foot of water. Lately 40 - 50ft has been the best depth.

We did very well using a bunch of shrimp, 20-30lb fluorocarbon leader, and 4ot hooks with a 3/4oz knocker rig set up on their spinning rods with 20lb braid and a 4000-5000 series spinning reel. They also caught lots of Lane Snapper, a few nice Mangrove snapper and then tons of the grey snapper, porgies and a few sea bass too. Kingfish and mackerel hit on the trolling rods and flat lines on the way out and back.

Kings have loved the Rapala xrap trolling plus size 30 especially the red head with the white bodies and the green 6” trolling spoons behind a #1 or #2 planner. While flat line fishing we love the live blue runners or live sardines we are catching with a sabiki rig. You can really dial in on the kingfish by finding some of the bait schools staying near shore and working them with the trolling lures or anchoring up on a near shore wreck chumming up the bait and fish to the boat with flat lines or live baits out the back of the boat into the current or wind.

OFFSHORE – Scamp, grouper and red grouper bite was insane ahead of the big cold front. The full moon probably contributed too.

A few tuna, scamp and some nice mangrove snapper, joined tons of red grouper and yellow eye snapper. Red grouper and scamp seem to be biting best around 170-200 foot of water and mangroves deeper than 130ft.

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ST. PETE BEACH LIBRARY Celebrating 50 years at 365 73rd Ave., SPB, 363-9238 Monday/Wednesday 10-8 Tuesday/Thursday/Friday 10-6 Saturday 10-2 Sunday closed Administrator: Betcinda Kettells Website! SPBLibrary.com Like us on Facebook! facebook.com/SPBLibrary Closed: Memorial Day Monday, May 27

TECH TUESDAYS 3 PM May 7, 14, 21, 28 June 4, 11, 18, 25 Bring us your technology questions and we will be glad to help!

ADULT PROGRAMS James Wright Book Talk Join us for the release of James Wright’s newest book, A Florida State of Mind: An Unnatural History of Our Weirdest State.

Wednesday, May 1, 6 pm Blind Pass Rd. Construction Project Public Meeting Wednesdays at 3:30 pm May 8 & June 12 Play Jeopardy!

Thursday, May 9, 11 am Thursday, June 20, 11 am Guardian Ad Litem Learn how to become a Guardian ad Litem – volunteers who advocate for abused & neglected children in court and the child welfare system.

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65th Anniversary of Brown vs Board of Education Friday, May 17, 4 pm Expansion & Slavery Covers terms of presidents Taylor, Fillmore, & Pierce Thursday, May 23, 4 pm [TBA], Thursday, June 27, 4 pm Wendy Wax Book Talk Join us for the release of My Ex-Best Friend’s Wedding.

Sunday, May 19, 4 pm Broadway Sing-Along Sing along to favorite Broadway songs with flutist Christiane Vinet.

Wednesday, May 22, 6 pm Memorial Day Monday, May 27: Library is closed.

Music Appreciation Series Famous Operas Songs & Stories, Part 2 Wednesday, May 29, 11 am

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Wednesday, May 8, 5 pm Family Movie Night Mondays, 5:30 pm May 20, Lego Movie Part 2: The Second Part June 17, [TBA] DoDads Lab Outer Space Science Come learn about the solar system, space travel, gravity, and more, presented with experiments, music, and laughter!

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GULF BEACHES PUBLIC LIBRARY 200 Municipal Dr., Madeira Beach, 33708 Vincent Gadrix, MLIS, MBA, Director 727.391.2828 gulfbeacheslibrary@icloud.com Closed: Monday, May 27 – Memorial Day Author Talk: Saturday, April 13. 12 pm – 2 pm.

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Ask questions about any of your problem devices.

Writer’s Group: Mondays, May 6, 13, & 20; June 3, 10, 17 & 24. 10 am -12 pm.

All writers are welcome. Bring a few pages of your current work in progress to share with the group.

International Films: Tuesdays, May 7, 21 & 28; June 4, 18 & 25. 4 pm.

Adult Art Classes: Tuesdays, May 14 & June 11.

5 pm – 7:30 pm.

Wednesday Movies: Wednesdays, May 8, 15, 22 & 29; June 5, 12, 19 & 26. 2:30 pm.

Popular films, new & old favorites.

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Investment Club: Thursdays, May 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30; June 6, 13, 20 & 27. 2:30 – 4 pm.

Join a group of experienced investors in an exchange of ideas about the current market and investment opportunities.

Mah Jong: Thursdays, May 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30; June 6, 13, 20 & 27. 12 – 2 pm.

GB Scrabble: Fridays, May 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31; June 7, 14, 21 & 28. 1 pm – 4 pm.

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Tampa Bay Scrabble Club: Saturdays, May 4 & 18; June 8 & 22. 11 am – 4 pm.

NASPA sanctioned club (#699).

Bring your boards, clocks, tiles and tracking sheets as available.

Lunch, snacks & drinks welcome.

Library Lending Machine: Available at 10315 Paradise Blvd, Treasure Island FL 33706.

Book Groups: Chatterbooks: Tuesdays, May 21 – The Age of Innocence by Edith Wharton; June 18 – Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston. 10:30 am.

Children’s Programs: Baby & Me storytime: Wednesdays, May 1, 8, 15 & 22; June 19 & 26. 10:30 am.

Pre-K storytime: Fridays, May 3, 10, 17 & 24; June 14, 21 & 28. 10:30 am.

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by Sarah Lyons - Sirius Systems Astrological Services ǯ ¢ ǯ ȱȊȱŝŘŝǯřŚŝǯŚŝřŝ “Get Sirius about Your Future”

May 2019 Astrology Forecast

Sensual May is underway as the Sun slowly glides along in the fertile sign of Taurus. When the Moon joins the Sun on the 4th, the New Lunar cycle begins, with a fresh, creative feeling just right for spring!

Even fast moving Mercury slows down on the 6th; thoughts become a bit practical and we work at our own rate of speed. Love planet Venus isn’t far behind as she enters Taurus on the 15th, lending stability and loyalty to relationships and asking us to indulge our senses for a while.

The very same day action planet Mars moves on to the home loving, hypersensitive sign of Cancer directing our energy domestically; watch for moodiness and frustrations. These two love planets will be travelling in harmony

all month; bringing star crossed lovers together as only Venus and Mars can!

The Full Flower Moon in passionate Scorpio occurs on the 18th; bringing the lunar cycle, and our emotions to a peak. It reveals what has been

just beneath

underlying the surface in order for transformation to occur.

Strong bonds and life structures endure but weak ones rarely continue with Scorpio’s extremely powerful

influences. The next two weeks will give us time to make any adjustments and follow through with both awareness and motivation. A few days later on the 21st the vibrant, expressive Sun visits playful, clever Gemini!

This is a restless

time as we crave variety and constant change!

Mercury, visits Gemini on the same day, joining the Sun and keeping us logical and versatile with our thoughts and communication!

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TAURUS: A busy May as your new year gets underway! Allow the change get creative! Mid month you gain favor, look into earnings and speak your mind!

Partner’s are in the spotlight; changes made will be pleasing to you!

SAGITTARIUS: The workplace is active and unpredictable with a new influence. Your mind is on fun and romance then goes to duties and work later. Health can have breakthroughs; get away for some recuperation;

rest.

GEMINI: Dynamic action fills your days! Social, personal time is balanced.

Inner world reveals; breakthroughs occur. Income gets focus mid month.

Health plan is transformed with new understanding. Workplace is active.

CAPRICORN: Love and romance start new and fast and enjoyable all month; Work gets your energy take a chance! until mid month; then fun! Spotlight on groups, friends and social life as many changes take place.

CANCER: A new interest in unique social activities as the month begins.

You have favor with superiors; at work.

Accent falls on fun, romance and creative time as you become energized mid month.

Popularity continues!

AQUARIUS: Homelife and family bring much activity; new paths and becomes quite pleasant. Action starts out in recreation areas but turns to work mid month. Career or position are on center stage now;

transforming.

LEO: Career and position bring many and sudden new options. Energy goes from social time into private life and health matters. Focus falls on home projects and family time mid month.

You easily attract support now.

VIRGO: Travel is on your mind and can be spiritually enlightening and educational as well as fun! Career is active until mid month, then social time gets attention. Conversations are deep; meaningful. Open mind.

PISCES: Daily life is not stop busy and unpredictable. Short trips and conversations are many. Attention at home gives way to Travel and fun mid month.

education and beliefs are highlighted; expand your horizons.

ARIES: You are everyone’s favorite until mid month, so enjoy the attention!

New income ops and different plans for finances begin now: ideas come fast!

Later on let go where needed; expenses, ideas. Home projects work.

LIBRA: A new financial plan comes and resources become enhanced.

Partner is agreeable; pleasant. You are restless and welcome travel. Focus is on values; income and talents. Health is still delicate.Home brings duties.

SCORPIO: A new path in relationships begins with many unique options.

Communication is good; partner is pleasing. Resources may be used now.

You are in the spotlight;

express yourself

and let go to reinvent

you! a new

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