Indian Shores and Redington Beaches Christmas Boat Parade
Pinellas
2007-12-16
Begins 5:45 p.m. Sun. at Tom Stuart Causeway, north through Intracoastal Waterway to the Pub in Indian Shores (arriving 9 p.m.). Public viewing at DelBello Park, 17925 Gulf Blvd; Pinellas County Boat Launch at Park Boulevard; and Estelle Harper Park behind Indian Shores Town Hall, 19305 Gulf Blvd., with holiday music at 7:30. (727) 397-5538 or (727) 595-4020.
Saturday, December 15, 2007
Heritage Village Trees and Traditions
Heritage Village Trees and Traditions
Heritage Village
Pinellas
2007-12-16
Multicultural holiday event featuring dance and music performances by SPIFFS member groups, trees decorated in global themes and Hanukkah and Kwanzaa displays. Also buildings decorated, house tours. Decorations on display through December. 1-4 p.m. Sat. Heritage Village, 11909 125th St. N, Largo. Free. (727) 582-2123; www.pinellascounty.org/heritage
Heritage Village
Pinellas
2007-12-16
Multicultural holiday event featuring dance and music performances by SPIFFS member groups, trees decorated in global themes and Hanukkah and Kwanzaa displays. Also buildings decorated, house tours. Decorations on display through December. 1-4 p.m. Sat. Heritage Village, 11909 125th St. N, Largo. Free. (727) 582-2123; www.pinellascounty.org/heritage
Winter Wonderland
Winter Wonderland
Pinellas
2007-12-15
With entertainment, petting zoo, pony rides, pictures with Santa, cookie decorating with Mrs. Claus, hot chocolate shop, more. Charity drive for the Homeless Emergency Project. Bring non-perishable food item or unwrapped new toy for donation. 6-9 p.m. Mon.-Fri. and 1-9 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Starts Fri., continues through Dec. 21. Drew Street and Fort Harrison Avenue, Clearwater. Free. (727) 442-2099
Pinellas
2007-12-15
With entertainment, petting zoo, pony rides, pictures with Santa, cookie decorating with Mrs. Claus, hot chocolate shop, more. Charity drive for the Homeless Emergency Project. Bring non-perishable food item or unwrapped new toy for donation. 6-9 p.m. Mon.-Fri. and 1-9 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Starts Fri., continues through Dec. 21. Drew Street and Fort Harrison Avenue, Clearwater. Free. (727) 442-2099
Wild Wonderland
Wild Wonderland
Lowry Park Zoo
Hillsborough
2007-12-15
Winter festival with holiday lights, poinsettia "forest," animatronic displays, live reindeer, carolers and live bands, visits with Santa, Frosty's Foam Factory (snow alternative), free rides, horse-drawn carriage rides ($4), holiday-themed games (50 cents each), more. 6-9 p.m. Nov 30, Dec 1, Dec 7-8, Dec 14-16, Dec 19-23, Dec 26-30. Lowry Park Zoo, 1101 W Sligh Ave., Tampa. $13 adults, $11 children. (813) 935-8552; www.lowryparkzoo.com
Lowry Park Zoo
Hillsborough
2007-12-15
Winter festival with holiday lights, poinsettia "forest," animatronic displays, live reindeer, carolers and live bands, visits with Santa, Frosty's Foam Factory (snow alternative), free rides, horse-drawn carriage rides ($4), holiday-themed games (50 cents each), more. 6-9 p.m. Nov 30, Dec 1, Dec 7-8, Dec 14-16, Dec 19-23, Dec 26-30. Lowry Park Zoo, 1101 W Sligh Ave., Tampa. $13 adults, $11 children. (813) 935-8552; www.lowryparkzoo.com
Victorian Christmas Stroll
Victorian Christmas Stroll
Henry B. Plant Museum, University of Tampa
Hillsborough
2007-12-15
Henry B. Plant Museum, the former turn-of-the-century Tampa Bay Hotel, decorates 14 exhibit rooms with Victorian-styled trees, also antique toys and holiday accessories. Cider and cookies served on the verandah daily and soloists and ensembles perform each evening. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Starts Sat., continues through Dec. 23. Henry B. Plant Museum, In Plant Hall at the University of Tampa, 401 W Kennedy Blvd., Tampa. $10 adults, $4 ages 12 and younger. $6 adults and $3 children Mondays and Tuesdays. (813) 254-1891; www.plantmuseum.com
Henry B. Plant Museum, University of Tampa
Hillsborough
2007-12-15
Henry B. Plant Museum, the former turn-of-the-century Tampa Bay Hotel, decorates 14 exhibit rooms with Victorian-styled trees, also antique toys and holiday accessories. Cider and cookies served on the verandah daily and soloists and ensembles perform each evening. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Starts Sat., continues through Dec. 23. Henry B. Plant Museum, In Plant Hall at the University of Tampa, 401 W Kennedy Blvd., Tampa. $10 adults, $4 ages 12 and younger. $6 adults and $3 children Mondays and Tuesdays. (813) 254-1891; www.plantmuseum.com
Palm Harbor Community Holiday Parade
Palm Harbor Community Holiday Parade
Palm HarborPinellas
2007-12-15
Begins at Westlake Boulevard and Nebraska Avenue and winds around to the Scout Hut on 11th Street, between Florida and Georgia Avenues. Santa visits with kids at the Hut after parade. 3 p.m. Sat. Free. (727) 771-6000
Madeira Beach Lighted Boat Parade
Madeira Beach Lighted Boat Parade
Madeira Beach
Pinellas
2007-12-15
Begins at 7 p.m. Sat. at John's Pass, moves through Madeira Beach waterways, past marina, Causeway Park and City Hall, ending at northern border of Madeira Beach. Free. (727) 215-0704 or(727) 391-9951, ext. 231
Madeira Beach
Pinellas
2007-12-15
Begins at 7 p.m. Sat. at John's Pass, moves through Madeira Beach waterways, past marina, Causeway Park and City Hall, ending at northern border of Madeira Beach. Free. (727) 215-0704 or(727) 391-9951, ext. 231
Lights in Bloom
Lights in Bloom
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
Sarasota
2007-12-15
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are illuminated by twinkling light displays and light "sculptures;" also entertainment by various groups. Trees in historical mansion highlight cultures of Japan, Sweden, France and the Latino community, plus 25-foot bromeliad tree, cookie decorating, storytelling, train display, more. 6-9 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 811 S Palm Ave., Sarasota. $12, $10 members, 12 and younger free with adult. (941) 366-5731; selby.org
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
Sarasota
2007-12-15
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are illuminated by twinkling light displays and light "sculptures;" also entertainment by various groups. Trees in historical mansion highlight cultures of Japan, Sweden, France and the Latino community, plus 25-foot bromeliad tree, cookie decorating, storytelling, train display, more. 6-9 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 811 S Palm Ave., Sarasota. $12, $10 members, 12 and younger free with adult. (941) 366-5731; selby.org
Lake Tarpon Boat Parade
Lake Tarpon Boat Parade
Tarpon Springs
Pinellas
2007-12-15
Leaves from the Tarpon Turtle restaurant and loops the lake. 5:30 p.m. Sat. Tarpon Turtle Grill and Marina, 1513 Lake Tarpon Ave., Tarpon Springs. (727) 722-9030; www.tarponturtle.com
Tarpon Springs
Pinellas
2007-12-15
Leaves from the Tarpon Turtle restaurant and loops the lake. 5:30 p.m. Sat. Tarpon Turtle Grill and Marina, 1513 Lake Tarpon Ave., Tarpon Springs. (727) 722-9030; www.tarponturtle.com
Indian Rocks Beach Lighted Boat Parade
Indian Rocks Beach Lighted Boat Parade
Pinellas
2007-12-15
Leaves Holiday Inn Harbourside, moves north under Indian Rocks Bridge and through the fingers of Indian Rocks, ending south of Belleair Causeway, near Harbor Drive and 27th Avenue. 7 p.m. Sat. Holiday Inn, 401 Second St. Free. (727) 595-6889
Pinellas
2007-12-15
Leaves Holiday Inn Harbourside, moves north under Indian Rocks Bridge and through the fingers of Indian Rocks, ending south of Belleair Causeway, near Harbor Drive and 27th Avenue. 7 p.m. Sat. Holiday Inn, 401 Second St. Free. (727) 595-6889
Illuminated Gardens
Illuminated Gardens
Florida Botanical GardensPinellas
2007-12-15
With more than 425,000 holiday lights. 6-10 p.m. nightly. Continuing through Jan. 3. Florida Botanical Gardens, 12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo. Free. (727) 582-2100; www.flbg.org
Country Christmas
Country Christmas
Pioneer Florida MuseumHillsborough
2007-12-15
Pioneer Florida Museum and Village in Dade City celebrates with live Christmas music, traditional craft demonstrations, cane grinding and syrup making, kid’s activities, Santa and tractor pulls. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. 15602 Pioneer Museum Road, off U.S. 301 N. Free; donations of clothing, food and toys requested for charity. (352) 567-0262; www.pioneerfloridamuseum.org
Clearwater Holiday Parade and Downtown Festival
Clearwater Holiday Parade and Downtown Festival
Pinellas2007-12-15
Parade starts at Crest Lake Park and moves along Cleveland Street to Myrtle, downtown. Festival follows on Cleveland, west of East Avenue, with music, craft and food vendors, kid’s games and inflatables. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat. Park is at 1500 Gulf-to-Bay Blvd. Free. (727) 562-4811
Babes in Toyland
Babes in Toyland
The PierPinellas
2007-12-15
Holiday musical celebration. Starts Fri., continues through Dec. 21. Pier, 800 Second Ave. NE, St. Petersburg. Free. (727) 821-6443
Friday, November 30, 2007
Illuminated Gardens
Illuminated Gardens:
Florida Botanical Gardens Pinellas 2007-12-01
With more than 425,000 holiday lights. 6-10 p.m. nightly. Continuing through Jan. 3. Florida Botanical Gardens, 12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo. Free. (727) 582-2100; www.flbg.org"
Florida Botanical Gardens Pinellas 2007-12-01
With more than 425,000 holiday lights. 6-10 p.m. nightly. Continuing through Jan. 3. Florida Botanical Gardens, 12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo. Free. (727) 582-2100; www.flbg.org"
Largo Holiday Parade
Largo Holiday Parade:
Largo Central Park Pinellas 2007-12-01
Starts at Sixth St. SW and West Bay Drive, ends at Largo Central Park. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Sat. (727) 587-6740, ext. 5014
Largo Central Park Pinellas 2007-12-01
Starts at Sixth St. SW and West Bay Drive, ends at Largo Central Park. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Sat. (727) 587-6740, ext. 5014
Palm Harbor Fine Arts, Crafts, and Music Festival
Palm Harbor Fine Arts, Crafts, and Music Festival:
St. Petersburg College (Tarpon Springs)Pinellas 2007-12-01
Palm Harbor Fine Arts, Crafts, and Music Festival Juried show with fine arts and fine crafts, music, food, children's area. Benefits the Bill and Louise Hoskins Visual Arts Scholarship Program and the St. Petersburg College Scholarship Fund. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat.; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. St. Petersburg College Tarpon Springs Campus, 600 Klosterman Road. Admission free, $3 parking, benefits scholarship funds. (727) 784-4287; www.palmharborcc.org
St. Petersburg College (Tarpon Springs)Pinellas 2007-12-01
Palm Harbor Fine Arts, Crafts, and Music Festival Juried show with fine arts and fine crafts, music, food, children's area. Benefits the Bill and Louise Hoskins Visual Arts Scholarship Program and the St. Petersburg College Scholarship Fund. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat.; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. St. Petersburg College Tarpon Springs Campus, 600 Klosterman Road. Admission free, $3 parking, benefits scholarship funds. (727) 784-4287; www.palmharborcc.org
Heritage Village Trees and Traditions
Heritage Village Trees and Traditions:
Heritage Village Pinellas 2007-12-01
Multicultural holiday event featuring dance and music performances by SPIFFS member groups, trees decorated in global themes and Hanukkah and Kwanzaa displays. Also buildings decorated, house tours. Decorations on display through December. 1-4 p.m. Sat. Heritage Village, 11909 125th St. N, Largo. Free. (727) 582-2123; www.pinellascounty.org/heritage
Heritage Village Pinellas 2007-12-01
Multicultural holiday event featuring dance and music performances by SPIFFS member groups, trees decorated in global themes and Hanukkah and Kwanzaa displays. Also buildings decorated, house tours. Decorations on display through December. 1-4 p.m. Sat. Heritage Village, 11909 125th St. N, Largo. Free. (727) 582-2123; www.pinellascounty.org/heritage
Dunedin Holidays
Dunedin Holidays:
Edgewater Park Pinellas 2007-12-01
'An Old-Fashioned Christmas,' with entertainment, carriage rides, train rides, Santa's Workshop, kids' activities and Dickens Village, 6-10 p.m. Fri., downtown. Also 'Holiday Boat Parade and Tree Lighting,' boats leave from Marker 1 Marina at 6 p.m. Sat., head south to Union Street, then return around 8 p.m. Music begins 6 p.m. at Edgewater Park, Santa arrives in last boat of parade and presides over tree lighting. Edgewater Drive and Main Street, Dunedin. Free. (727) 812-4530
Edgewater Park Pinellas 2007-12-01
'An Old-Fashioned Christmas,' with entertainment, carriage rides, train rides, Santa's Workshop, kids' activities and Dickens Village, 6-10 p.m. Fri., downtown. Also 'Holiday Boat Parade and Tree Lighting,' boats leave from Marker 1 Marina at 6 p.m. Sat., head south to Union Street, then return around 8 p.m. Music begins 6 p.m. at Edgewater Park, Santa arrives in last boat of parade and presides over tree lighting. Edgewater Drive and Main Street, Dunedin. Free. (727) 812-4530
Dunedin boat parade and tree lighting
Dunedin boat parade and tree lighting:
Edgewater Park Pinellas
2007-12-01 at 6 p.m.
Festivities at Edgewater Park will begin at 6 Pp.m., with holiday music provided by the Dunedin Concert Band, to put you in the festive spirit! Hot dogs and drinks will be available. Santa will arrive on the last boat and preside over the Tree Lighting Ceremony with City Officials to conclude the evening. Bring lawn chairs. For general information call 727-812-4531. For boat registration contact Bill Frantz, Harbormaster, at 298-3030 or Rod Collman at 734-3749. Co-sponsored by City of Dunedin Leisure Services Department, Dunedin Boat Club, Marker 1 Marina and Pinellas County."
Edgewater Park Pinellas
2007-12-01 at 6 p.m.
Festivities at Edgewater Park will begin at 6 Pp.m., with holiday music provided by the Dunedin Concert Band, to put you in the festive spirit! Hot dogs and drinks will be available. Santa will arrive on the last boat and preside over the Tree Lighting Ceremony with City Officials to conclude the evening. Bring lawn chairs. For general information call 727-812-4531. For boat registration contact Bill Frantz, Harbormaster, at 298-3030 or Rod Collman at 734-3749. Co-sponsored by City of Dunedin Leisure Services Department, Dunedin Boat Club, Marker 1 Marina and Pinellas County."
Wild Wonderland
Wild Wonderland:
Saturday, Dec. 1, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Lowry Park Zoo * 1101 W Sligh Ave, Tampa, FL * 813-935-8552
Cost: * Free - $10
Wild Wonderland; the North Pole takes over the zoo for a nighttime spectacle of lights, animatronic displays, reindeer, live entertainment, photos with Santa, and more; 6 to 9 p.m. today and Saturday; $10 adults, free for children 2 and younger; Lowry Park Zoo, 1101 W. Sligh Ave., Tampa; (813) 935-8552"
Saturday, Dec. 1, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Lowry Park Zoo * 1101 W Sligh Ave, Tampa, FL * 813-935-8552
Cost: * Free - $10
Wild Wonderland; the North Pole takes over the zoo for a nighttime spectacle of lights, animatronic displays, reindeer, live entertainment, photos with Santa, and more; 6 to 9 p.m. today and Saturday; $10 adults, free for children 2 and younger; Lowry Park Zoo, 1101 W. Sligh Ave., Tampa; (813) 935-8552"
Christmas Toy Train Show and Sale
Christmas Toy Train Show and Sale:
Saturday, Dec. 1, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Christmas toy train show and sale features toy trains, door prizes, food and drinks; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday; $3 adults, $1 children ages 7-12, free children 6 and younger (with adult)); Knights of Columbus Hall, 7177 58th St. N., Pinellas Park; (813) 837-1714
Saturday, Dec. 1, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Christmas toy train show and sale features toy trains, door prizes, food and drinks; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday; $3 adults, $1 children ages 7-12, free children 6 and younger (with adult)); Knights of Columbus Hall, 7177 58th St. N., Pinellas Park; (813) 837-1714
Fine Arts, Crafts and Music Festival
Fine Arts, Crafts and Music Festival: Saturday, Dec. 1, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: * Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art * 600 Klosterman Road, Palm Harbor, FL 727-784-9512
Cost: * Free
Fine Arts, Crafts and Music Festival; features artist booths, food, entertainment, exhibits and more; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday; free; Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art, 600 Klosterman Road, Tarpon Springs; (727) 712-5762
Where: * Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art * 600 Klosterman Road, Palm Harbor, FL 727-784-9512
Cost: * Free
Fine Arts, Crafts and Music Festival; features artist booths, food, entertainment, exhibits and more; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday; free; Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art, 600 Klosterman Road, Tarpon Springs; (727) 712-5762
Pet Photos with Santa at Hyde Park Village
Pet Photos with Santa at Hyde Park: Noon to 6 p.m., Hyde Park Village (Free)
ICE! at Gaylord Palms Resort
ICE! at Gaylord Palms Resort: Noon to 10 p.m., Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center ($9.99 - $24.99)
Winter Wonderland
Winter Wonderland: 1 p.m. to 9 p.m., corner of Drew Street and Fort Harrison Avenue, Downtown Clearwater; (727) 442-2099 (Free)
Lutz Arts and Crafts Festival
Lutz Arts and Crafts Festival:
Saturday, Dec. 1, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Lake Park, 17302 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa;
(813) 949-1937
Cost: * Free
Lutz Arts and Crafts Festival; featuring food, arts, crafts, vendor booths and more; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; free admission; Lake Park, 17302 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa; (813) 949-1937
Saturday, Dec. 1, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Lake Park, 17302 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa;
(813) 949-1937
Cost: * Free
Lutz Arts and Crafts Festival; featuring food, arts, crafts, vendor booths and more; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; free admission; Lake Park, 17302 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa; (813) 949-1937
Lutz Arts and Crafts Festival
Lutz Arts and Crafts Festival:
Event Date(s): 12/06 to 12/07 2008
Hillsborough County Park - Lutz, FL
Thursday, November 8, 2007
Buckler's Holiday Craft Fair
Buckler's Holiday Craft Fair:
11/24 to 11/25 2007
State Fairgrounds - Tampa, FL
# of Exhibitors: 200
Juried: yes
11/24 to 11/25 2007
State Fairgrounds - Tampa, FL
# of Exhibitors: 200
Juried: yes
Tarpon Springs Craft Festival
Tarpon Springs Craft Festival:
11/24 to 11/25 2007
Court Street - Tarpon Springs, FL
# of Exhibitors: 100
Juried: yes
11/24 to 11/25 2007
Court Street - Tarpon Springs, FL
# of Exhibitors: 100
Juried: yes
Fall Harvest
Fall Harvest:
11/17 to 11/18 2007
Tarpon Avenue & Court Street - Tarpon Springs, FL
# of Exhibitors: 75
Juried: no
11/17 to 11/18 2007
Tarpon Avenue & Court Street - Tarpon Springs, FL
# of Exhibitors: 75
Juried: no
Downtown Dunedin Craft Festival
Downtown Dunedin Craft Festival:
11/17 to 11/18 2007
Main Street - Dunedin, FL
# of Exhibitors:100
Juried: yes
11/17 to 11/18 2007
Main Street - Dunedin, FL
# of Exhibitors:100
Juried: yes
Day Out with Thomas 2007: All Aboard Tour
Day Out with Thomas 2007: All Aboard Tour:
All Aboard Tour - Saturday, Nov. 10 & Sunday, Nov. 11
Wooton Park in Tavares
Free - $18
Thomas the Tank Engine is set to roll into Wooton Park in Tavares for the Day Out With Thomas 2007: All Aboard Tour. The event which takes place November 2 through November 4, November 9 through November 11, will be hosted by the Inland Lakes Railway.
Trains depart at: 9 AM, 10 AM, 11 AM, 12 PM, 1 PM, 2 PM, 3 PM, 4 PM and 5 PM
- 25 minute ride with Thomas the Tank Engine
- The opportunity to meet and take a photo with Sir Topham Hatt, Controller of the Railway
- A Thomas & Friends Imagination Station; featuring stamps, temporary tattoos, hand on arts and crafts activities and coloring sheets
- Storytelling, video viewing and live music
www.inlandlakesrailway.com
Inland Lakes Railway
200 South Rockingham, Tavares, Florida
Wooton Park
All Aboard Tour - Saturday, Nov. 10 & Sunday, Nov. 11
Wooton Park in Tavares
Free - $18
Thomas the Tank Engine is set to roll into Wooton Park in Tavares for the Day Out With Thomas 2007: All Aboard Tour. The event which takes place November 2 through November 4, November 9 through November 11, will be hosted by the Inland Lakes Railway.
Trains depart at: 9 AM, 10 AM, 11 AM, 12 PM, 1 PM, 2 PM, 3 PM, 4 PM and 5 PM
- 25 minute ride with Thomas the Tank Engine
- The opportunity to meet and take a photo with Sir Topham Hatt, Controller of the Railway
- A Thomas & Friends Imagination Station; featuring stamps, temporary tattoos, hand on arts and crafts activities and coloring sheets
- Storytelling, video viewing and live music
www.inlandlakesrailway.com
Inland Lakes Railway
200 South Rockingham, Tavares, Florida
Wooton Park
RibFest 2007
RibFest 2007:
Saturday, Nov. 10, 11 a.m. & Sunday, Nov. 11
Vinoy Park - just east of the Vinoy Hotel between fifth and seventh avenues, St. Petersburg
Free - $15
RibFest 2007; offers ribs, ribs and more ribs, a custom and classic car and truck show, motorcycle show, children's entertainment area with inflatables and more benefiting All children's Hospital and other related charities; 11 a.m. today, Saturday and Sunday; $10 online, $15 at gate; free children 12 and younger; Vinoy Park just east of the Vinoy Hotel between fifth and seventh avenues, St. Petersburg; (727) 528-3828
Saturday, Nov. 10, 11 a.m. & Sunday, Nov. 11
Vinoy Park - just east of the Vinoy Hotel between fifth and seventh avenues, St. Petersburg
Free - $15
RibFest 2007; offers ribs, ribs and more ribs, a custom and classic car and truck show, motorcycle show, children's entertainment area with inflatables and more benefiting All children's Hospital and other related charities; 11 a.m. today, Saturday and Sunday; $10 online, $15 at gate; free children 12 and younger; Vinoy Park just east of the Vinoy Hotel between fifth and seventh avenues, St. Petersburg; (727) 528-3828
Christmas Under the Oaks
Christmas Under the Oaks:
Coachman Park
2007-11-11
Arts and crafts show with 100 exhibitors from the southeastern U.S. No pets allowed. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun. Coachman Park, 301 Drew St., Clearwater. $2. (727) 723-0888; www.clearwaterjuniors.org
Coachman Park
2007-11-11
Arts and crafts show with 100 exhibitors from the southeastern U.S. No pets allowed. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun. Coachman Park, 301 Drew St., Clearwater. $2. (727) 723-0888; www.clearwaterjuniors.org
Chili Blast 2007
Chili Blast 2007:
Coachman Park - Pinellas
2007-11-10
International Chili Society's Florida Championship judged competition. Teams compete in traditional red, chili verde and salsa categories. Winner advances to 2008 World Championship Chili Cookoff. Chili available for sampling. Also music, kid's activities. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat. Coachman Park, 301 Drew St., Clearwater. Free admission. (727) 781-6330; www.floridachili.com
Coachman Park - Pinellas
2007-11-10
International Chili Society's Florida Championship judged competition. Teams compete in traditional red, chili verde and salsa categories. Winner advances to 2008 World Championship Chili Cookoff. Chili available for sampling. Also music, kid's activities. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat. Coachman Park, 301 Drew St., Clearwater. Free admission. (727) 781-6330; www.floridachili.com
Homosassa Arts, Crafts and Seafood Festival
Homosassa Arts, Crafts and Seafood Festival:
33rd Annual Homosassa Arts, Crafts and Seafood Festival
Citrus
2007-11-10
Over 40 different foods and over 175 artists and crafters. This is a Juried Art Show with Lots and Lots of delicious seafood. The Festival takes place on Mason Creek Road in historic Old Homosassa. Follow U.S 19 to Homosassa in Citrus County and follow the signs. $2 admission. No pets, please. (352) 628-2666. www.homosassaseafoodfestival.com
33rd Annual Homosassa Arts, Crafts and Seafood Festival
Citrus
2007-11-10
Over 40 different foods and over 175 artists and crafters. This is a Juried Art Show with Lots and Lots of delicious seafood. The Festival takes place on Mason Creek Road in historic Old Homosassa. Follow U.S 19 to Homosassa in Citrus County and follow the signs. $2 admission. No pets, please. (352) 628-2666. www.homosassaseafoodfestival.com
SARASOTA MEDIEVAL FAIR
SARASOTA MEDIEVAL FAIR:
SARASOTA MEDIEVAL FAIR @ HUNSADER FARMS
NOVEMBER 10, 11 AND 17,18 2007
http://www.sarasotamedievalfair.com
Saturday, November 3, 2007
Friday, November 2, 2007
Tampa Bay Highland Games
Tampa Bay Highland Games: "
When: * Saturday, Nov. 3, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Event Phone Number: * 813-900-3370
Where: * Florida State Fairgrounds * 4800 Highway 301 North, Tampa, FL * 201-231-6038
Cost: * $5 - $10"
More Info:
P R E S S R E L E A S E
For Immediate Release
Media Contact: Rob Hossack - 813-900-3370
Ric Hossack - 860-377-7388
Photos Courtesy of the Hossack Family
Rob Hossack - 2007
Alexander and Rob Hossack - circa 1970 (Father - Alex with Son - Rob)
Alexander Hossack - circa 1994 (Deceased 2007, Games a Tribute to his Memory)
FITTING SCOTTISH TRIBUTE - A HUNDRED THOUSAND WELCOMES!
The Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa will come alive with the vision of Alexander Hossack, a Scottish lad who arrived in the US in 1931 with his kilt, coat and bagpipes ... who joined the U.S. Military during World War II ... who spent most of his tour of duty as a prisoner of war ... and who never forgot his Scottish roots! Before Hassock's death in 2007, a promise was made to him by his two sons - Rob and Ric Hossack - to carry on true Scottish traditions and share the rich cultural heritage with everyone in the Tampa Bay area.
Son Rob picked up bagpiping from his father and is a professional bagpipe instructor and Ric shares in the passion. From 9:00 am until 5:00 pm on Saturday, November 3rd thousands from throughout the Southeastern United States will enjoy centuries-old Scottish athletic competitions, Scottish military enactments, sheepdog herding demonstrations, Highland dancers along with Irish dancers and cloggers, massed bagpipe bands, artesian craftsmen, clan and vendor displays, fun children's activities and of course MUSIC - all at the TAMPA BAY HIGHLAND GAMES.
Featured on the mainstage will be the JACOBITES PIPE & DRUM BAND from Sarasota who have performed throughout Florida since 2002 with highly successful concerts at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, and of course appearances at Highland Games in the Tampa Bay area. KELTICFIRE, a group of extremely talented young musicians will be on hand, along with THE ANGEL'S SHARE.
Music nor competitions are limited in any way - also in one of their first appearances will be THE SARASOTA MILITARY ACADEMY DRUM CORP, along pipe band, solo pipers, and highland dance competitions - all will fascinate festival-goers.
And in true tradition, the Scots will break out the beer and whiskey and food will be aplenty!
Proceeds from the Tampa Bay Highland Games will support many local and national charities. Admission is $10 for adults and children 12 and under enter for only $5. For Games' details, visit www.tampabayhighlandgames.2freedom.com or call Rob Hossack at (813) 900-3370.
When: * Saturday, Nov. 3, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Event Phone Number: * 813-900-3370
Where: * Florida State Fairgrounds * 4800 Highway 301 North, Tampa, FL * 201-231-6038
Cost: * $5 - $10"
More Info:
P R E S S R E L E A S E
For Immediate Release
Media Contact: Rob Hossack - 813-900-3370
Ric Hossack - 860-377-7388
Photos Courtesy of the Hossack Family
Rob Hossack - 2007
Alexander and Rob Hossack - circa 1970 (Father - Alex with Son - Rob)
Alexander Hossack - circa 1994 (Deceased 2007, Games a Tribute to his Memory)
FITTING SCOTTISH TRIBUTE - A HUNDRED THOUSAND WELCOMES!
The Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa will come alive with the vision of Alexander Hossack, a Scottish lad who arrived in the US in 1931 with his kilt, coat and bagpipes ... who joined the U.S. Military during World War II ... who spent most of his tour of duty as a prisoner of war ... and who never forgot his Scottish roots! Before Hassock's death in 2007, a promise was made to him by his two sons - Rob and Ric Hossack - to carry on true Scottish traditions and share the rich cultural heritage with everyone in the Tampa Bay area.
Son Rob picked up bagpiping from his father and is a professional bagpipe instructor and Ric shares in the passion. From 9:00 am until 5:00 pm on Saturday, November 3rd thousands from throughout the Southeastern United States will enjoy centuries-old Scottish athletic competitions, Scottish military enactments, sheepdog herding demonstrations, Highland dancers along with Irish dancers and cloggers, massed bagpipe bands, artesian craftsmen, clan and vendor displays, fun children's activities and of course MUSIC - all at the TAMPA BAY HIGHLAND GAMES.
Featured on the mainstage will be the JACOBITES PIPE & DRUM BAND from Sarasota who have performed throughout Florida since 2002 with highly successful concerts at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, and of course appearances at Highland Games in the Tampa Bay area. KELTICFIRE, a group of extremely talented young musicians will be on hand, along with THE ANGEL'S SHARE.
Music nor competitions are limited in any way - also in one of their first appearances will be THE SARASOTA MILITARY ACADEMY DRUM CORP, along pipe band, solo pipers, and highland dance competitions - all will fascinate festival-goers.
And in true tradition, the Scots will break out the beer and whiskey and food will be aplenty!
Proceeds from the Tampa Bay Highland Games will support many local and national charities. Admission is $10 for adults and children 12 and under enter for only $5. For Games' details, visit www.tampabayhighlandgames.2freedom.com or call Rob Hossack at (813) 900-3370.
Art Arbor
Art Arbor:
When: * Saturday, Nov. 3, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. & Sunday, Nov. 4
Phone: * 727-893-7326
Where: * Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, 1101 Country Club Way S., St. Petersburg
Cost: * $1 - $2
Age limit: * All ages
Categories: * Crafts, Art Exhibit, Children, Live Entertainment
More Info: Art Arbor; festival features handmade arts and crafts, activities for children, live music, wildlife presentations, environmental exhibits and more; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; $2 adults, $1 children; Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, 1101 Country Club Way S., St. Petersburg; (727) 893-7326"
When: * Saturday, Nov. 3, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. & Sunday, Nov. 4
Phone: * 727-893-7326
Where: * Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, 1101 Country Club Way S., St. Petersburg
Cost: * $1 - $2
Age limit: * All ages
Categories: * Crafts, Art Exhibit, Children, Live Entertainment
More Info: Art Arbor; festival features handmade arts and crafts, activities for children, live music, wildlife presentations, environmental exhibits and more; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; $2 adults, $1 children; Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, 1101 Country Club Way S., St. Petersburg; (727) 893-7326"
Ruskin Seafood Festival
Ruskin Seafood Festival:
E.G. Simmons Park
Hillsborough 2007-11-03
Crab burritos, grouper and gumbo plus Bavarian bakery, strawberry shortcake. Arts and crafts, kid?s area with entertainment, games, inflatables, costume contest (11:30 a.m. Sat.). Alcohol-free, family and pet-friendly event. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat.; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun. E.G. Simmons Park, 2401 19th Ave. NW, Ruskin. $5, $4 seniors; under 12 free. (813) 645-3808; ruskinseafoodfestival.org
E.G. Simmons Park
Hillsborough 2007-11-03
Crab burritos, grouper and gumbo plus Bavarian bakery, strawberry shortcake. Arts and crafts, kid?s area with entertainment, games, inflatables, costume contest (11:30 a.m. Sat.). Alcohol-free, family and pet-friendly event. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat.; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun. E.G. Simmons Park, 2401 19th Ave. NW, Ruskin. $5, $4 seniors; under 12 free. (813) 645-3808; ruskinseafoodfestival.org
Indian Rocks Jamboree
Indian Rocks Jamboree:
First Baptist Church (Indian Rocks)
Pinellas 2007-11-03
Family Carnival rides, arts and crafts, games, Christmas Sidewalk Sale, food and country gospel music by Grand Ole' Gospel Opry (7-8:30 p.m. Fri.), Hoppers (6-7:30 p.m. Sat.) and Mark Trammell Trio (6-7:30 p.m. Sun.). 3-10 p.m. today; 3 p.m.-midnight Fri.; 1-11 p.m. Sat.; 1-10 p.m. Sun. First Baptist Church of Indian Rocks, 12685 Ulmerton Road, Largo. Free admission. Carnival tickets: $1-$40. Wristbands: $20-$40. (727) 595-3421; www.indianrocks.org
First Baptist Church (Indian Rocks)
Pinellas 2007-11-03
Family Carnival rides, arts and crafts, games, Christmas Sidewalk Sale, food and country gospel music by Grand Ole' Gospel Opry (7-8:30 p.m. Fri.), Hoppers (6-7:30 p.m. Sat.) and Mark Trammell Trio (6-7:30 p.m. Sun.). 3-10 p.m. today; 3 p.m.-midnight Fri.; 1-11 p.m. Sat.; 1-10 p.m. Sun. First Baptist Church of Indian Rocks, 12685 Ulmerton Road, Largo. Free admission. Carnival tickets: $1-$40. Wristbands: $20-$40. (727) 595-3421; www.indianrocks.org
Dunedin Art Harvest
Dunedin Art Harvest:
Highlander Park
Pinellas
2007-11-03 at 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Over 200 artists from around the country display and sell their work. Free admission. Parking is $4. Shuttle from Causeway Plaza at Curlew Road and Alt. U.S. 19, $2. Free parking at Dunedin High School.
Highlander Park
Pinellas
2007-11-03 at 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Over 200 artists from around the country display and sell their work. Free admission. Parking is $4. Shuttle from Causeway Plaza at Curlew Road and Alt. U.S. 19, $2. Free parking at Dunedin High School.
Saturday, October 27, 2007
Johns Pass Seafood Festival
Johns Pass Seafood Festival: "
Johns Pass Seafood Festival features food vendors, arts and crafts, live music, street dance, costume contests and more; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday; free admission; John's Pass Boardwalk, 12901 Gulf Blvd., Madiera Beach; (727) 393-8230"
Hunsader Farms Pumpkin Festival
Hunsader Farms
Manatee2007-10-27 & 28
With music by Night Train, Southern Star Bluegrass, Sweeney Family Band, others. Also 150 craft booths, charity pumpkin games, hayrides, pony and train rides, scarecrow displays, pioneer trades village, colossal corn maze, pumpkins and pumpkin pie all days. Plus kid’s costume contest and trick-or-treating (Oct. 28 only) and Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show and motorcross stunt shows (Oct. 27-28). 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 27-28. Hunsader Farms, 5500 CR 675, between SR 64 and SR 70, about 10 miles east of Interstate 75, Bradenton. $7, ages 12 and younger free; parking $4. (941) 322-2168, www.hunsaderfarms.com.
Saturday, October 20, 2007
St. Petersburg Airfest
St. Petersburg Airfest:
Albert Whitted Airport - Pinellas
2007-10-20
10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun. Albert Whitted Airport. $15.00 day of show; $5 children 6-12, free under age 6. (727) 204-6282. www.stpetersburgairfest.com
Albert Whitted Airport - Pinellas
2007-10-20
10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun. Albert Whitted Airport. $15.00 day of show; $5 children 6-12, free under age 6. (727) 204-6282. www.stpetersburgairfest.com
Family Friendly Haunted Hike
Family Friendly Haunted Hike:
Pinellas
2007-10-20
Guides lead visitors on 1-mile walking tour to old homes and landmarks where costumed characters tell spooky stories. Tours leave every 15 minutes. Benefits Euclid-St. Paul?s Neighborhood Association and the Sallie House. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Sat. Euclid/St. Paul?s neighborhood, 13th Street and 13th Avenue N, St. Petersburg. $5, $1 ages 12 and younger; under 2 free. (727) 823-0393; www.espna.org
Pinellas
2007-10-20
Guides lead visitors on 1-mile walking tour to old homes and landmarks where costumed characters tell spooky stories. Tours leave every 15 minutes. Benefits Euclid-St. Paul?s Neighborhood Association and the Sallie House. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Sat. Euclid/St. Paul?s neighborhood, 13th Street and 13th Avenue N, St. Petersburg. $5, $1 ages 12 and younger; under 2 free. (727) 823-0393; www.espna.org
Fall Festival
Fall Festival:
Our Lady of Lourdes School- Pinellas
2007-10-20
With midway rides and games and large flea market all days (hours vary); and Octoberfest tent, entertainment, crafts boutique, plants and sports memorabilia auction. 5-9 p.m. today; 5-11 p.m. Fri.; 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Sat.; Noon-5 p.m. Sun. Our Lady of Lourdes School, 750 San Salvador Drive, Dunedin. Free admission; fee for rides, games and food. (727) 738-1025; www.ollfallfestival.com
Our Lady of Lourdes School- Pinellas
2007-10-20
With midway rides and games and large flea market all days (hours vary); and Octoberfest tent, entertainment, crafts boutique, plants and sports memorabilia auction. 5-9 p.m. today; 5-11 p.m. Fri.; 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Sat.; Noon-5 p.m. Sun. Our Lady of Lourdes School, 750 San Salvador Drive, Dunedin. Free admission; fee for rides, games and food. (727) 738-1025; www.ollfallfestival.com
Cedar Key Seafood Festival
Cedar Key Seafood Festival:
2007-10-20
Seafood festival with parade (11 a.m. Sat.), arts & crafts, food vendors at City Park with shrimp wraps to crab cakes, non-seafood treats. Also bluegrass and Florida folk music (noon-5 p.m. both days). 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. and Sun. Along Second Street, downtown Cedar Key (on Gulf coast, northwest of Crystal River). Free admission. (352) 543-5600
2007-10-20
Seafood festival with parade (11 a.m. Sat.), arts & crafts, food vendors at City Park with shrimp wraps to crab cakes, non-seafood treats. Also bluegrass and Florida folk music (noon-5 p.m. both days). 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. and Sun. Along Second Street, downtown Cedar Key (on Gulf coast, northwest of Crystal River). Free admission. (352) 543-5600
Autumn Harvest Celebration
Autumn Harvest Celebration:
Pioneer Settlement - Pinellas -
2007-10-20
With hay rides ($1), pumpkin-carving contest ($5), hay maze ($1), bobbing for apples and sack races, old-time farmer's market with pumpkins and produce. Plus, experience pioneer Florida life at settlement's 19th century home, print shop, blacksmith and sawmill. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat. Pinellas Pioneer Settlement at Boyd Hill Nature Park, 2900 31st St. S, St. Petersburg. Free admission; small fee for games. (727) 893-7326
Pioneer Settlement - Pinellas -
2007-10-20
With hay rides ($1), pumpkin-carving contest ($5), hay maze ($1), bobbing for apples and sack races, old-time farmer's market with pumpkins and produce. Plus, experience pioneer Florida life at settlement's 19th century home, print shop, blacksmith and sawmill. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat. Pinellas Pioneer Settlement at Boyd Hill Nature Park, 2900 31st St. S, St. Petersburg. Free admission; small fee for games. (727) 893-7326
Saturday, September 29, 2007
Zoo Boo
ZooBoo / Tampa Bay Times: "
Zoo Boo"
Lowry Park Zoo
Hillsborough
2007-09-29
Lowry Park Zoo's family-friendly Halloween event with haunted houses and trails for older zoo-goers and special activities for young kids with free unlimited zoo rides. Shriek Peek weekend, 7-11 p.m. Fri. - Sat., $9.95. Then continues select nights through Oct. 28, $16 adults, $13 ages 3-11. Lowry Park Zoo, 1101 W Sligh Ave., Tampa. (813) 935-8552; www.lowryparkzoo.com
World Rivers Day Fest
World Rivers Day Fest / Tampa Bay Times: "
World Rivers Day Fest"
Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center
Pinellas
2007-09-29
Part of international celebration highlighting the earth's waters. Music by the Urban Gypsies, nature-themed art, educational booths, animals, representatives from Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Florida Aquarium and Lowry Park Zoo, and kids' activities. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs. Free. (727) 453-6800
Creative Clay's Folkfest 2007
Creative Clay's Folkfest 2007 / Tampa Bay Times: "
Creative Clay's Folkfest 2007"
Downtown St. Petersburg
Pinellas
2007-09-29
Street folk art festival on Central Avenue in St. Petersburg, between 11th and 13th streets, featuring folk, outsider, and visionary/intuitive artists, storytellers and musicians from around the country. Also, food vendors, kid's entertainment, performance stage with dance floor. Contra dance with the Rafter Ringers, 4 p.m. Sat. only. Benefits Creative Clay. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat. and Sun. Free. (727) 825-0515; www.creativeclay.org
2007 Dunedin Cup and Kiwanis Regatta
2007 Dunedin Cup and Kiwanis Regatta / Tampa Bay Times: "
2007 Dunedin Cup and Kiwanis Regatta"
Pinellas
2007-09-29
With races for monohulls, catamarans, prams, kayaks, outriggers and more; also Seafood Festival, Wooden Boat Show and kid?s art and Touch-A-Boat activities. Race courses are in the Gulf of Mexico and St. Joseph Sound, with spectator viewing from Dunedin Causeway and Honeymoon Island State Park. Benefits the Boundless Playground at Dunedin Community Center. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat. Dunedin Marina, west end of Main Street, off Alt. U.S. 19 (across from Edgewater Park), Dunedin. Free. (727) 734-3749; www.dunedincup.org
Country Folk Art Craft Show
Country Folk Art Craft Show / Tampa Bay Times: "
Country Folk Art Craft Show"
Florida State Fairgrounds
Hillsborough
2007-09-29
Handcrafted folk art and craft items by local and national exhibitors. 5-9 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun. Special Events Center at Florida State Fairgrounds, Interstate 4 at U.S. 301 N, Tampa. $6 Fri., $5 Sat.-Sun. (admission good for all days). Parking $5-$10. (813) 621-7821; www.countryfolkart.com
Saturday, February 17, 2007
tbt.com - tbt* / Tampa Bay Times
103rd Annual State FairFlorida State Fairgrounds:
103rd Annual State FairFlorida State Fairgrounds"
Hillsborough
2007-02-17
In celebration of the extraordinary sights and sounds of the Fair, 'Nowhere But the Fair' is the theme for the Feb. 8-19, 2007 event. It is the only place where families and friends can gather to enjoy such a distinctive mix of free entertainment, midway foods, thrilling rides, rockin' concerts and shopping. Along with classic Fair favorites such as Ferris wheels and funnel cakes, there will be plenty of new and diverse activities to entertain all, including the Hollywood Circus and the Giraffic Park Exotic Petting Zoo. $10 for a adults, $5 for children 11 and younger, and free admission for kids five and younger. Advance discount tickets are available at Publix starting in January. Parking on the Fairgrounds is free. www.floridastatefair.com or call 1-800-345-3245
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