"Vatican Splendors" Exhibit
2/9/2008 - 5/11/2008
Florida International Museum
244 2nd Ave. N.
St. Petersburg, FL 33701-3312
Experience 2000 years of Vatican Art and History! Over 200 works from Saint Peter's Basilica, the Vatican Museums and Swiss Guard, will be at the museum. Presenting a world-class exhibition from the Vatican, of art and historical objects. From the venerated relics (bone fragments) of Saint Peter to items from the election of Pope Benedict XVI, this exhibit comprises one of the largest Vatican collections ever to tour North America. Many of these treasures have never been seen outside of Italy. St. Petersburg is the first American stop for the largest collection of art, documents and historically significant objects from the Vatican to tour North America. For more information, call 727-341-7900.
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Sergio Mendes and Special Guest Simone
5/15/2008 - 5/15/2008
Thurs. 7:30 p.m.
Mahaffey Theater at Progress Energy Center
400 1st St. S.
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Brazilian music legend Sergio Mendes spins his remarkable magic on his newest recording, Encanto (Enchantment), which is among the maestro?s most beautifully realized in his unparalleled career. Simone has been building a noteworthy career as a vocalist and performer in touring musical productions, jazz bands and Broadway performances. For more information call 727-892-5767.
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Big East Baseball Championship
5/19/2008 - 5/24/2008
Bright House Networks Field
601 N. Old Coachman Rd.
Clearwater, FL 33765-2321
The BIG EAST Baseball Championship returns to Bright House Field May 19-24! The eight-team double-elimination tournament will begin with a special opening ceremony on May 19th. The tournament concludes with the championship game on Saturday, May 24th. The winner will earn an automatic bid to the NCAA Championship. Details are on the website listed below.
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7th Annual John Levique Pirate Days
6/6/2008 - 6/8/2008
John's Pass Plaza & Boardwalk
150 John's Pass Boardwalk
Madeira Beach, FL 33708
John Levique Days is a three-day pirate themed event celebrating the discovery of John's Pass by John Levique after the hurricane of September 1848. Scheduled activities include a Hurricane Expo, Pirates' Ball, Pirates and Wenches Auction, costume contests for children and adults, pirate ship battle and invasion of the Pass, street parade, story telling and a village-wide treasure hunt. Various strolling entertainment and artisans within the Village will provide Piratical Merriment for attendees of all ages. For more information, call 727-397-8764.
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16th Annual Tampa Bay Caribbean Carnival
6/14/2008 - 6/15/2008
Vinoy Park
500 Bayshore Dr. N.E.
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
This cultural extravaganza features colorful costumes, arts, crafts, dancing, steel drums and music from around the Caribbean, including calypso, soca, reggae and steel orchestra. The festivities take place in Vinoy Park in downtown St. Petersburg and run from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Admission is $10. Don't miss the Steel Pan Panorama Competition and Carnival Parade. For more information, call 727-327-1277.
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Clearwater Celebrates America! 4th of July Celebration
7/3/2008 - 7/4/2008
Coachman Park
301 Drew St.
Clearwater, FL 33756
This event is held on the weekend closest to July 4th. The City of Clearwater celebrates the July 4th weekend with fireworks, food and concerts in Coachman Park. Fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m. on the 4th of July. Give yourself and the kids Fourth of July fun during Clearwater Celebrates America. Gather in Coachman Park, soak up its spectacular Gulf of Mexico views, and prepare for some family-friendly music. For more information, call 727-562-4813.
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