Vikings, beach volleyball and more
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The whole week
CraftArt’s Finest Visit Florida CraftArt’s Members’ Show: Contemporary Craft at its Finest while you can. This is a diverse mix of 37 Florida CraftArt members and artists at the Central Avenue gallery. From intricately stitched weavings to sturdy, hand-carved rocking chairs, this is a must-visit for local art lovers. Florida CraftArt, 501 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg. Until February 26: Mon-Sat, 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.; Sun., 12-5 p.m. floridacraftart.org
All weekend long
Crabby The 4th annual St. Petersburg Seafood & Music Festival brings music, drinks, art, sizzling seafood (and vegetarian options) to Williams Park. Enjoy music from Stormbringer, Black Honkeys, The Hummingbirds and more. This is a weekend-long outdoor celebration of life by the sea. Williams Park, 2nd Avenue N., St. Petersburg. Fri., 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.; Sun., 11.00-18.00 seaseafestivals.com
Friday January 28th
Meet Dawn Fisher. Come watch a dynamic interview with Gulfport staple Dawn Fisher. Fisher was a Gulfport City Council member from 2001-2005 and is often seen picking up trash around town. Gulfport Historical Society members have access to the Square Mullet Clubhouse; others welcome to BYOB. Please feel free to bring snacks, but no pressure. Gulfport Historical Museum, 5301 28th Aves. pp. 6:30-7:00 p.m. Gulfporthistoricalsosociety.org
Sock Hop Jump back into the 60’s with a colorful sock hop featuring the legendary Impacs at Gulfport Casino. This is good old fashioned dancing with live music and an open bar. Gulfport Casino, 5500 Shore Blvd. p. 7-10 p.m. $15, day; $20 advance. mygulfport.us
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Saturday January 29th
Flea finds A small flea market for your Saturday. This savings zone in Pinellas Park features indoor and outdoor vendors, charity raffles and good deals. 7177 58th St. N., Pinellas Park. 8am-1pm joeh_17@yahoo.com
Art Talk Join Creative Pinellas Board Member Celeste Davis for a talk about artist Radcliffe Bailey at Dr. Carter G Woodson Museum. Learn about Bailey’s influence on other art lovers. Registration required. dr Carter G. Woodson Museum, 2240 9th Ave. St. S., St. Petersburg. 10:30 a.m. 727-323-1104.
Flaming Saturdays An art class not for the faint of heart. The Morean Glass Studio offers weekend classes that teach artists how to melt and shape a necklace pendant with a torch flame. The 30-minute experience will lead to a unique piece of jewelry. Morean Glass Studio, 714 1st Ave N., St. Petersburg. 12 p.m. $50-75. 727-822-7872.
Valhalla Viking Ball Gulfport knows how to make pirates; Now it’s the turn of the Vikings. The Valhalla Viking Ball invites visitors to gear up in their best cutthroat attire and loot the Blueberry Patch. Ukulele funk band Applebutter Express will play through the night and The Illumi-Nation Project will set up canvases for live painting. The Peace Cafe serves smoothies and veggie burgers for hungry green lovers. Blueberry Patch, 4923 20th Ave. p. 8 p.m. $10. blueberrypatch.org
Sunday January 30th
Hit the Sand Hit the sand at Gulfport Beach every Sunday. Players meet on the volleyball courts with reusable water bottles to compete weekly. All levels welcome. Gulfport Beach, 5598 Shore Blvd. p. 9:30 p.m
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Monday, January 31st
Art Festival Beth-El is back in person and with the same high-quality art. Browse paintings, photos, mixed media, glass, sculpture, metal, wood, ceramics and jewelry at this outdoor and indoor show. Volunteers are needed for this event. Temple Beth-El, 400 Pasadena Ave. S., St. Petersburg. 10am-5pm TempleBeth-El.com
Monday, January 31st
Zumba Out The Treasure Island Community Center presents Zumba Gold. This fitness class is Zumba for older active adults, beginners, and those with physical disabilities. Trainer Liz Quiñones-Blanco leads the musical workout. Treasure Island Community Center, 10315 Paradise Blvd. 10 p.m. $5. 813-476-9776.
Tuesday February 1st
In the Know Gulfportians stay informed, now or later. Join the City of Gulfport and its fellow residents, either in person, via Zoom, or afterwards on the city’s website. This is the best way to keep up to date with what’s happening in your city. Anyone who wants to avoid the crowds is invited to participate and comment via zoom. Gulfport City Hall, 2401 53rd St. S. 6 p.m. mygulfport.us/councilmeetings
Queen of Bingo Punky’s invites queens, bingo champions and everyone in between to a colorful celebration of community at your neighborhood gay bar. Enjoy 10 rounds of bingo and fine dining every Tuesday hosted by Southern Belle, Georgia Moore. Proceeds go to Diversity Arts, Inc. Punky’s Bar & Grille, 3063 Central Ave. St. Petersburg. 7-9 p.m. punkysbar.com
Photo by Abby Baker.
Thursday February 3rd
Storytelling Join the Gulfport Public Library to tell great stories, spin rhymes and sing songs every Thursday. This is a weekly event for the little ones to release energy and learn in a positive environment. Gulfport Public Library, 5501 28th Ave. p. 10 p.m. mygulfport.us/gpl
Busy Business The Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber of Commerce is hosting its 2022 Business Expo at the TradeWinds Island Grand Resort and the program is open to the public. Dozens of vendors offering services and products for business and personal needs will participate. If nothing else, spin the prize wheel and sample the little bites. TradeWinds Island Grand Resort, 5500 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach. 5-7:30 p.m. info@tampabaybeaches.com
Thursday Jam Session It’s Thursday again and The Tortugas are back playing in the courtyard of the North End Taphouse. Jam to the local band’s “Acid Spike Pop” and grab a North End brew. The North End Taphouse, 2908 Beach Blvd. p. 6 p.m. thenorthendtaphouse.com
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