“See” listings
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DALÍ: GEMS
Jewelry created by Salvador Dali in the 1940s and ’50s —including a gold and diamond reproduction of his famous melting clock—is the highlight of this exhibit. Non-jewelry items include “Holograph of Alice Cooper’s Brain” and “Venus de Milo with Drawers.” Through April 18. (04/2010)
1000 Third St S, St. Petersburg
727-823-3767
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HONDA GRAND PRIX
This month, the streets of downtown St. Petersburg will be temporarily transformed into an Indy racetrack. Drivers will put their pedals to the metal, reaching speeds of up to 105 mph on a 1.8-mile, waterfront route. March 26-28. (03/2010)
Downtown St. Petersburg
727-898-4639
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TAMPA TWILIGHT CRITERIUM AND FESTIVAL
While Indy cars race along the makeshift track in St. Pete, cyclists will wind their way through the streets of downtown Tampa at high speeds. A wellness-oriented festival will take place in the middle of the action. March 27. (03/2010)
Downtown Tampa
813-221-3686
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TAMPA BAY BLUES FESTIVAL
Now in its 16th year, this festival features the fi nest blues musicians from around the country. Spend a day taking in the sounds from stars like Jimmie Vaughan, Shemekia Copeland and Ryan Shaw, or buy a three-day pass and make a weekend of it. April 9-11. (03/2010)
At Vinoy Waterfront Park, St. Petersburg
727-502-5000
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FIESTA DAY
This street festival celebrates the Cuban, African Cuban, German, Italian, Jewish and Spanish cultures of Ybor City with ethnic foods, multicultural music and a flag parade. Feb. 27. (02/2010)
Ybor City
813-241-8838
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MOSCOW STATE RADIO SYMPHONY
This all-Tchaikovsky evening features the “Romeo and Juliet Overture” and “Violin Concerto in D major,” among other works, performed by one of the world’s finest orchestras. Jan. 25. (01/2010)
1111 N McMullen Booth Rd, Clearwater
727-791-7400
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ARE YOU MY MOTHER?
The classic children’s story by P.D. Eastman comes to life during this family-friendly show. Follow “Baby Bird” as he searches for his mother and finds love and friendship on the way. Jan. 31. (01/2010)
1010 N W.C. MacInnes Pl
813-229-7827
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THE FLORIDA STATE FAIR
For just 12 days, the state fair rolls into town with shows, music, rides, equestrian competitions and food on a stick. Don’t miss the original, ironic Batcopter from the campy 1960s Batman movie and TV series. Feb. 4-15. (01/2010)
4800 Hwy 301 N
813-621-7821
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GUAVAWEEN
Who says dressing up for Halloween is just for kids? Although the first part of the day is family friendly—including a scavenger hunt, trick-or-treating and a children’s costume contest—after 4pm, it becomes an adults-only party. Don your best get-up and hit the streets of Ybor City for a night of Latin-style Halloween revelry, with live music and barhopping led by Mama Guava. Oct. 30. (12/2009)
Seventh Ave, Ybor City
813-242-4828
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THE NUTCRACKER
Most cities host a version of The Nutcracker every year, but not many feature one performed by the Moscow Classical Ballet, whose members are trained in the ballet's home country: The classic was first performed in St. Petersburg, Russia, more than 100 years ago. Dec. 19-20. (12/2009)
1111 N McMullen Booth Rd, Clearwater
727-791-7400
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"TARPON TALES AND SPORT FISHING IN EARLY FLORIDA"
The sport of tarpon fishing, a favorite among Florida anglers, is documented in this exhibit featuring vintage photographs, rods, reels, lures and tackle from the late 1800s through the 1930s. Through Dec. 27. (12/2009)
401 W Kennedy Blvd
813-254-1891
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WONDERLAND
Be among the first to see this modernized Alice in Wonderland at its world premiere in Tampa. Can Alice defeat the Queen of Hearts and restore balance to a chaotic Wonderland? You'll have to see it to fi nd out. Through Jan. 3. (12/2009)
1010 N W.C. MacInnes Pl
800-955-1045
www.tbpac.org