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RIBFEST 2009
Get your fill of ribs at this massive three-day festival, where you can feast on slow-cooked varieties from the world's best barbecuers. Also check out live music (Saturday features rock band Blue Oyster Cult), kids' activities and classic car and motorcycle shows. Nov. 13-15. (12/2009)
701 Bayshore Dr NE, St. Petersburg
727-528-3828
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GHOST TOUR
Stalk the streets of downtown Tampa, candle in hand, and learn about the city’s supernatural side. You’ll hear about the “Brown Man” who haunts Old Tampa Bay Hotel, phantom ships that sail the bay and Florida’s last cutthroat buccaneer, Jose Gaspar. The spooktacular tours leave at 8pm daily. (09/2009)
514 N Franklin St
727-398-5200
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For a family-friendly night out, grab a blanketand a bite to eat and lay under the stars for afree screening of Annie! on March 13. (03/2009)
At the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center Riverwalk, 1010 N W.C. MacInnes Pl
813-222-1001
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SWEETWATER MUSIC SERIES
Each Sunday from noon to 4pm, local andnationally touring musicians make theirway to the stage at the Sweetwater OrganicCommunity Farm. Want to give performing a shot? Open-mic sessions are from noon to 1pmand again from 3pm to 4pm. (03/2009)
At Sweetwater Organic Community Farm, 6942 W Comanche Ave
813-887-4066
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TAMPA THEATRE
Take a balcony-to-backstage tours of thiswell-preserved vintage movie palace thismonth (March 11 and 28), or check out singer/songwriter Ani DiFranco as she takes the stagewith her electrifying and empowering music(March 20). (03/2009)
711 N Franklin St
813-274-8981
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FLORIDA STATE FAIR
A 12-day celebration of the best the state has to offer, the Florida State Fair features equestrian shows, amusement rides, live performances and plenty of delicious food. Check the website for an up-to-date list of festivities. Feb. 5-16. (02/2009)
At Florida State Fairgrounds 4800 US Hwy 301 N
813-621-7821
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GASPARILLA DISTANCE CLASSIC
Lace up your running or walking shoes and join in this annual event-or keep to the sidelines and cheer the athletes along. Distance options include marathon, halfmarathon, 15k, 5k and even a "stroller roll" for energetic families. Take in the scenery of Bayshore Boulevard along the route. Feb. 28 to March 1. (02/2009)
Downtown Tampa
813-254-7866
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MARDI GRAS IN DUNEDIN
Let the good times roll and celebrate Fat Tuesday in nearby Dunedin. Craft and food vendors will be selling their wares, and the parade is a perennial favorite. Feb. 24. (02/2009)
Main St btwn Broadway and Louden Ave, Dunedin
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"NFL HISTORY FROM GETTY IMAGES"
Miss the Super Bowl? Here's your chance to catch some of the football action. A collection of the best football images in the history of sports photography will be on exhibit at the Florida Museum of Photographic Arts in downtown Tampa. Through Feb. 28. (02/2009)
At the Florida Museum of Photographic Arts, 200 N Tampa St, Ste 130
813-221-2222
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"WILD AT HEART"
Animal lovers 21 and older are invited to tour the zoo at night and take a lighthearted look at love and mating in the animal kingdom. The evening includes a candlelight dinner and open bar. Reservations are required. Feb. 12-14. (02/2009)
At Lowry Park Zoo, 1101 W Sligh Ave
813-935-8552, e
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"BALLET HISPANICO"
Latin dance with classical and contemporary touches takes the stage when the Ballet Hispanico company visits Tampa on Jan. 17. The energy and innovative choreography will have you dancing in your seat. Thank goodness there's a free social dance after the performance. (01/2009)
At Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, 1010 N W. C. MacInnes Pl
800-955-1045
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CAPTAIN MEMO'S PIRATE CRUISE
Ahoy there, mateys! For a fun-filled time for the entire family, hop aboard Captain Memo's Pirate Cruise and take an amusing sail around the waters of Clearwater on a custom-built pirate ship. (01/2009)
Departing from Clearwater Marina
727-446-2587
www.captmemo.com