November Arts Roundup: Oddities & Curiosities, festivals, performances, and more
Just as Florida's perfect winter weather begins to set in during November, arts festivals and events begin to heat up for locals and visiting snowbirds.
Dunedin
Dunedin cherishes its heritage through regular wine, arts, antiques and holiday gatherings, and hosts the hugely popular Scottish Highland Games. The quaint downtown district features pedestrian-friendly wide sidewalks and diagonal parking lined by gift shops, clothing boutiques, homemade ice cream and candy stores, and some of the region’s best eats. A weekly green market rocks, too. The popular Pinellas Trail runs through the heart of downtown, attracting a steady stream of bicyclists, walkers, joggers and skaters – even on weekdays. Redevelopment efforts are targeting high-tech and health care-related employers to create new high-quality jobs.
September Arts Roundup: Lenticular experiences, a pop-up, and more
Looking for something new to do? Art events this Fall are starting to ramp up in the Tampa Bay Area. Make plans to visit now.
21 historic Tampa Bay Area restaurants that can still satisfy your cravings
As the pandemic continues to reshape the local foodie scene, surviving restaurants are finding their own sweet spot somewhere between limited indoor and expanded outdoor dining while ramping up takeout and delivery services. Here are 21 eateries to tantalize your tastebuds in the new year in hopes they’ll all survive well into 2022.
Environmental nonprofit sees Clearwater as beacon of hope
Blue-Green Connections continues to educate and motivate citizens, businesses, and organizations to protect land and waters. Its recognition of Clearwater as a Beacon City is the result of the city’s sustainability and resiliency programming.
Need an arts-and-culture fix post-quarantine? Here’s what you can expect to find nearby
Using CDC guidelines as a framework for reopening, Tampa Bay Area art museums, groups, and venues are starting to invite visitors back while planning for safer experiences as COVID-19 persists.
Pinellas collaborative launches fund for local artists hurt by COVID-19
The Pinellas Arts Community Relief Fund has been created to provide urgent financial support for Pinellas County artists, arts organizations, and creative businesses. See how you can help.
How you can access and support local arts while social distancing
Florida artists, museums, and galleries are stepping up in creative and innovative ways to meet the needs of the community while the threat of COVID-19 keeps us home and looking for things to do.
New SPACEcraft art hubs to travel Pinellas over 2 years
Introducing SPACEcraft traveling art hubs “Make/Play” and “Read/Grow.” The hubs will be inside shipping containers and will host a variety of arts and cultural events including music, arts, book arts, free library, meditation, performance, and gardening.
For Good: Ryan Wells Foundation in Pinellas County supports next gen chefs
The Ryan Wells Foundation helps fund culinary scholarships, industry training opportunities, and funds for consumable purchases in Pinellas County schools. Fair warning: We recommend that you not read this article on an empty stomach. We can't be responsible for your drooling.
Give the gift of shared experiences this holiday season
Create lifelong memories of the season by spending time with loved ones at one of the Tampa Bay Area's local boat parades, Christmas strolls, holiday markets, museum exhibits, and outdoor activities. So many things to do, so little time.
