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May 16, 2008
Puppets on Parade
When: Friday, May 16th and Saturday, May 17th Where: Great Explorations Children’s Museum Why: A NEW fantastic puppet show titled, “Fish and Water World Production”. Shows begin at 11 am.
Sunset Cinema
When: Saturday, May 17th , Gates open at 6/film at 8:15 Where: Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park, Downtown on the River Why: Bank of America partners with The Tampa Theatre to bring free movies under the stars. This outdoor traveling picture show will feature The Wizard of Oz for this month’s special event. Come early to get your spot and enjoy pre-movie entertainment. Bring a picnic basket and blankets and get ready for a wonderful evening with family and friends. Visit www.tampatheatre.org for more information, including driving directions.
Boot Camp for New Dads
When: Saturday, May 17th Where: Brandon Regional Hospital Why: This unique father-to-father class teaches all the basics: diapering, swaddling, feeding and supporting the new mom, all in a relaxed, friendly environment. Spans all economic levels, ages and cultures. Call (813) 356-1293 ext. 226 to register.
Arts Alive 2008
When: Saturday, May 17th Where: St, Petersburg Museums Why: Come out and enjoy one of St. Pete’s magnificent museums this Saturday. FREE access for Pinellas and Hillsborough County residents to any of the following museums: The Dali Museum, The Florida Holocaust Museum, Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg Museum of History, Great Explorations and even Sunken Gardens. Just bring valid I.D. that you are a Pinellas or Hillsborough resident.
Child Safety Expo
When: Saturday, May 17th Where: The Florida Aquarium Why: The aquarium is providing more than just entertainment this Saturday---they are also giving parents valuable information regarding their children’s safety. Child Protection Agency of America will provide FREE child identification kits along with info. from other
participating vendors.
Free Kid’s Matinee
When: Saturday, May 17th Where: The Beach Theatre, 315 Corey Avenue, St. Pete Why: Bring the kids to a free matinee at the quaint, historic Beach Theatre in St. Pete to see the classic film, The Black Stallion. Next Saturday, Nancy Drew: Trouble Shooter. For more info. and driving directions, visit: www.beach-theatre.com
Arthur’s World
When: Saturday, May 23rd Where: Great Explorations Children’s Museum Why: The popular PBS children’s character is part of a fantastic touring exhibit which is coming to St. Pete’s Children’s Museum! This exhibit will engage children in reading activities in their favorite Arthur scenes enforcing the idea that reading is cool and kid’s can be problem solvers. Check out www.greatex.org for all the details!
Story Time at Kid City
When: Friday, May 23rd Where: Kid City Why: Come hear the book, “Dog Dreams – Canine Chicanery” from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. courtesy of the Hillsborough County Public Library.
Tools for Positive Behavior Change
When: Mid-June Where: Baby Bungalow Why: Get the tools you need to manage your child’s behavior before it gets out of control. The Bungalow’s Tools for Positive Behavior class will give you strategies and tips beyond ‘time out’ delivered from a USF certified behavior analyst. Call 356-1293. This 8-week class is $75.
Disney’s The Lion King
When: Now until June 22nd Where: Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center Why: The classic Disney tale of growing up on the wild side is brilliantly performed for audiences young and old alike. Check out www.tampacenter.com for ticket information.
Couple Time
Food & Wine Festival
When: Saturday, May 17th Where: Don Cesar Beach Resort, St. Petersburg Why: Get a daytime sitter to attend this age 21+ 2nd annual foodie festival which promises to be a celebration of delicious food and drink. The event runs Thursday-Saturday, with hours Saturday for The Grand Tasting and Seminars from 1-4. There is also a separate Black Tie Gala and Auction that night. Go online to www.unleashyourpalate.com for advance ticket purchase.
Alicia Keys with Ne-Yo & Jordan Sparks Tour
When: Saturday, May 24th Where: St. Pete Times Forum Why: Award winning musical talent Alicia Keys will be performing a variety of hits on her “As I Am” tour. For ticket info., visit: www.icepalace.com
Chris Rock--No Apologies Tour
When: July 2nd Where: Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center Why: Definitely not a show for the kiddies, and surely not giving out any apologies, Chris Rock does guarantee to make you laugh out loud. This popular comic’s show is sure to sell out, so buy your tickets now. Visit: www.tampacenter.com
and by the way . . .
Little Peeps Big Birthday Sale is Thursday-Saturday, May 15th-17th! Pop in for Spectacular Bargains on Popular Brands!
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May 16, 2008
Puppets on Parade
When: Friday, May 16th and Saturday, May 17th Where: Great Explorations Children’s Museum Why: A NEW fantastic puppet show titled, “Fish and Water World Production”. Shows begin at 11 am.
Sunset Cinema
When: Saturday, May 17th , Gates open at 6/film at 8:15 Where: Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park, Downtown on the River Why: Bank of America partners with The Tampa Theatre to bring free movies under the stars. This outdoor traveling picture show will feature The Wizard of Oz for this month’s special event. Come early to get your spot and enjoy pre-movie entertainment. Bring a picnic basket and blankets and get ready for a wonderful evening with family and friends. Visit www.tampatheatre.org for more information, including driving directions.
Boot Camp for New Dads
When: Saturday, May 17th Where: Brandon Regional Hospital Why: This unique father-to-father class teaches all the basics: diapering, swaddling, feeding and supporting the new mom, all in a relaxed, friendly environment. Spans all economic levels, ages and cultures. Call (813) 356-1293 ext. 226 to register.
Arts Alive 2008
When: Saturday, May 17th Where: St, Petersburg Museums Why: Come out and enjoy one of St. Pete’s magnificent museums this Saturday. FREE access for Pinellas and Hillsborough County residents to any of the following museums: The Dali Museum, The Florida Holocaust Museum, Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg Museum of History, Great Explorations and even Sunken Gardens. Just bring valid I.D. that you are a Pinellas or Hillsborough resident.
Child Safety Expo
When: Saturday, May 17th Where: The Florida Aquarium Why: The aquarium is providing more than just entertainment this Saturday---they are also giving parents valuable information regarding their children’s safety. Child Protection Agency of America will provide FREE child identification kits along with info. from other
participating vendors.
Free Kid’s Matinee
When: Saturday, May 17th Where: The Beach Theatre, 315 Corey Avenue, St. Pete Why: Bring the kids to a free matinee at the quaint, historic Beach Theatre in St. Pete to see the classic film, The Black Stallion. Next Saturday, Nancy Drew: Trouble Shooter. For more info. and driving directions, visit: www.beach-theatre.com
Arthur’s World
When: Saturday, May 23rd Where: Great Explorations Children’s Museum Why: The popular PBS children’s character is part of a fantastic touring exhibit which is coming to St. Pete’s Children’s Museum! This exhibit will engage children in reading activities in their favorite Arthur scenes enforcing the idea that reading is cool and kid’s can be problem solvers. Check out www.greatex.org for all the details!
Story Time at Kid City
When: Friday, May 23rd Where: Kid City Why: Come hear the book, “Dog Dreams – Canine Chicanery” from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. courtesy of the Hillsborough County Public Library.
Tools for Positive Behavior Change
When: Mid-June Where: Baby Bungalow Why: Get the tools you need to manage your child’s behavior before it gets out of control. The Bungalow’s Tools for Positive Behavior class will give you strategies and tips beyond ‘time out’ delivered from a USF certified behavior analyst. Call 356-1293. This 8-week class is $75.
Disney’s The Lion King
When: Now until June 22nd Where: Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center Why: The classic Disney tale of growing up on the wild side is brilliantly performed for audiences young and old alike. Check out www.tampacenter.com for ticket information.
Couple Time
Food & Wine Festival
When: Saturday, May 17th Where: Don Cesar Beach Resort, St. Petersburg Why: Get a daytime sitter to attend this age 21+ 2nd annual foodie festival which promises to be a celebration of delicious food and drink. The event runs Thursday-Saturday, with hours Saturday for The Grand Tasting and Seminars from 1-4. There is also a separate Black Tie Gala and Auction that night. Go online to www.unleashyourpalate.com for advance ticket purchase.
Alicia Keys with Ne-Yo & Jordan Sparks Tour
When: Saturday, May 24th Where: St. Pete Times Forum Why: Award winning musical talent Alicia Keys will be performing a variety of hits on her “As I Am” tour. For ticket info., visit: www.icepalace.com
Chris Rock--No Apologies Tour
When: July 2nd Where: Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center Why: Definitely not a show for the kiddies, and surely not giving out any apologies, Chris Rock does guarantee to make you laugh out loud. This popular comic’s show is sure to sell out, so buy your tickets now. Visit: www.tampacenter.com
and by the way . . .
Little Peeps Big Birthday Sale is Thursday-Saturday, May 15th-17th! Pop in for Spectacular Bargains on Popular Brands!
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