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How golf can keep from dying
With a college education coming by way of a golf scholarship, I eschewed a career as a wealthy touring pro and instead became a starving writer. I’ve nonetheless kept an interest in the sport with occasional visits to PGA Tour events to behold the greats of the game. I especially...
Clearwater Celebrates Earth Day
The City of Clearwater Parks & Recreation Volunteer Program is gearing up to celebrate Earth Day 2021!. This year marks the 51st Anniversary of the holiday which takes place on April 22. Earth Day is more than just a one-day celebration, as the parks & recreation department works year-round to ensure the brightest and most beautiful city with the help of our fantastic volunteer community. This year the city’s volunteer program is teaming up with community members and local organizations to host several initiatives around the city. Initiatives consist of invasive plant removals, park plantings, and litter pickups.
Earth Day Invades Moccasin Lake Nature Park
Take part in an interactive and educational outdoor invasive species scavenger hunt at Moccasin Lake Nature Park. The City of Clearwater invites the public to join its 2021 Earth Day celebration with an interactive and educational outdoor invasive species scavenger hunt at Moccasin Lake Nature Park. Participants will learn about the state’s invasive plant species and how to identify them in real life.
April 16th is Librarian Day
National Librarian Day falls on April 16th and Colorful Clearwater wants to honor those special people who are such an important part of our city – our librarians!. Clearwater has five libraries: Main Library, East Community Library, Countryside Library, North Greenwood Library and the Beach Library. The Clearwater Library system...
Crest Lake Park Renovations Complete
A new bright and beautiful park now greets residents and visitors heading into downtown Clearwater. The $5.7 million makeover of Crest Lake Park makes it the city’s newest signature parks. The park, which was closed during the past year or so for construction, will open during a special ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday, April 26 at 9 a.m.
Serena by the Sea – The Sunset is Calling
Is there a more soothing sound than the lapping of the waves in the near distance? Serena by the Sea’s open architecture and smart design deliver expansive atmospheres that make every space feel one with nature. Luxury in every detail with a striking design offset by a beautiful setting, Serena...
See the Future of Imagine Clearwater in 3D video
Beginning in May, Clearwater will break ground on Imagine Clearwater – a $64 million plan to turn the downtown Clearwater waterfront into a park – complete with an amphitheater with a canopy over 4,000 seats, expansive lawns, gateway plazas and walkways, shade structures, a lake, a water feature, playground and splash pad.
360° Views of Downtown Clearwater
The City of Clearwater sent out a Request for Proposals (RFP) for development of the downtown Harborview and two additional bluff properties on January 11, 2021. The video shows 360° views of the development sites, perfectly situated in Clearwater’s downtown waterfront, which sits on an elevated bluff along the Intracoastal Waterway, overlooking the beautiful Clearwater Harbor Marina.
Amber Visits All 110 Parks & Rec Facilities in Clearwater (gallery)
Amber decided she wanted to visit all 110 Parks & Rec facilities in Clearwater. It took her 42 days! She discovered hidden gems she never knew existed and is excited about going back. For a list of the parks and their addresses, check out Mark Your Park. Follow Amber on...
Amber Visits All 110 Parks & Rec Facilities in Clearwater
Amber decided she wanted to visit all 110 Parks & Rec facilities in Clearwater. She discovered hidden gems she never knew existed and is excited about going back. For a list of the parks and their addresses, check out Mark Your Park. Follow Amber on Instagram at @amberinclearwater.
Crossing Over
Lately, too many pedestrians have been hit by cars in Clearwater. Even one injury or death is too many. In February, the Clearwater Police Department made a video illustrating one such instance of jaywalking, to help inform the public of the importance of using crosswalks. Even after news outlets warned...
A Soppy Doggy Bloggy
Just the other day, one of President Biden’s two German Shepherds bit a White House security agent. The two dogs are being transferred back to Biden’s home in Wilmington, Delaware. It’s upsetting to see things like that happen, but unfortunately a dog cannot tell its side of the story. Was...
Beach Scavenger Hunt!
In place of doing the Annual Egg Hunt, the Clearwater Beach Recreation Center will be hosting a virtual scavenger hunt for kids 17 and under. With a smartphone in everyone’s pocket these days, organizers have decided to put those to use in this fun event. Participants will get a picture...
Happy Hunting!
You can help celebrate Florida Bicycle Month throughout the month of March by joining the second free self-guided “Bike Your Own City” biking scavenger hunt, hosted by Forward Pinellas. Throughout the month of March, participants will be challenged to find 20 items while biking throughout their own community and submit...
Focus on the Arts
Designing Local, Ltd. is hosting a series of virtual public focus groups to gather feedback for the Clearwater Cultural Arts Strategic Plan. These online sessions will help us set the standard for future decisions about the arts and culture in our community. Focus groups will be held on the following...
Local Entrepreneur Leah Nicholson of Draft Florida
In honor of International Women’s Day, Colorful Clearwater spotlights local female entrepreneur and independent hospitality owner, Leah Nicholson, who helms Draft Florida, a mobile beverage trailer she rents out to clients for their use. The trailer is set up to serve anything that comes in a keg, whether that’s beer,...
Your Ultimate Guide to Spring Break 2021
A family-friendly Spring Break destination, Clearwater Beach is known for its clear blue waters, white sugar sand and spectacular sunsets. It’s no wonder Clearwater Beach was voted the #1 beach in America. Spring Break typically runs from as early as mid-February to late April because of the tiered vacation dates...
Send It with Bubbles
Phil & Kris Cousineau got the idea for their successful office center and shipping business while eating pizza at Monty’s Pizzeria on Nursery Road. “We lived in the neighborhood and noticed the travel agency was closing on Belcher Road,” Kris told ColorfulClearwater.com. “As we were eating lunch, we asked ourselves, what does the neighborhood need? Not what we wanted the neighborhood to have.”
Holy Crêpe!
Indulge in a “Taste of France” with delicious, fresh, made to order sweet and savory crepes made with the freshest ingredients. With over 36 decadent or healthy crepes to choose from or the ability to create your own masterpiece there is something for everyone to enjoy. Holy Crepe is the...
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