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Clearwater Memorial Day Ceremony to Honor Veterans
The Tampa Bay Veterans Alliance will host its annual Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 30, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Florida Veterans Memorial Plaza at Crest Lake Park, 201 S. Glenwood Ave. Memorial Day is a day that we honor U.S. military personnel who have died while...
Share Your Vision for Clearwater
This video shows the Strategic Plan meeting held on May 24, 2022 at the North Greenwood Recreation Center. The City of Clearwater has so far held two public meetings to find out how residents think the City should spend approximately $22.48 million of ARPA funds, and get their thoughts on the City’s Strategic Direction Plan.
How Would You Spend $22.48 Million?
It’s not often that you can decide how to spend millions of dollars. But Clearwater residents can participate in doing just that in a series of upcoming meetings held by the City of Clearwater to discuss the city’s strategic direction plan and how the city is proposing to spend the approximately $22.48 million being received as part of the American Rescue Plan Act.
Happy 1st Birthday to The Market Marie!
If you like shopping local, The Market Marie is the place to be. You won’t want to miss this happening event that supports local businesses. This venue made its first appearance in downtown Clearwater on May 8, 2021. Since then, this popular shopping event continued on the second Saturday...
Dine Out on Mother’s Day
Mama, Mommy, Mother or just plain Mom – all names for the woman who raised you and who will love you forever. Moms bandage your boo-boos, wipe your tears and give you lots of hugs and kisses. There are all kinds of moms – biological, foster, step-mother, single mom,...
Holy Molé! Cinco de Mayo in Clearwater
For some strange reason, you’re suddenly craving Mexican food and drink. Tamales and tequila. Chimichangas and Corona. Suddenly you realize…it’s Cinco de Mayo! Party time!. The holiday is more popularly celebrated in the United States than in Mexico and has become associated with a recognition of Mexican-American...
Pier 60 Turns 60!
For six decades, this historic pier off Clearwater Beach has given generations of anglers an enjoyable experience. By Doug Kelly So, what does one do when celebrating a 60th birthday? Is it: A – go out for dinner. B – party at home with family. C – let people walk all over you. Obviously, we’d choose […] The post Pier 60 Turns 60! first appeared on Colorful Clearwater.
Clearwater Art Contest
Calling All Young Artists! Clearwater is in search of the next Picasso. The city is wrapping several trucks with creative messages about protecting our waterways from pollution and litter. Children and teens under the age of 18 are invited to submit their creative work for a chance for their art...
Clearwater Mayor to Be Roasted
A unique event promises to bring a much-needed injection of fun and levity to our community. “The Roast of Frank Hibbard” will take place May 20th at Ruth Eckerd Hall. An assemblage of business and political leaders will roast Clearwater Mayor Frank Hibbard in the style of the Dean Martin and Comedy Central roasts.
Tampa Bay Lightning Lunchtime Pep Rally
On Wednesday, April 27, Tampa Bay Lightning Thunderbug will cross the bridge into Clearwater to pump up fans from across the bay with a lunchtime pep rally ahead of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Thunderbug and the Lightning Street Team will be traveling between the 400 and 500 blocks of Cleveland...
Clearwater Author Spotlight: Doug Kelly
“Florida’s Fishing Legends and Pioneers” systematically chronicles the exploits of the most influential men and women of the sport from the Keys to Jacksonville to Pensacola and back, and everywhere in between. throughout the state. The “Hall of Fame” legends and pioneers have helped preserve the Sunshine State...
The Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival Returns to Clearwater Beach!
Get ready because it’s just around the corner! The Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival returns to Clearwater Beach from April 8 – 24, 2022. From architectural masterpieces created from Clearwater’s famous sugar sand to concerts, performers and daily entertainment, the Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival presented by Visit St. Pete/Clearwater is an annual event attracting visitors from around the world. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday to Thursday, and from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
Top 15 Reasons to Plant a Tree
In 1985, my family moved to Clearwater and I’ve lived in the same house for most of the years since. Our house sits across the road from a city park. I remember when there was 10 times more trees. Back in 1961, a water tower was built on the...
Get a Free Tree!
Elizabeth Drayer, a local environmental attorney and arbitrator, has offered Clearwater residents a unique chance to put more trees in more yards in a campaign called “A Tree Grows in Clearwater.”. Her challenge: Be one of the first 50 people to plant a native tree and we’ll. pay...
Hop On Out to the Only Easter Egg Hunt on Clearwater Beach!
Want a unique Easter experience? Celebrate with an Easter Egg Hunt on Clearwater Beach!. Bring the family to the first and only beach egg hunt at Winter the Dolphin’s Beach Club on Friday, April 15, 2022 from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. There will be free parking until 11 a.m.
Clearwater Celebrates Earth Month
The City of Clearwater is celebrating Earth Month this April by hosting a range of environmental and sustainability activities. One of those activities calls upon residents and visitors to switch off their lights at 9 p.m. April 15 to raise awareness for environmental issues and climate crisis. This idea stems...
Join the Rising Above! Youth Explosion 2022
It’s that time again! An incredible youth leadership conference returns to Clearwater. The 5th Annual Rising Above! Youth Explosion is scheduled to happen from July 20 – July 22, 2022. This exciting event will provide safe, engaging and fun learning experiences to help participants develop their social and decision-making skills that will guide them through life. All kids from 6th grade – 12 grade are invited to attend.
Celebrate Thai Culture at this Free Festival
Last year, Clearwater experienced two new fun cultural events: a flower photo contest and an Asian Lion Dance – both hosted by Chiang Mai Thai & Sushi in The District in Downtown Clearwater. This year, Chiang Mai Thai & Sushi will expand on the concept and sponsor “Thais That...
Roll Out (Bob) the Barrel!
We all know businesses everywhere are struggling, but those along Cleveland Street have an added complication – ongoing and often, annoying, construction. If you haven’t already experienced this joy of significant road bumps, teeth-jarring pot holes and confusion caused by the myriad traffic barriers and cones, well … you’re NOT in for a treat.
Clearwater Neighborhoods Day 2022 in Pictures
Clearwater Neighborhoods Day 2022 proved to be a resounding success with 30 neighborhoods participating. The city-wide event was held on Saturday, March 26, 2022 and celebrated community spirit. City of Clearwater staff and elected officials visited neighborhood block parties for the first time since 2019. The neighborhoods that participated were...
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