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New 50’s motorway diner, Route 66, brings classic cars and comfort food to Pinellas Park
A new diner opened a few months ago called Route 66 Diner. Smartly located on 66th street (9721 66th) in Pinellas Park, the diner takes its namesake from the classic American route that runs from Chicago, Illinois to Santa Monica, California, a route that nears mythical status in the imagination of travelers and is a right-of-passage for motor enthusiasts. True to its namesake, Route 66 Diner yokes classic grub and classic cars.
Girls Rock St. Pete summer camp Rocks Jannus Live
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Girls Rock St. Pete is having their fifth summer camp rock concert this weekend at Jannus Live. The rock show performances begin at 6 p.m. and you can find tickets on this link. About 50 young summer campers ages eight to 17 took a week...
Longtime St. Pete theater company needs help from community to keep running
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - A St. Pete staple is in danger of disappearing. American Stage says they don’t have money to continue the musical series they started almost 40 years ago, American Stage in the Park. They’re now appealing to the community to prevent the final curtain call.
Review: Steel Pulse brings unity and resilience to St. Pete [PHOTOS]
Last night in St. Petersburg, iconic reggae band Steel Pulse showed what “One Love” truly means. The U.K. outfit has has been performing for over 48 years, and show no signs of slowing down. Inspired into existence by Bob Marley’s “Catch a Fire,” Steel Pulse found an affinity with the righteous rebellion and built its early reputation largely by touring punk venues. Steel Pulse’s crossover appeal derives in large part from its thoughtfulness and unifying messages, but even more so from the group’s incredible strength as one of the world’s very best, self-contained, reggae units.
Popular Anna Maria Island restaurants have been sold to a Pinellas group
After 45 years, Chiles Hospitality announced that it has sold its popular waterfront restaurants in Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key to Pinellas County-based Beachside Hospitality Group. Sandbar Seafood & Spirits and Beach House Waterfront Restaurant in Anna Maria Island and Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub in Longboat Key...
Gen Z gets better, sweatier together with Pinellas Run Club
In just a year, young Tampa Bay newcomers have taken Pinellas Run Club from a group of seven friends and family into a diverse swarm of around 150 taking over St. Petersburg twice a week.The big picture: Tech is failing the loneliness crisis, so Gen Z is turning to old-fashioned sweat and shoelaces.Running is lapping other sports across fitness trackers, and Gen Z is setting the pace.What they're saying: "When you sweat with someone you build another type of relationship than if you were to just go grab coffee or a beer," Brent Thomas, who runs the club with his...
Exclusive: Morean Arts Center plans to build new five-story building to expand offerings, relocate Chihuly Collection
Each year, The Morean Arts Center welcomes more than 90,000 visitors to its downtown St. Pete property. Now, the arts hub looks to the future with expansion plans that would greatly increase its footprint on Central Avenue. The Morean Arts Center, which contains an amazing contemporary art gallery and offers...
Al Downing Honors at The Palladium
A conversation with Frank Williams requires some prep – eight hours of sleep, a good breakfast, some stretching. After all, you’re going to be covering a lot of ground. “I’ve worn many hats in my life,” says the 75-year-old musician-educator. “There’s the FAMU Marching 100 hat, the Boca Ciega band director hat, the Clearwater Jazz Holiday hat (he’s the organization’s education consultant). So I can talk about anything related to music, especially jazz in Florida. It just depends on how deep you want to go.”
Celebrate the Annual Sunrise Sale &
The annual Sunrise Sale, a beloved tradition in St. Petersburg, has been lighting up the summer mornings since 1973. Launched by the Downtown Business Association to support local brick-and-mortar businesses during the slower summer months, this event has become a staple in the community's calendar. The Origins of the Sunrise...
Highlighting Local Artist Matt Shapiro of 1771 Designs at The St. Pete Store & Visitor Center
Seventeen Seventyone Designs at the St. Pete Store & Visitor Center. At The St. Pete Store, we're proud to showcase the incredible talent and creativity of local artists. Now, we're shining a spotlight on Matt Shapiro, the visionary behind 1771 Designs. You might recognize the Shapiro name from the renowned Shapiro Gallery on Beach Dr., owned by his parents.
Previews: THIRD TIME'S A CHARM: A NIGHT OF ONE ACTS BY KENNEDY ENGASSER at The Studio@620
1 Review: Jobsite Theater's THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at the Jaeb - 'Don't Dream It, Be It!'. The third time is definitely a charm for playwright Kennedy Engasser. Her third "Night of One Acts" is a delightful mix of comedy and drama, debuting at The Studio@620 on July 26 -27. Inspired by her deep involvement in her high school's theater program and her passion for one-act plays, Engasser has crafted a series of performances that promise to entertain and provoke thought.
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