Things to do around Pinellas: May 23-29 (2024)

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Things to do around Pinellas: May 23-29 (1)

Clearwater Honor Fest

10 a.m.-8 p.m. May 25. Coachman Park, 300 Cleveland St., Clearwater. Admission to the festival is free and has access to The Green. Clearwater Honor Fest is a day of honor, remembrance and community spirit. Hosted at Coachman Park by the Florida Veterans Coalition and the city of Clearwater. The event will include a parade at 10 a.m., ceremony at noon and a free music festival from 1 to 8 p.m. 727-386-8283. ClearwaterHonorFest.com.

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Largo Memorial Day Ceremony

11 a.m.-noon. May 27. Largo Central Park, 101 Central Park Drive, Largo. Free. Honor our fallen service men and women during the annual ceremony. Live music will be performed as well as readings and presentations from local veterans. 727-587-6740, ext. 5014. playlargo.com.

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Kids Appreciation Day

3-5 p.m. May 29. Seminole City Park, 7464 Ridge Road. This annual celebration is on the last day of school and rewards Seminole area elementary students for a job well done, while also promoting summertime safety and screen-free activities. Local businesses and civic clubs will provide a fun-filled afternoon for kids with bounce houses, games, food, giveaways, and more. Some 20 bikes will be raffled off.

THURSDAY

Nature Park Celebration

6 p.m. May 23. Redington Shores Nature Park, 17925 Gulf Blvd., Redington Shores. Celebrate the renewal of the town’s beautiful park. Light refreshments will be provided. Raffle prizes up for grabs. The new name, Nature Park (formerly Del Bello), reflects the town’s natural surroundings and inhabitants.

South Pasadena Community Band

7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 23. South Pasadena City Hall, 7047 Sunset Drive S., South Pasadena. Free concert and parking.

FRIDAY

Dunedin Downtown Market

9 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 24-25. John R. Lawrence Pioneer Park, 420 Main St. Each Friday and Saturday, shoppers can pick up fresh produce and a wide choice of gourmet items.

GriefShare Session

10 a.m.-noon. May 24. Cornerstone Community Church, 6745 38th Ave. N., St Petersburg. Sessions held every Friday through July 26. GriefShare is for anyone who has lost a loved one to help them through their grief. Workbooks are $20 and scholarships are available. Register online at GriefShare.org but it is not required. Call Virginia McNivens, 727-502-7031 or email vmcnivens@tampabay.rr.com.

Wendy Barmore Sunset Music Series

7-9 p.m. May 24. Weaver Park, 1258 Bayshore Blvd., Dunedin. Enjoy a sunset view from the shoreline and pier while listening to a live band. Bring your blanket or lawn chairs for seating. The Rotary Club will be providing beer and wine for sale, and all proceeds from alcohol sales will go toward the Wendy Barmore Music Scholarship. The featured band May 24 is the The Cats Band. Free to attend.

SATURDAY

Farmers & Flea Market

7 a.m.-2 p.m. May 25-26. 13600 Icot Blvd., Clearwater. The weekly market features locally grown vegetables and tropical fruits, arts and crafts, antique collections, and household products. pinellas-farmers-and-flea-market.ueniweb.com

Chalk the Park

10 a.m. May 25. R.E. Olds Park, 107 Shore Drive W., Oldsmar. Free family-friendly event to express everyone's creative side through colored chalk on sidewalks.

Pinellas Genealogy Society: “RootsMagic User Group”

10 a.m.-noon. May 25. Zoom only. Class explores the use of this popular software program and demonstrates the many features of the program, from the basics of initial entry of family information to more detailed topics. Presented by Debbe Hagner. Visit www.pinellasgenealogysociety.com/calendar to register.

North Pinellas County Democratic Club Memorial Day Picnic

Noon, May 25. Philippe Park Shelter #2, 2525 Philippe Pkwy., Safety Harbor. Outstanding food, great music, amazing raffle baskets plus candidates in attendance. Kids under 12 eat for free. Tickets $25 each or $20 for 2 or more. Purchase tickets at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/northpinellaspicnic

Hibiscus Show and Plant Sale

1-3 p.m. May 25. Starkey Road Baptist Church, 8800 Starkey Road, Seminole. See colors and combinations of colors that you never knew existed in tropical hibiscus. Exhibitors from various places in Florida compete in different categories.

Suncoast Genealogy Society Meeting

1:30-4 p.m. May 25. Palm Harbor Library, 2330 Nebraska Ave., Palm Harbor. Genealogy researcher Debby Wilson Smyth will address members of the Suncoast Genealogy Society. Smyth will present an in-depth look into the evidence analysis process to help research and document your family history. The event is free and open to the public. For information, visit www.SGSFL.com or email Suncoastgensoc@gmail.com.

SUNDAY

Market on Main

10 a.m. May 26. Gazebo at John Wilson Park, 401 Main St., Safety Harbor. Join friends in the community for open-air shopping each Sunday.

Sunday Market in the Park

10 a.m.-2 p.m. May 26. England Brothers Park, 5084 81st Ave. N., Pinellas Park. Weekly year-round market hosts up to 80 vendors, including fresh produce, baked goods, clothing, jewelry, art, home décor, gifts and souvenirs. Food trucks and vendors on site.

Dunedin International Chorale Concert

6 p.m. May 26. John R. Lawrence Pioneer Park, 420 Main St. Come hear the Dunedin International Chorale in concert as they bring you a Celebration of the Red, White and Blue. Bring a lawn chair and your singing voice. Free. Call 727-798-6352 or email rachelleacox1@gmail.com.

MONDAY

Oldsmar Memorial Day Ceremony

10 a.m. May 27. Veterans Memorial Park, 250 Shore Drive E., Oldsmar. Oldsmar honors America's service men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

Gulfport Memorial Day Commemoration

2:30 p.m. May 27. Veterans Park, 5350 31st Ave. S., Gulfport. Pay tribute to the brave men and women who have served the country with unwavering dedication and sacrifice.

TUESDAY

Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market

9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 28. Gulfport's Waterfront District, Beach Boulevard below 29th Avenue S. Find fresh fruits and vegetables, and local art and home goods. Local vendors line the street.

Pinellas Genealogy Society: “DNA Interest Group”

1-2 p.m. May 28. Zoom only. Every fourth Tuesday, learn how to interpret your DNA test results and apply those results to your current family history research. Presented by Denise Manning and Susan Luce. Register at www.pinellasgenealogysociety.com/calendar.

Nutrition Education Class

1-2 p.m. May 28. Mt. Moriah AME Church, 722 S. Disston Ave., Tarpon Springs. This series is a collaborative effort between AdventHealth Community Health/Community Benefit West Florida Division, Mt. Moriah AME Church, and Feeding Tampa Bay. Learn how to set your health goals, smart strategies for food shopping, and weight management during this six-week class. There will be food demonstrations and taste tests. Receive free produce ($10 value) after attending each class. Vouchers can be redeemed with the Feeding Tampa Bay Groceries on the Go truck on site. To register, call Carmen Lake at 727-415-4461.

WEDNESDAY

Madeira Beach Market on Madeira Way

10 a.m.-2 p.m. May 29. Madeira Way. Stop by the Madeira Beach Market on Madeira Way every Wednesday until the end of May.

Pinellas Genealogy Society: “Sharing Interesting Ancestors: Writing Brief Narrative Sketches”

1-2 p.m. May 29. Zoom/Largo Public Library. Do you want to share your family history research and enthusiasm with your relatives, but find that their eyes tend to glaze over when you pull out your pedigree charts and family group sheets? Try presenting the information to them in bite-size chunks, one interesting ancestor at a time, using brief narratives with visual impact. Presented by Karen Fortin. Zoom attendees visit www.pinellasgenealogysociety.com/calendar to register.

LOOKING AHEAD

Float-In Movie

6 p.m. Friday, May 31. Highlander Pool, 1937 Ed Eckert Drive, Dunedin. Enjoy games and trivia, then watch the movie sitting poolside or floating in the pool with your friends and family. You may bring your own single-person pool float. The featured film will be “Super Pets.” $6 per person; 2 and younger are free. Concessions will be available for purchase. Register online or in person during business hours at the Highlander Pool, Dunedin Community Center or MLK Jr. Recreation Center.

Final Friday — John’s Pass Village

6-9 p.m. May 31. John's Pass Bell Tower, John’s Pass Village, Madeira Beach. Head to John's Pass the final Friday of the month for live music, food and drink specials, and more. FinalFridayJohnsPass.com

The OUTies Inaugural Awards GAYLA

7-10 p.m. Friday, May 31. Gulfport Casino Ballroom, 5500 Shore Blvd. S. Celebrate the LGBTQ Resource Center's growth and rebranding as OUT Arts & Culture, the only nonprofit in Pinellas that focuses exclusively on LGBTQ life through the humanities. Meet the individuals and organizations that have supported this evolution. All are welcome to the party, featuring awards emcee Brianna Summers and DJ LucyBlu. $50. www.eventbrite.com/e/the-outies-inaugural-awards-gayla-tickets-879722994157

Teen Tidal Wave

7:30-9:30 p.m. Friday, May 31. Highland Family Aquatic Center, 400 Highland Ave., Largo. $3 per person. Teens take over the Highland Family Aquatic Center for set Fridays this summer. Teens can splash, dance to the music, purchase food from the snack bar and hang out with friends. 727-518-3016. playlargo.com.

Trash Pirates Monthly Beach Cleanup

8-10 a.m. June 1. Archibald Memorial Beach Park, 15100 Gulf Blvd., Madeira Beach. Join the Trash Pirates on the first Saturday each month for their organized beach cleanup. www.facebook.com/madeirabeachtrashpirates

Kick in the Grass Kickball Tournament and Food & Music Festival

9 a.m. Saturday, June 1. Safety Harbor City Park, 940 Seventh St. S. Live music and DJ. Concessions and food trucks and bounce houses. Free admission to festival. $25 VIP tickets. https://safetyharborkickball.com/info.html

Gulfport Pride

10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, June 1. 5500 Shore Blvd S., Gulfport. This free, family-friendly festival celebrates diversity and promotes equality while raising funds for the Sonia Plotnick Women's Health Fund (SPHF) and the Gulfport Kiwanis Club. The events includes the Gulfport Gecko Amalgamated Marching Band and Walking Parade at 2 p.m., vendors, and live performances throughout the day. Free admission and parking. https://gulfportprideflorida.com/

St. Pete Beach Hurricane Preparedness Expo

10 a.m.-noon Saturday, June 1. St. Pete Beach Community Center, 7701 Boca Ciega Drive. The free community event is hosted by St. Pete Beach Fire Rescue. It aims to educate the local community about the importance of preparation and planning. Goodie bags will be distributed to the first 120 participants. Bags will include educational materials and many other giveaways. The guest speaker will be WFLA Chief Meteorologist Jeff Berardelli.

Pinellas County Hurricane Preparedness Day

10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, June 1. Tarpon Springs Public Safety Facility, 444 Huey Ave., Tarpon Springs. Join Pinellas County and the city of Tarpon Springs for a free event to help you and your family get ready for hurricane season. Event highlights will include hurricane season guidance and extreme weather panel with Denis Phillips, chief meteorologist with ABC Action News, and Ross Giarratana, meteorologist with the National Weather Service. There also will be special needs evacuation assistance program registration, free hurricane kits, free animal services, and food.

St. Pete Beach Corey Area Craft Festival

10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, June 1. 415 Corey Ave., St. Pete Beach. Corey Avenue comes alive with some of the best crafters from across the nation showcasing their handmade pottery, jewelry, paintings, and much more.

Central Park Train Rides

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 1. Largo Central Park, 101 Central Park Drive. Miniature train rides are offered the first Saturday of each month. Rides are free, though donations are accepted. Train rides can be accessed via the tan-roofed shelter at the east side of the park. lcrailroad.com

Largo Historical Society Museum Open House

10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, June 1. Historic Largo Feed Store, 295 Central Park Drive, Largo. Enjoy displays of historic items and artifacts that showcase Largo history. 727-535-7342. Free.

Non-Er Con

11 a.m. Saturday, June 1. Sunderman Hockey Rink, Palm Harbor. Come witness the fast action on eight wheels during the event presented by Revolution Roller Derby. Canned goods and nonperishable foods will be collected for a local charity. Bring backpacks, pencils, pens, and anything else for the kiddos. Four all-level, mixed-gender, scrimmages will be held. There will be a bake sale, local vendors, food truck and more. Entry is $10 at the gate. Bring a beach chair for track-side seating. Children 12 and under are free. www.RevolutionRollerDerby.com

Southwest Pool Summer Kickoff

Noon-2 p.m. Saturday, June 1. Southwest Pool, 13120 Vonn Road, Largo. $1 per person. What better way to kick off summer than a splash in Southwest Pool. 727-518-3126. playlargo.com.

Sunset Beach Concert Series

7 p.m. June 6. Sunset Beach, Tarpon Springs. The Sunset Beach Concert Series, presented by the city of Tarpon Springs and AdventHealth North Pinellas, features shows on the first Thursday of the month through November. In the event of inclement weather and the concert is canceled before the start time, the concert will be held the following Thursday. Concessions are available for purchase. Alcohol and pets are prohibited. Parking is limited onsite, so a free courtesy shuttle will deliver concertgoers to and from the beach and Tarpon Springs High School.

The band lineup includes:

June 6 — The Band Grounded

July 11 — ChillyFish

Aug. 1 — Big Picture

Sept. 5 — 60 West

Oct. 3 — The Flipside Band

Nov. 7 — Code Monkey

Tarpon Springs First Friday

6-10 p.m. Friday, June 7. Downtown Tarpon Springs. The event is sponsored by the Tarpon Springs Merchant’s Association. tarponspringsfloridausa.com

Belleair Women’s Republican Club

11:30 a.m. Friday, June 7. Belleair Country Club, One Country Club Lane, Belleair. Citrus Styles, a boutique at 481 Main St., Dunedin, will present a fashion show using club members as models. Mail checks for $37 for the meal, to arrive by May 29 to: BWRC/P.O. Box 1117/850 E. Lime St., Tarpon Springs. Walk-ups cannot be accommodated.

Home Ownership for People Everywhere Expo

7:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 8. Raymond James Financial Center, 880 Carillon Parkway, Tower 4, St. Petersburg. Raymond James Bank will host the 33rd annual expo, which includes a free workshop to provide potential homebuyers with crucial information to help them meet their goals, including down-payment assistance programs. It also features more than 26 exhibitors, including lenders, real estate agents, home inspectors, credit counselors, and more. Participants who complete the workshop will also receive their home-buyer certificate, which may be required by some first-time home buyer programs. Free. To register, visit hopeexpo.org

Treasure Island Monthly Beach Cleanup

8:30-10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 8. Gather at the Waffle House parking lot and move across to the beach. Held the second Saturday of each month.

Folly Faire

9 a.m.-noon Saturday, June 8. Folly Farm Nature Preserve, 1538 Dr. MLK St. N., Safety Harbor. Held the second Saturday of each month.

USCG Auxiliary Recreational Boating Course

9 a.m.-5 p.m. June 8. CGA Training Building, 3120 Miriam St. S. The US Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 7-16 will hold the eight-hour course on the second Saturday of each month. Cost is $40 per person. To reserve a seat, call Marty Richardson at 630-674-5352 or email merichardsonjr.mr@gmail.com.

Second Saturday Market

9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 8. At the Mother Meres parking lot downtown at the corner of Alt. 19 and Tarpon Avenue. The Tarpon Springs Merchants Association hosts the outdoor market the second Saturday of each month. Tarponspringsfloridausa.com or email tarponspringsflorida@gmail.com.

The Market Marie

10 a.m. June 8. Coachman Park, 300 Cleveland St., Clearwater. Shop local with over 85 small business owners every second Saturday. Enjoy live music, delicious food, art, clothing, jewelry, henna, handmade candles, soap, pet treats, home goods and more.

SirQix Dance Event

3-7 p.m. Saturday, June 8. Highland Recreation Center, 400 Highland Ave., Largo. $20 admission for ages 12 and older; 11 and younger are free to enter but cost is $20 to compete. SirQix (circus) is an all-styles dance competition created in 2006. It is one of Florida's longest and most respectable events that features elite dancers from all over the world. Filled with positive energy and good vibes, SirQix is not only a competition but a party. cosmicriotent@gmail.com. playlargo.com.

Athens by Night Presents Latin Fiesta

6-11 p.m. Saturday, June 8. Athens Street, Sponge Docks, Tarpon Springs. A free family event featuring live music, vendors and food. tarponspringsfloridausa.com

Ross Norton Pizza & Pool Party

Noon Thursday, June 13. Ross Norton Recreation Center, 1426 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., Clearwater. It’s a pizza party at the Ross Norton pool. Cost is $3 for children and $4 for adults.

Pride Splash Party

7-9 p.m. Friday, June 14. Highland Family Aquatic Center, 400 Highland Ave., Largo. $5 per person. Attendees will celebrate Pride Month and come together for the LGBTQ+ community and allies. Live DJ, food, games, and more. Wristbands will be sold at the door. All ages are welcome. playlargo.com.

Trivia Night

6:30 p.m. Friday, June 14. Largo Community Center, 400 Alt. Keene Road, Largo. $5 per person. Topic: Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader? Beer and wine will be sold at each trivia night. 727-518-3131. playlargo.com.

Scenes on the Green

8 p.m. June 14. Coachman Park, 300 Cleveland St., Clearwater. Free. Attendees enjoy a free magical movie night under the stars. Bring blankets and low-lying chairs.

Scenes on the Green movie schedule:

June 14 — “The Black Panther”

July 12 — “Captain America”

Aug. 23 — “Air Bud”

Sept. 20 — “A Million Miles Away”

Oct. 25 — “Casper”

Nov. 15 — “The Nightmare Before Christmas” (begins at 7 p.m.)

Dec. 13 — “The Polar Express” (begins at 7 p.m.)

Third Saturdays at Pinewood

10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 15. Pinewood Cultural Park, 12175 125th St., Largo. Creative Pinellas, Florida Botanical Gardens, and Heritage Village host Third Saturdays at Pinewood. www.flbgfoundation.org/thirdsaturdays

Family Field Trip: Adventure Island Tarpon Springs Eco-Cruise

10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, June 15. East Lake Community Library, 4125 East Lake Road Palm Harbor. Enjoy Tarpon Springs’ most popular boating ride — a leisurely two-hour cruise down the Anclote River into the Gulf of Mexico. The captain will narrate the entire trip, where you will learn about the history of Tarpon Springs, the famous Sponge Docks, and the ecological importance of the waterway. Registration required in person at children's desk at the library.

Friday Night Splash

7:30-9:30 p.m. Friday, June 15. Southwest Pool, 13120 Vonn Road, Largo. Spend Friday nights at Southwest Pool. $4 per person. 727-518-3126. playlargo.com.

Paint Flowers for Alzheimer’s

2-3:30 p.m. June 18. Harborside Christian Church, 2200 Marshall St., Safety Harbor. Paint flowers, swirls or your family tree. Paint with family members or in support of a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. All supplies will be provided. Call to register at 727-724-1525, ext. 4107.

Third Friday

6-10 p.m. June 21. Main Street Safety Harbor. Nine blocks of Main Street will come together to showcase the restaurants, bars, shops and nonprofits in the community. The street is wet-zoned so that patrons can purchase and enjoy alcoholic beverages from establishments within the event footprint. info@safetyharborchamber.com.

Teen Tidal Wave

7:30-9:30 p.m. Friday, June 28. Highland Family Aquatic Center, 400 Highland Ave., Largo. $3 per person. Teens take over the Highland Family Aquatic Center for set Fridays this summer. Teens can splash, dance to the music, purchase food from the snack bar and hang out with friends. 727-518-3016. playlargo.com.

Tall Clubs International 2024 Convention

July 2-7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites, 975 Broadway St., Dunedin. Will feature the crowning the new Miss Tall International, fundraising events, two dinner dance events at local venues. Members from the U.S. Canada, and Europe are expected to attend. Male members must be at least 6-foot-2; women at least 5-foot-10. www.tall.org