Saturday, September 11, 2010
Monday
The Clearwater Coin Club will gather in Meeting Room B of the library. The public is invited. 7 p.m. American Legion Post 7, 1760 Turner St., Clearwater. Sponsor: Bob. (727) 688-9871.
Today
Boating Safely Classes: United Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 11-1 Clearwater is offering the two-day class, "About Boating Safely." Topics include boating emergencies, know your boat, getting underway, navigating, operating your boat safely and legal requirements. All graduates receive a Florida State Certification card. Class registration required. 8 a.m. Clearwater Community Sailing Center, 1001 Gulf Blvd., Clearwater. Sponsor: Ann Bennett. (727) 469-8895; www.a0701101.uscgaux.info.
Country Breakfast: The Palm Harbor Community Activity Center and the Senior Center Action Team will serve a country breakfast. The buffet event features scrambled eggs, potatoes, bacon, sausage, grits, pancakes, danish, biscuits and gravy, orange juice and coffee. 8:30-11:30 a.m. $4.50 for non-members, and $2 for children 10 and younger. Palm Harbor Community Activity Center, 1500 16th St., Palm Harbor. (727) 771-6000; www.phrec.org.
Indoor Fresh Market: The air-conditioned mall corridors house a market with fresh produce, prepared foods, multicultural and specialty food, greenery, arts/crafts, music and plenty of seating for people watching. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free (items individually priced). Seminole Mall, 11201 Park Blvd., Seminole. Sponsor: Scott. (727) 776-7261; www.seminolemall.net.
Train Show/Open House: The Suncoast Model Railroad Club has set up more than 100 tables with operating layouts in all scales and train-related memorabilia. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $5, $1 ages 12-17, 16 and younger no fee. Minnreg Building, 6340 126th Ave. N, Largo. (727) 523-1860; www.suncoastmrrc.com.
Lovers and Other Strangers: A romantic comedy by Renee Taylor and Joseph Bologna about relationships, love, and togetherness. Seating at 4 p.m. for Thursday-Sunday evening shows, 11 a.m. for Thursday and Saturday matinees. 1 and 6 p.m. $29.90 plus tax, buffet and show. Early Bird Dinner Theatre, 200 S McMullen-Booth Road, Clearwater. (727) 446-5898; earlybirddinnertheatre.com.
Opera on a Sunday Afternoon: Opera DVDs presented by the Pinellas Opera League. 1:30 p.m. Free. Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art, 600 Klosterman Road, Tarpon Springs. (727) 712-5762; spcollege.edu/museum.
Jewish Genealogical Society Meeting: The Jewish Genealogical Society of Tampa Bay will host a social with refreshments followed by the program, "American Passage: The History Of Ellis Island." Anyone interested in learning how to do Jewish genealogical research is invited to attend. Beginners as well as experienced researchers are welcome. 1:30 p.m. Gulf Coast Jewish Family Services, 14041 Icot Blvd., Clearwater. Sponsor: Sally Israel. (727) 343-1652.
Grandparent's Day: For Grandparent's Day, the grandparent will be admitted free and receive a gift with one paid admission. This event is sponsored by Missing Links. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Highland Recreation Complex and Family Aquatic Center, 400 Highland Ave. NE, Largo. (727) 518-3018 ; www.largo.com/department/division.php?fDD=13-61.
Benefit for Laura (LeCouris) Wessner: Attend a benefit fundraiser for Laura (LeCouris) Wessner, the victim of a boating accident on Aug. 10. The event will feature live music, food, raffles every hour, and a 50/50 drawing at 5 p.m. Call (727) 487-3703 or (727) 744-7654. 2-6 p.m. Call for ticket prices. Paul's Shrimp House, 80 W Live Oak St., Tarpon Springs. (727) 937-1239.
"Our Town": Thornton Wilder's venerable tale about small town morality. Edward Albee called it the "greatest American play ever written." 2 p.m. $18, $16 members, $12 students. Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center, 324 Pine St., Tarpon Springs. (727) 942-5605; tarponarts.org.
Lasting Memories: Reception with refreshments for the opening of an exhibit of landscape paintings by Patty Fitts. Exhibit continues through Oct. 20. 2-4 p.m. Free. Octagon Arts Center, 2470 Nursery Road, Clearwater.
Monday
Tarpon Springs Art Association Membership Meeting: The Tarpon Springs Art Association will hold its first meeting of the new season. Members and nonmembers, residents and nonresidents alike, are welcome. Artists are invited to bring new work for an open critique and discussion called "Show and Tell." Be there by 1:15 p.m. with your work. The association produces two annual membership exhibits with cash awards, as well as a yearly art calendar. The group meets the first Monday of every month. 1:30 p.m. Annual dues are $20. Tarpon Springs Community Center, 400 S Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. (727) 943-7732.
Clearwater Stamp Club: The Clearwater Stamp Club invites all with an interest in stamp collecting to its monthly meeting. This month's program will be a presentation on St. Petersburg, Russia philatelics and history. 4:30-6:30 p.m. Clearwater East Library, 2251 Drew St., Clearwater. Sponsor: Bob. (727) 599-1745.
LiveStrong Exercise for Cancer Survivors: Ongoing gentle exercise class for cancer survivors and those currently in treatment. Mondays. 5-7 p.m. Free admission. YMCA (North Pinellas), 4550 Village Center Drive, Palm Harbor. (727) 772-9622.
Work Out While Kids Play: Parents can choose from Just Pump or Zumba while children have fun at one of Highland's youth classes including Crazy Crafts, Bayside Gymnastics, Super Star Sports, or Tennis. 5:45 p.m. Varies. Highland Recreation Complex and Family Aquatic Center, 400 Highland Ave. NE, Largo. (727) 518-3016; www.largo.com/department/division.php?fDD=13-61.
English as a Second Language Classes: Trained teachers will teach English to students of all ages and nationalities. Free tutoring available Monday nights for school age children and childcare is available Wednesday nights. Various levels of instruction available. 6:30-8 p.m. Free (books not included). First Baptist Church of Indian Rocks, 12685 Ulmerton Road, Largo. (727) 461-7419.
Singing is Life: The Palm Harbor Crystal-Aires Men's Barbershop four-part harmony chorus invites all male singers to come and see if this hobby might appeal to you. 6:45-8:45 p.m. Palm Harbor Community Activity Center, 1500 16th St., Palm Harbor. Sponsor: Wes. (727) 784-8052; crystalaires.com.
Dixieland Dancing: Cut a rug to the live Dixieland jazz sounds of the Bayside Banjo Band. 7-9 p.m. Free. American Legion Post 7, 1760 Turner St., Clearwater. (727) 442-5293.
Amendment 4 Discussion: The Clearwater Neighborhoods Coalition will host a presentation to educate the public about the benefits and consequences of Florida's citizen-initiated Amendment 4, Hometown Democracy. Speaking for the amendment will be Chris Giuliana, attorney and Special Assistant to the president of ARAG North America; providing opposition will be Kathleen Peters, vice president of public affairs with Clearwater Regional Chamber of Commerce. Following the presentation, questions will be taken from the audience. 7-9 p.m. Free. Salvation Army Joy Center, 1521 Druid Road, Clearwater; www.clearwatercoalition.org.
Auditions for "You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown": City of Oldsmar Leisure Services. Needed are dancers, singers and actors of all ages. Rehearsals will be during evening hours. Performance dates are Nov. 11-14 at R. E. Olds Amphitheater. 7-9 p.m. today-Wednesday. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, 650 Pine Ave. N, Oldsmar. (813) 749-1253.
Tuesday
Tai Chi: Learn at a relaxed pace. Tuesdays and Thursdays. 9:30-11 a.m. $3 with ID card; $4 without. Dr. William E. Hale Senior Activity Center, 330 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. (727) 298-3299.
Small Business Counseling: SCORE, a national, nonprofit organization of working and retired business executives, are available for free, confidential business counseling sessions the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N, Safety Harbor. (727) 724-1525, ext. 112.
Mease Manor Language Class: Mease Manor will host a St. Petersburg College Lifelong Learning class, "Everyday Spanish — Interact with Those Around You on a Daily Basis." The class is designed to help non-Spanish speakers communicate key words and phrases for immediate communication with non-English speakers. Participants will also experience Spanish culture, history, food and music in an interactive environment. Classes begin Sept. 14 and will be held Tuesdays through Oct. 5. 1:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Cost is $65. Mease Manor, 700 Mease Plaza, Dunedin. (727) 341-3184.
Films on the Bluff: Watch a movie for free at the library. This portion features Hachi: A Dog's Tale, an adaptation of a true Japanese tale about a loyal dog named Hachiko, starring Richard Gere and Joan Allen. 2 p.m. Free. Clearwater Main Library, 100 N Osceola Ave., Clearwater. (727) 562-4970; myclearwater.com/cpl.
Open House: LifeSkills Center of North Pinellas, a Pinellas County Charter High School, is hosting its annual open house, "Kickoff to a New Year" Tailgate Party. Family, friends, and the community are welcome to share food, games and prizes with staff. 4-7 p.m. Free. Life Skills Center of North Pinellas, 2471 McMullen Booth Road, Suite 200, Clearwater. Sponsor: Kimberland Griffin. (727) 724-9709.
Singles Meeting: The Upper Pinellas Singles, a group of active seniors 50-plus, meet weekly for dinner, a program and socializing. 6 p.m. $7 per person. First United Methodist Church of Dunedin, 449 Wood St., Dunedin. (727) 736-4623.
Three Keys to a Successful Job Search: The career workshop, presented by John Sattler, certified personnel consultant, will cover how to find job postings and locate companies, how to correctly apply for jobs and make your resume stand out, and how to successfully secure an interview, even if they don't contact you. 6:30 p.m. Free. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N, Safety Harbor. (727) 724-1525, ext. 112.
Social Security Workshop for Baby Boomers: The decisions baby boomers make now can have a tremendous impact on the amount of Social Security benefits they receive over their lifetime. J. Henry Livingston, CFP, president, Retirement Resources Advisory Inc., will discuss five factors to consider before applying for benefits. Seating is limited and reservations are recommended. 6:30 p.m. Free. Dunedin Community Center, 1920 Pinehurst Road, Dunedin. (727) 799-0551.
Clearwater/St. Petersburg Ski and Sports Club Meeting: Pinellas County's only snow ski club will showcase the club's five winter ski trips for the upcoming season and allow people interested in the sport to meet, eat, drink and have a fun and relaxing time. 7 p.m. The program is free. Thirsty Marlin, 351 West Bay Drive No. 1, Largo. (727) 586-3474; www.snowshark.org.
Donoghue-Dunedin Toastmasters Club: Wish you could be a better public speaker? Check out what this group has to offer. 7-8:30 p.m. Unity Community Church, 1315 Bayshore Blvd., Dunedin. Sponsor: Karen. (727) 455-0454.