Times staff
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
GULFPORT
Library will facilitate genealogy discussion
The Gulfport Public Library, 5501 28th Ave. S., is hosting a genealogy discussion group at 1 p.m. Saturday. This is an opportunity to share experiences and information with others interested in delving into their family history. For more information, call (727) 893-1074.
ST. Petersburg
Free public forum on elder abuse and crime
The Pilgrim United Church of Christ, 6315 Central Ave., is hosting a free public forum on elder abuse and crime from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday. The forum will raise awareness and focus on locating and assisting crime victims. For more information, contact Deb Pierce at (727) 570-9696 ext. 279.
PINELLAS PARK
Society is planning Oktoberfest activities
The German American Society is hosting Oktoberfest Friday and Saturday, Oct. 1-2 and Oct. 8-9 beginning at 5 p.m. The big tent will be set up on 66th Street N. Enjoy German oompah music, folk dancers, beer, food, pastries, vendors and drawings for prizes. $6 per person per day. Children 12 and under free. For more information, call (727) 548-5234.
ST. Petersburg
Fall festival to be held at Tyrone Square Mall
Tyrone Square Mall, 6901 Tyrone Square, is hosting a Fall Festival from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday. Shoppers can enjoy food, crafts, handmade jewelry, exotic plants, furniture, skin-care products, herbal teas, health and fitness, and much more from local vendors. For more information, call (727) 347-3889.
ST. PETERSBURG
Glasstoberfest at the Morean Arts Center
The Morean Arts Center Glass Studio and Hot Shop, 719 Central Ave., is hosting Glasstoberfest from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday. A beer tasting will be provided. Demo artists will be creating unique beer glasses. A cash bar will be available. $15 at the door or online at morean artscenter.org. For more information, call (727) 822-7872.
LARGO
All Breed Cat Show is Saturday, Sunday
The Skyway Cat Club and the International Cat Association are hosting an All Breed Cat Show 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Minnreg Hall, 6430 126th Ave. N. Tampa Bay Cat Alliance and Friends of Strays will have rescue cats attending and participating in the show. HALO, EMS for animals, will offer CPR demonstrations Saturday. Admission is $6 for adults, $3 for children, free for ages 5 and under. Bring can or bag of cat food and get $1 off admission. Call (727) 867-7328.
PINELLAS PARK
Trophies, prizes to be awarded at car show
Retired K9 Heroes Inc. is sponsoring an open car show from 4 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday at the Moulin Rouge Restaurant and Lounge parking lot, 10525 U.S. 19 N. All years, makes and models are invited. Trophies will be awarded for all classes plus door prizes. $20 preregistration and $25 the day of show. The chef at the restaurant will be preparing a french buffet for $15. To register or for more information, call Mike at (813) 451-2750.
St. PETERSBURG
Little Italy Pizza hosts 38th anniversary party
Little Italy Pizza, 3523 49th St. N., is hosting a 38th anniversary party from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. today. The first 1,200 guests will receive a free T-shirt. Slices of cheese and pepperoni pizza will be available for 38 cents all day. For more information, call (727) 522-2717.