WOO Fest 2013 in St. Petersburg

B.C. Woo was an artist that lived and painted in St. Petersburg Florida. Woo was more than just another artist he was a good friend who was always a positive motivator. One year ago Woo passed away in his studio while painting and today is the celebration of everything he did for so many different people especially the art community in Downtown St. Petersburg. The Woo Fest 2013 will take place at the www.sixhundredblock.com 600 Block off of Central Ave. in Downtown. There will be artist painting in the streets as well as a art show and LIVE MUSIC all day long. Also it is Small Business Saturday www.discoverdowntown.com so you will be able to visit the many unique shops and galleries. Woo may be gone but he will never be forgotten. So please come to Downtown St. Petersburg to celebrate the life of a great artist and man B.C. Woo, he would want you to keep ENJOYING TAMPA BAY!

The Music of Pink Floyd

Happy Thanksgiving to everyone we should all be thankful of our families, friends and the fact we live in Tampa Bay. Today is a day for eating, watching football and relaxing but get ready for a great weekend of events and weather. Friday night at the Mahaffey Theatre in Downtown St. Petersburg www.themahaffey.com it is the Florida Orchestra's concert The Music of Pink Floyd. The Florida Orchestra www.floridaorchestra.org will join forces with a full rock band to re-create the hits of Pink Floyd. This concert will celebrate the 40th anniversary of the album Dark Side of the Moon. The Mahaffey is a great place to see a concert with great acoustics, a wonderful staff and a nice drink and snack selection. So go to the Mahaffey Theatre on Friday night for The Music of Pink Floyd and keep ENJOYING TAMPA BAY!

Ferg's 21st Birthday Party

Tonight starting at 6pm www.fergssportsbar.com it is Ferg's Sports Bar and Grill's 21st Birthday Party. Fergs Sports Bar and Grill is located at 1320 Central Avenue right across the street from the St. Petersburg Police Department. There is NO COVER for this party with food and drink specials as well as LIVE MUSIC from the funky dance band The Black Honkeys. www.theblackhonkeys.com Fergs is a fun place to go before a Baseball game, to watch a game or just hang out with some friends. They have a nice menu with a great selection of beers and cocktails. So get out tonight and start the Thanksgiving weekend off with some great LIVE MUSIC and Ferg's Birthday Party and keep ENJOYING TAMPA BAY!

Gulfport Farmers Market

Every Tuesday from 9am-3pm it is the Gulfport Farmers Market in Downtown Gulfport with over 60 vendors with quality items to purchase. www.gulfportma.com This is a beautiful little town that is right on the Gulf. They have nice restaurants, unique shops and events year round. They have an Art Walk the 1st Friday and the 3rd Saturday of every month and many other great festivals. My favorite place to eat in Gulfport is the wonderful Italian bistro Pia's Trattoria www.piastrattoria.com which offers indoor or outdoor seating. The Italian menu has a nice variety of antipasto's, panini's and pasta dishes with a nice selection of beer and wine. The food is always delicious and fresh plus they have a very fun and friendly staff. So go to Gulfport today visit the market to start your hoilday shopping  and keep ENJOYING TAMPA BAY!

Visit Fort Desoto for the Holidays

May 11, 1963 was opening day for the beautiful Fort De Soto Park www.fortdesoto.com and this year the Park turns 50. The park is located in the southwest corner of mullet creek which is near Tierra Verde. The park has 1136 acres of practically untouched land there is also a beach and a Fort to explore. Will at the park you will see a lot of wildlife so make sure you have your camera. There is a food stand to grab a quick snack and if you want to go exploring even more their is a spot where you can rent a canoe or kayak. The parking fee is $ 5.00 unless you have a disabled parking permit/tag and then there is no fee. If you enjoy camping this is a great location with wonderful facilities and friendly people to meet. So take a day trip and go visit Fort De Soto Park and keep ENJOYING TAMPA BAY!

Art Walk at Harbour Island

Today www.harbourislandartwalk.com from 12-5pm it is the monthly Harbour Island Art Walk located in Downtown Tampa on Harbour Island which is right behind the Tampa Bay Times Forum. There will be unique art, jewelry, home and garden items for sale along with speciality foods. This event is set up at a waterfront setting and in a very nice neighborhood. The holidays are just around the corner and it is never to early to start shopping. So come out this afternoon to beautiful Harbor Island to visit the monthly Art Walk and keep ENJOYING TAMPA BAY!

Craft Art Festival in St. Petersburg

Today and tomorrow from 10am-5pm in Downtown St. Petersburg on Central Ave. and 5th street the roads will be closed for the Annual Craft Art Festival. This is an event with artist from all over the U.S. There will be LIVE MUSIC, food trucks, interactive activities and special family friendly things to do. While in Downtown St. Petersburg make sure you visit one of the many restaurants and unique shops and start your Holiday shopping now. www.discoverdowntown.com Also just down the street is the Saturday Morning Market with over 120 vendors. www.saturdaymorningmarket.com So take the time this weekend to visit Downtown St. Petersburg and keep ENJOYING TAMPA BAY!