Tuesday May 20, 2008
Start: 4:00 am
End: 11:00 am

Check out the “Royalty... Triumphs and Tragedies” Exhibitat the St. Petersburg Museum of History on Second Avenue in St. Pete. The exhibit, which runs from Feb. 9 through Sept. 28, includes artifacts and documents from a variety of Royals including Queen Elizabeth II, The Queen Mother, Diana, Princess of Wales among others. Limited edition royal memorabilia is also on sale in the gift shop with part of the proceeds going to The Hospice of the Florida Suncoast. $7-12. Open Tue. through Sat., 10am-5pm and Sun., 1-5pm. 727.894.1052.

Wednesday May 21, 2008
Start: 11:30 am
End: 1:30 pm

Get tips designed for new parents at the Healthy Parenting Workshop at the Centre for Women in Tampa. This five-week series from the Center for Women’s Family Service Association in Brandon focuses on offering information for raising a healthy child. $40. 5:30-7:30pm. 813.521.8437.

Thursday May 22, 2008
Start: 5:00 am
End: 6:00 am

Enjoy the sounds of young pianist Jason Nong at “Romance & Rhapsody," a concert being performed by the previous Young Artist competition winner at the Mahaffey Theater at the Progress Energy Center in St. Pete. Tickets, $20-32. 11am. 727.892.5798.

Friday May 23, 2008
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm
No, you’re not having college flashbacks. It’s the Return of Kids in the Hall to the stage at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater. The comedy troupe goes on tour for the first time in 6 years and appears for a one-time performance in the Bay area. Tickets, $42.75-55.75. 8pm. 727.791.7400.
Saturday May 24, 2008
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 4:30 pm
Take her as she is. Check out R&B superstar Alicia Keys onstage as her “As I Am” tour hits the St. Pete Times Forum in Tampa. Guests Ne-Yo and American Idol 6 winner Jordin Sparks are scheduled to open the show. Tickets, $39.50-$100. 8pm. 813.287.8844.
Sunday May 25, 2008
Start: 12:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm

Prep those pipes and pack up the family for Karaoke Night at the Hudson Beach Ice Cream Parlor at 6930 Clark St. Have fun with your friends and family singing golden oldies every Sunday night. FREE. 6-10pm.

Monday May 26, 2008
Start: 2:30 am
End: 11:00 am

Spend Memorial Day at the Zoo at Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo. Anyloved one who is an active duty, activated, retired or drilling reservist, or National Guardsman will receive free admission. He or she will need to show a Department of Defense photo ID at the zoo ticket counter. As many as three direct dependents of military personnel also are entitled to free admission. Dependents may take advantage of the offer without their service member, though an adult must accompany minor dependents. 9:30am-5pm. lowryparkzoo.com.

Tuesday May 27, 2008
Start: 2:30 pm
End: 10:00 pm

Support the Salvation Army’s efforts to help the Bay area homeless with its Diaper Drive being held all month at its St. Pete location. The organization has an urgent need for baby diapers for newborns and sizes one through six. Drop off donations at 340 14th Ave. S. Weekdays, 8:30am-4pm. 727.550.8080, x332.

Wednesday May 28, 2008
Start: 11:00 am
End: 1:00 pm

Take five at the Happiness Pit Stop, hosted by the BlueOrchidHealingCenter in Palm Harbor. Guests enjoy a variety of 15-minute happiness boosters including acupuncture, hand treatments and upper back massages designed to de-stress and rejuvenate. Minimum $25 donation benefits Pinellas Habitat for Humanity. 5-7pm. 727.771.7110.

Start: 12:00 pm
End: 3:00 pm

Enjoy the energy and joyful sounds of the Live Concert Series at OldHyde ParkVillage in Tampa. Series held on the last Wednesday of every month through October with portion of the proceeds benefitting local charities. FREE. 6-9pm. 813.251.3500.

Thursday May 29, 2008
Start: 1:00 pm
Start: 05/29/2008 - 13:00
End: 06/08/2008 - 15:00

Witness the future Mamets at Young Dramatists’ Project ’08 at the Gorilla Theatre in Tampa May 29-June 8. See full-scale professional productions of this annual playwriting competition for Bay area teens. The top five plays are presented during the theatre’s final week of the season.$20 Thursdays, $25 Friday-Sunday. 7pm. gorillatheatre.com.

Friday May 30, 2008
(all day)
Start: 05/29/2008 - 13:00
End: 06/08/2008 - 15:00

Witness the future Mamets at Young Dramatists’ Project ’08 at the Gorilla Theatre in Tampa May 29-June 8. See full-scale professional productions of this annual playwriting competition for Bay area teens. The top five plays are presented during the theatre’s final week of the season.$20 Thursdays, $25 Friday-Sunday. 7pm. gorillatheatre.com.

Start: 11:30 am
End: 5:30 pm
Celebrate Carrie and the gang hitting the silver screen at the Sex and the City Premiere Party at The Table St. Petersburg. Kick off the night at the Cosmopolitan Hour from 5:30-7:30pm featuring happy hour specials and the “Cosmo.” Head out to the movie with your girlfriends at BayWalk Muvico and return for the Post Sex Party from 9:30-11:30pm and a Fabulous Foursome Fashion competition.
Saturday May 31, 2008
(all day)
Start: 05/29/2008 - 13:00
End: 06/08/2008 - 15:00

Witness the future Mamets at Young Dramatists’ Project ’08 at the Gorilla Theatre in Tampa May 29-June 8. See full-scale professional productions of this annual playwriting competition for Bay area teens. The top five plays are presented during the theatre’s final week of the season.$20 Thursdays, $25 Friday-Sunday. 7pm. gorillatheatre.com.

Start: 1:00 pm
End: 6:00 pm
Check out works by more than 80 local artists at GO!, an art, fashion and music showcase being held at The Ritz Ybor in Ybor City (formerly Masquerade). Local artists featured include pop artist Katy Alderman and musician Julia Ozimek. All artwork and designs will be available for purchase by the public. A percentage of proceeds from sales at GO! will benefit Central Park Village Youth Services, Inc. FREE admission. 7pm-midnight. Fashion show begins at 8:30pm. theritzybor.com.
Start: 1:00 pm
End: 6:00 pm

Support local art at the Go!Square One Art, Fashion & Music Showcase at The Ritz Ybor in Ybor City. Check out the work of local fashion designers and more than 80 artists. Percentage of all sales will go to Central Park Village Youth Services, Inc. FREE. 7pm-midnight. myspace.com/square1art.

Sunday June 1, 2008
(all day)
Start: 05/29/2008 - 13:00
End: 06/08/2008 - 15:00

Witness the future Mamets at Young Dramatists’ Project ’08 at the Gorilla Theatre in Tampa May 29-June 8. See full-scale professional productions of this annual playwriting competition for Bay area teens. The top five plays are presented during the theatre’s final week of the season.$20 Thursdays, $25 Friday-Sunday. 7pm. gorillatheatre.com.

Start: 6:15 am
End: 8:30 am

Be a part of the 2nd Annual Purses & Passion Bruncheon at the Renaissance Vinoy Resort and Golf Club in St. Petersburg. The event will include a Purses & Passions Photo Exhibit and silent auction. Proceeds benefit the YWCA of Tampa Bay. Photo Exhibit of 100 women and purses will remain on display at The Studio@620 from June 7-13. The bruncheon is free but guests are encouraged to leave donations.

Monday June 2, 2008
(all day)
Start: 05/29/2008 - 13:00
End: 06/08/2008 - 15:00

Witness the future Mamets at Young Dramatists’ Project ’08 at the Gorilla Theatre in Tampa May 29-June 8. See full-scale professional productions of this annual playwriting competition for Bay area teens. The top five plays are presented during the theatre’s final week of the season.$20 Thursdays, $25 Friday-Sunday. 7pm. gorillatheatre.com.

Tuesday June 3, 2008
(all day)
Start: 05/29/2008 - 13:00
End: 06/08/2008 - 15:00

Witness the future Mamets at Young Dramatists’ Project ’08 at the Gorilla Theatre in Tampa May 29-June 8. See full-scale professional productions of this annual playwriting competition for Bay area teens. The top five plays are presented during the theatre’s final week of the season.$20 Thursdays, $25 Friday-Sunday. 7pm. gorillatheatre.com.

Wednesday June 4, 2008
(all day)
Start: 05/29/2008 - 13:00
End: 06/08/2008 - 15:00

Witness the future Mamets at Young Dramatists’ Project ’08 at the Gorilla Theatre in Tampa May 29-June 8. See full-scale professional productions of this annual playwriting competition for Bay area teens. The top five plays are presented during the theatre’s final week of the season.$20 Thursdays, $25 Friday-Sunday. 7pm. gorillatheatre.com.

Thursday June 5, 2008
(all day)
Start: 05/29/2008 - 13:00
End: 06/08/2008 - 15:00

Witness the future Mamets at Young Dramatists’ Project ’08 at the Gorilla Theatre in Tampa May 29-June 8. See full-scale professional productions of this annual playwriting competition for Bay area teens. The top five plays are presented during the theatre’s final week of the season.$20 Thursdays, $25 Friday-Sunday. 7pm. gorillatheatre.com.

Start: 11:30 am
End: 1:30 pm
Meet up with other professional women in the Bay area as eWomenNetwork hosts an “Accelerated Networking” Reception at the Seaport Channelside in downtown Tampa.  Enjoy food from local restaurants, prizes and announcements about the organization’s latest grant winner. $10. $15 after June 3. 5:30-7:30pm. 727.322.9596.
Friday June 6, 2008
(all day)
Start: 05/29/2008 - 13:00
End: 06/08/2008 - 15:00

Witness the future Mamets at Young Dramatists’ Project ’08 at the Gorilla Theatre in Tampa May 29-June 8. See full-scale professional productions of this annual playwriting competition for Bay area teens. The top five plays are presented during the theatre’s final week of the season.$20 Thursdays, $25 Friday-Sunday. 7pm. gorillatheatre.com.

Start: 3:00 am
End: 11:00 am

Grab three of your best friends (and your clubs!) and hit the links for the Bullioneers’ Inaugural Charity Golf Classic at The Eagles Golf Club in Odessa. All players receive 18 holes of golf, a goody bag and a bag lunch, with barbecue dinner and awards banquet to follow. Proceeds benefit the St. Joseph’s Hospitals Foundation. $125 per player. Registration starts at 9am; scramble begins at 10:30am. bullioneers.org.

Saturday June 7, 2008
(all day)
Start: 05/29/2008 - 13:00
End: 06/08/2008 - 15:00

Witness the future Mamets at Young Dramatists’ Project ’08 at the Gorilla Theatre in Tampa May 29-June 8. See full-scale professional productions of this annual playwriting competition for Bay area teens. The top five plays are presented during the theatre’s final week of the season.$20 Thursdays, $25 Friday-Sunday. 7pm. gorillatheatre.com.

Sunday June 8, 2008
End: 3:00 pm
Start: 05/29/2008 - 13:00
End: 06/08/2008 - 15:00

Witness the future Mamets at Young Dramatists’ Project ’08 at the Gorilla Theatre in Tampa May 29-June 8. See full-scale professional productions of this annual playwriting competition for Bay area teens. The top five plays are presented during the theatre’s final week of the season.$20 Thursdays, $25 Friday-Sunday. 7pm. gorillatheatre.com.

Start: 1:30 pm
End: 4:00 pm

Unpack your leather and lace. The original gypsy herself Stevie Nicks visits the Ford Amphitheatre in Tampa. Tickets, $25-75. Feathering your hair for old time’s sake, completely optional. 7:30pm. livenation.com.

Thursday June 12, 2008
Start: 12:00 pm
End: 12:59 pm
To commemorate the life of Anne Frank, today is considered Diary Day, in celebration of her birthday. Jot a note in your journal in memory of Anne.

Start: 2:00 pm
Start: 06/12/2008 - 14:00
End: 06/29/2008 - 16:00

Experience feminist playwright Caryl Churchill’s adaptation of A Dream Play, being performed by the JobSite Theater in the Shimberg Playhouse at the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center. The surrealistic play by August Strindberg transports audiences into the dream of a girl from another world. Tickets, $24.50. Thurs.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 4pm. jobsitetheater.org.

Friday June 13, 2008
(all day)
Start: 06/12/2008 - 14:00
End: 06/29/2008 - 16:00

Experience feminist playwright Caryl Churchill’s adaptation of A Dream Play, being performed by the JobSite Theater in the Shimberg Playhouse at the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center. The surrealistic play by August Strindberg transports audiences into the dream of a girl from another world. Tickets, $24.50. Thurs.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 4pm. jobsitetheater.org.

Start: 4:00 am
End: 5:00 am
Attend the groundbreaking for “A Kid’s Place,” a new children’s assessment center planned at Henchee Lane and Lithia Pinecrest in Lithia. The shelter, spearheaded by Joshua House founder Dottie Berger-McKinnon, is being developed to support children removed from emergency circumstances such as violence or drug or alcohol abuse in the home. 10am. Donations welcomed at 813.417.0481.
Start: 5:30 am
End: 8:00 am

Attend the Women and Lung Health Luncheon at the Rusty Pelican on Rocky Point. Hear from professional speakers about the deadly toll of lung disease. Event includes silent auction and fashion show. Proceeds benefit the American Lung Association, Gulfcoast chapter. Tickets, $50. 11:30am-2pm. lungfla.org.

Start: 1:00 pm
End: 3:00 pm

Attend the unveiling of Women: Dali’s View, a new summer exhibition at the SalvadorDaliMuseum in St. Petersburg. Evening includes complimentary cava and Spanish hors d’ oeuvres and features Surreal Living Sculptures by Ivanka Ska. Cost, FREE for museum members; $15. 7-9pm. salvadordalimuseum.org.

Saturday June 14, 2008
(all day)
Start: 06/12/2008 - 14:00
End: 06/29/2008 - 16:00

Experience feminist playwright Caryl Churchill’s adaptation of A Dream Play, being performed by the JobSite Theater in the Shimberg Playhouse at the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center. The surrealistic play by August Strindberg transports audiences into the dream of a girl from another world. Tickets, $24.50. Thurs.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 4pm. jobsitetheater.org.

Start: 3:00 am
End: 9:00 am

Find out what those family heirlooms are really worth at the Antique Appraisal Fair at HeritageVillage in Largo. The event, being presented by the Pinellas County Historical Society, is free but donations are encouraged. 9am-3pm. pinellascounty.org/heritage.

Start: 11:30 am
End: 3:00 pm

Stroll the Downtown Arts Association’s Gallery Walk through BayWalk in Downtown St. Petersburg for a diverse mix of gallery work. Meet the artists and gallery owners and check out what’s new on display. Event is held the second Saturday of every month. FREE. 5:30-9pm. stpetearts.org.

Start: 1:00 pm
End: 5:00 pm

Indulge yourself a little at SudsFest ’08 at the Florida Aquarium in downtown Tampa. Take part in the Aquarium’s first international beer and food tasting with more than 50 beers from the international products of Anheuser Busch, food from several Bay area restaurants and live entertainment. Tickets, $45 (members), $50 nonmembers in advance; $60 day of event. 7-11pm.

Start: 1:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm

Check out the best in young Bay area fashion design talent at the International Academy of Design & Technology in Tampa’s IMAGINE 2008 Fashion Show.  The event, being held at the A La Carte Pavilion in Tampa, brings together a variety of creative individuals including both professional and student designers.

Sunday June 15, 2008
(all day)
Start: 06/12/2008 - 14:00
End: 06/29/2008 - 16:00

Experience feminist playwright Caryl Churchill’s adaptation of A Dream Play, being performed by the JobSite Theater in the Shimberg Playhouse at the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center. The surrealistic play by August Strindberg transports audiences into the dream of a girl from another world. Tickets, $24.50. Thurs.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 4pm. jobsitetheater.org.

Monday June 16, 2008
(all day)
Start: 06/12/2008 - 14:00
End: 06/29/2008 - 16:00

Experience feminist playwright Caryl Churchill’s adaptation of A Dream Play, being performed by the JobSite Theater in the Shimberg Playhouse at the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center. The surrealistic play by August Strindberg transports audiences into the dream of a girl from another world. Tickets, $24.50. Thurs.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 4pm. jobsitetheater.org.

Start: 1:30 pm
End: 3:00 pm

Prepare yourself to laugh at the 4th Annual Night of Alternative Theatre, Prelude to Pride being held at the American Stage Theatre Company in downtown St. Pete. The event, hosted by the Suncoast AIDS Theatre Project, features a series of comedy sketches about a group of colorful characters coming of age. Proceeds from the event will benefit ASAP (AIDS Service Association of Pinellas), an organization that provides services to people living with HIV and AIDS. $15. Doors open, 6:30pm; curtain time, 7:30pm. 727.823.7529.

Tuesday June 17, 2008
(all day)
Start: 06/12/2008 - 14:00
End: 06/29/2008 - 16:00

Experience feminist playwright Caryl Churchill’s adaptation of A Dream Play, being performed by the JobSite Theater in the Shimberg Playhouse at the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center. The surrealistic play by August Strindberg transports audiences into the dream of a girl from another world. Tickets, $24.50. Thurs.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 4pm. jobsitetheater.org.

Start: 7:00 am
End: 11:00 am

Enhance your technical knowledge and leadership skills at The Joy of Women professional seminar series being led by The Corporate Training Center at HillsboroughCommunity College on Davis Islands. Take part in one to three days of workshops designed to help you improve your effectiveness in the workplace. Seminars include The 60 Second Sales Pitch, Assertiveness Training and Print and Polish Your Professional Self among others. $155 per day. Tues.

Start: 11:00 am
End: 2:00 pm

Attend the Accelerated Networking Dinner being hosted by eWomenNetwork at the Embassy Suites-Westshore in Tampa. Hear from a media expert on utilizing marketing strategies that will place your business ahead of the rest. $37 for eNW members, $47 others before June 15. $55 after June 15. Networking begins at 5pm, dinner 6-8pm. ewomennetwork.com.

Wednesday June 18, 2008
(all day)
Start: 06/12/2008 - 14:00
End: 06/29/2008 - 16:00

Experience feminist playwright Caryl Churchill’s adaptation of A Dream Play, being performed by the JobSite Theater in the Shimberg Playhouse at the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center. The surrealistic play by August Strindberg transports audiences into the dream of a girl from another world. Tickets, $24.50. Thurs.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 4pm. jobsitetheater.org.

Start: 3:30 am
End: 7:30 am

Enhance your technical knowledge and leadership skills at The Joy of Women professional seminar series being led by The Corporate Training Center at Hillsborough Community College on Davis Islands. Take part in one to three days of workshops designed to help you improve your effectiveness in the workplace. Seminars include The 60 Second Sales Pitch, Assertiveness Training and Print and Polish Your Professional Self among others. $155 per day. Tues.

Start: 1:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm

Sing along to stamp out discrimination when the True Colors Tour makes its stop at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater. Cyndi Lauper heads up an evening of diverse entertainment, hosted by Carson Kressley (Queer Eye for the Straight Guy) and also featuring the B-52s, Rosie O’ Donnell and Deborah Cox. Proceeds from the event go to efforts by the GLBT Foundation to support equality in the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered Community and raise awareness about discrimination. $85-225. 7pm.

Thursday June 19, 2008
(all day)
Start: 06/12/2008 - 14:00
End: 06/29/2008 - 16:00

Experience feminist playwright Caryl Churchill’s adaptation of A Dream Play, being performed by the JobSite Theater in the Shimberg Playhouse at the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center. The surrealistic play by August Strindberg transports audiences into the dream of a girl from another world. Tickets, $24.50. Thurs.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 4pm. jobsitetheater.org.

Start: 5:00 am
End: 9:00 am

Enhance your technical knowledge and leadership skills at The Joy of Women professional seminar series being led by The Corporate Training Center at Hillsborough Community College on Davis Islands. Take part in one to three days of workshops designed to help you improve your effectiveness in the workplace. Seminars include The 60 Second Sales Pitch, Assertiveness Training and Print and Polish Your Professional Self among others. $155 per day. Tues.

Start: 12:00 pm
End: 12:59 pm
It’s Juneteenth, the oldest celebration of freedom from slavery. Let freedom ring!
Start: 12:30 pm
End: 2:30 pm
Find how you can become involved in helping the American Red Cross Tampa Bay chapter at Empowered, a social-networking event being held at MacDinton’s in South Tampa. Donations will be used for the organization’s upcoming service event: a shower to benefit the Alpha House of Tampa. 6:30-8:30pm. RSVP at 813.348.4820 x858 or koikej@usa.redcross.org. redcrosstbc.org.

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