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Published: October 26, 2007

Updated: 10/24/2007 11:44 pm

FAIRS & FESTS

Today-Sunday

Top of the Bay Oktoberfest; German food, drink, music and dancing, car shows, carnival midway, log sawing and keg hurling contests and more; 5-11 p.m today, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, noon to 7 p.m. Sunday; $5 adults, free for children under 12 accompanied by adult (midway wristbands available); Tampa Bay Downs, 11225 Race Track Road, Oldsmar; (813) 855-4233

Saturday

Rural Life Festival; relive Florida's past at Cracker Country, which highlights the agricultural labors and social activities of the 1890s; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday; $5 adults, $4 seniors and children ages 6-12, free for children 5 and under; Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 U.S. Highway 301 N., Tampa; (813) 621-7821

Storytelling; the 'Haints, Legends & Tall Tales' storytelling event features historically costumed docents guiding tours while recounting Florida folk tales; 6-9 p.m. Saturday (tours are at 6:15, 7:15 and 8:15 p.m.); $5 adults, $4 seniors and children ages 6-12, free for children 5 and under; Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 U.S. Highway 301 N., Tampa; (813) 621-7821

Festival of Reading; authors, lectures, panel discussions, writers' workshops, book signings, costumed characters, games, activities and more; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; free admission, prices vary for items; University South Florida, 140 Seventh Ave. S., St. Petersburg; (727) 893-8523

Oktoberfest event; German oom-pah bands, food, beer garden and more; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday; $5 advance, $10 Ticketmaster, $20 at gate; Vinoy Park, between Fifth and Seventh avenues Northeast at the Bay, St. Petersburg; (727) 579-2026

Saturday-Sunday

Johns Pass Seafood Festival features food vendors, arts and crafts, live music, street dance, costume contests and more; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday; free admission; John's Pass Boardwalk, 12901 Gulf Blvd., Madiera Beach; (727) 393-8230

Fall Festival and Psychic Fair features readings, massage, seances, children's activities, food vendors and more; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 12:30 to 5 p.m. Sunday; free admission; Harmony Metaphysical Church, 2517 W. Henry Ave., Tampa; (813) 872-0295

THEATER

Today-Saturday

'Fools'; a presentation of Neil Simon's comic fable; 7 p.m. today and Saturday; $7 adults, $5 seniors and students; Durant High School, 4748 Cougar Path, Plant City; (813) 757-9075 ext. 280

'The Tempest'; Shakespeare's epic tale of hurt, loss, betrayal, anger, destiny and magic; through Nov. 3; 8 p.m. today, Thursday and Nov. 2, 2 p.m. Saturday and Nov. 3; free; St. Petersburg College, Clearwater Campus Arts Auditorium, 2465 Drew St., Clearwater; (727) 791-2714

Today-Sunday

'Diary of Anne Frank'; a young girl's spirit endures the destruction and hatred of World War II; through Nov. 11; 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; $18 ($10 students); St. Petersburg Little Theatre, 4025 31st St. S., St. Petersburg; (727) 866-1973.

'William Shakespeare's Hamlet: The Unforgettable Fire'; the classic tale with a twist - the music of Irish band U2; through Nov. 10; 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday and 7:30 p.m. Thursday; $10-$20; The Studio @ 620, 620 First Ave. S., St. Petersburg; (727) 895-6620

'Jane Eyre'; Polly Teale's adaptation of the Charlotte Bronte novel; through Nov. 11; 7 p.m. Thursday, 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday; $20-$25 ($5 discounts for students and seniors 55 or over); $10 student rush tickets available 30 minutes before curtain; Gorilla Theatre, 4419 N. Hubert Ave., Tampa; (813) 879-2914

'Murder in Green Meadows'; psychological thriller set in suburbia; runs through Nov. 3; 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 3 p.m. Sundays; $14 adults, $12 seniors and students; Carrollwood Playhouse, 4333 Gunn Highway, Tampa; (813) 265-4000

'Jake's Women'; a novelist who is more successful with fiction than life faces a marital crisis by daydreaming about the women in his life; 8 p.m. today and Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday; $14 adults, $12 students, military and seniors 55 and over, $10 children 12 and under; Masque Community Theatre, 8825 N. 56th St., Temple Terrace; (813) 980-3321

Jewtopia; a comedic story of a gentile who wants to marry a Jewish girl; 7:30 p.m. today, Wednesday and Thursday, 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; runs through Nov. 11; $38.50; Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, 1010 N. MacInnes Place, Tampa; (813) 229-7827

Saturday-Sunday

'Gorey Stories'; Jobsite Theater presents live music, weird characters and humorous, horrid happenings from Edward Gorey's illustrated works; through Nov. 11; 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, 4 p.m. Sundays; $24.50; Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, Shimberg Hall, 1010 N. MacInnes Place, Tampa; (813) 229-7827

Sunday

'Upstairs/Downstairs'; step back in time as actors portray Tampa Bay Hotel staff members and guests in single-character vignettes; through Nov. 11; 2 p.m. Sunday; suggested donation: $5 adults, $2 children under 12; Henry B. Plant Museum, 401 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa; (813) 258-7302

Week Ahead

'The Wedding Singer'; based on the Adam Sandler movie, wedding singer Robbie Hart is the life of the reception until he's dumped at the altar; 7:30 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Thursday, 8 p.m. Nov. 2, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Nov. 3 and 2 p.m. Nov. 4; $40-$70; Mahaffey Theatre, 400 First St. S., St. Petersburg; (727) 898-2100

'Whatever She Wants'; Vivica A. Fox and Boris Kodjoe star in this romantic stage comedy about one woman's determination to rediscover who she really is; 8 p.m. Thursday; $37.25-$42.25; The Forum, 411 Channelside Drive, Tampa; (813) 287-8844

'Peaceful Easy'; USF presents surreal, multimedia journey that examines the struggles of fumbling for fame at the expense of true human connection; through Nov. 10; 8 p.m. Thursday, 8 p.m. Nov. 2-3 and Nov. 7-10; 3 p.m. Nov. 4 and Nov. 11; $12 ($6 students and seniors); University of South Florida, TAR 120, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa; (813) 974-2323

'Sleuth'; a cozy English country house hosts the ultimate game of cat-and-mouse; previews 7:30 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday; opens Nov. 2 and runs through Dec. 2; $22-$35 ($10 student rush 30 minutes before curtain); American Stage, 211 Third St. S., St. Petersburg; (727) 823-7529

'Bells Are Ringing'; musical comedy features funny storylines and upbeat songs; 8 to 10 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday; runs through Nov. 11; $25 adult, $12 students; Francis Wilson Playhouse, 302 Seminole St., Clearwater; (727) 446-1360

DINNER THEATER

Today-Sunday

'Angel Street'; Early Bird Dinner Theatre presents dinner and a show; through Sunday; 4 p.m. seating and 6 p.m. show today through Sunday, 11 a.m. seating and 1 p.m. show Saturday; $29.90; Early Bird Dinner Theatre, 200 S. McMullen-Booth Road, Clearwater; (727) 446-5898

Saturday

'The Poison Lounge'; help crack the case in the Detective Dinner Theater's show; through Dec. 29; 7 p.m. Saturday (dinner and the show are at 7:30 p.m.); $49.95; reservations required; Belleview Biltmore Resort and Spa, 25 Belleview Blvd., Clearwater; (727) 446-8569

'Murders She Wrote'; various mystery dinner theater productions, staged on rotating basis, Saturdays (call for schedule) at 6:30 p.m. (6 p.m. social); tickets are $46; reservations required; Radisson Hotel, 20967 U.S. 19 N., Clearwater; (813) 727-7012 or (813) 715-4736

Week Ahead

'Never Kiss a Naughty Nanny'; Early Bird Dinner Theatre presents dinner and a show; Thursday through Dec. 23; shows at 6 p.m. (seating at 4 p.m.) and 1 p.m. (seating at 11 a.m.) Thursday; $29.90; Early Bird Dinner Theatre, 200 S. McMullen-Booth Road, Clearwater; (727) 446-5898

DANCE

Today-Saturday

Unique 'Traveling' Dance features hip hop, modern, tap, musical theatre, lyrical and jazz performances; 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday; free; University of Tampa, 214 North Blvd., Tampa; (813) 257-3745

Today-Sunday

Fall Dance Concert; variety of works ranging from classical ballet to a new fusion style of contemporary dance and hip-hop; 8 to 10 p.m. today and Saturday, 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday; 8 to 10 p.m. Thursday; runs through Nov. 3; $12 adults, $6 seniors and students; University of South Florida, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa; (813) 974-2827

Sunday

Tampa Festival Folk Dancers; demonstrate dances from around the world; 2 p.m. Sunday; $15, $10 FCCC members, free students; Carrollwood Cultural Center, 13345 Casey Road, Tampa; (813) 969-3991

ARTS

Today

13 Local Artists; photography, paint, live music, art, and a diverse group of people; 7 to 11 p.m. today; free; Wine Exchange Courtyard, 1611 W. Swann Ave., Tampa; (813) 254-9463

Opening reception; Roger Chamieh, Kendra Frorup and Marc Mitchell are featured; 7 to 9 p.m. today; exhibit runs today through Nov. 30; free; University of Tampa, 310 North Blvd., Tampa; (813) 253-3333

Opening reception; Homing Devices considers the vital question of how art and artists preserve their identity within a global landscape; 7 to 9 p.m. today; exhibit runs through Dec. 15; free; University of South Florida, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa; (813) 974-2827

Exquisite Corpse reception; art exhibition by Students and Faculty of the School of Art and Art History; 7 to 9 p.m. today; free; University of South Florida, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa; (813) 974-2827

Artist reception; Denis Gaston's recent works; 6 to 9 p.m. today; exhibit runs through Nov. 24; free; Salt Creek Artworks, 1600 Fourth St. S., St. Petersburg; (727) 894-2653

Saturday

'Return to Picnic Island'; the art of Christopher M. Still features over 30 original paintings and two new murals; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday; free; Sandpearl Resort, 500 Mandalay Ave., Clearwater; (727) 942-1846

Opening reception; Frida Kahlo 'Through the Lens of Nickolas Muray' and John Costin's 'Wings of Splendor'; 7 to 9 p.m. today; runs through Jan. 26; free for members, $10 non members; Gulf Coast Museum of Art, 12211 Walsingham Road, Largo; (727) 518-6833 ext. 206

Pass-A-Grille Beach Art Mart; features local artist photography, fused glass objects, jewelry, paintings and more; free; 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays; on Gulf Way between Ninth and 10th avenues, Pass-A-Grille; (727) 363-2144

Family Fun Saturdays; family-suitable gallery tour for ages 6-11 and hands-on activities, games and crafts; tour at 9:45 a.m. Saturday, activities from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; included in admission: $15 adults, $13.50 seniors, military and police, $10 students, $4 ages 5 to 9 and free ages 4 and younger; Salvador Dali Museum, 1000 S. Third St., St. Petersburg; (727) 823-3767

Saturday-Sunday

Berlin Wall Exhibition; hand painted fragments of the Berlin Wall made by Russian artists during the reunification of Germany in 1990; 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday; free; Syd Entel Galleries, 247 Main St., Safety Harbor; (727) 725-1808

'Artzy Shopping'; features vendors with boutiques and specialty items, arts and crafts and refreshments; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday; free; Tampa Woman's Club, 2901 Bayshore Blvd., Tampa; (813) 839-7457

Sunday

Opening reception; 'War Paint' exhibit features the works of six artist/veterans and one veteran's spouse reflecting on the war in Iraq; 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday; exhibit runs through Nov. 21; free; Eckerd College, 4200 54th Ave. S., St. Petersburg; (727) 864-7979

Week Ahead

Gallery talk; share the life and work experiences of three young artists; 11 a.m. today; free; University of Tampa, 310 North Blvd., Tampa; (813) 253-3333

'Rock Candy'; art and music Halloween soiree features live performances by Auto! Automatic!, Worldwide Zoo,and Gwan of the Dead, art and more; 10 p.m. Wednesday; $5 with costume, $7 without; Czar, 1430 E. Seventh Ave., Tampa; (813) 247-2664

'Rhythm of Structure: Beyond Mathematics' exhibition opens; 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday; runs today through Nov. 4; free; University of South Florida, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa; (813) 974-2827

Nature's Beauty; art exhibit in watercolors opens; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday; runs through Dec. 31; free; Montage Gallery, 2194 Main St., Dunedin; (727) 738-0023

OPERA

Week Ahead

'Opera Rocks' with the Pinellas Opera League exploring the theatrical art form of Verdi's 'MacBeth II'; noon Wednesday; free; Clearwater Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave., downtown Clearwater; (727) 582-4970 ext. 5248

FOOD & DRINK

Today

Italian Indulgence; explore Italy's famous wines; 7 p.m. today; $25, reservations required; Vintage Wine Cellars, 3629 Henderson Blvd., Tampa; (813) 879-2931

Saturday

Wine Festival & Market; homemade arts and crafts, jewelry, live music, and wine sampling; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday; free; Florida Estates Winery, 3101 37th Ave. N., St. Petersburg; (727) 526-2113

Week Ahead

Big Red's Wine Festival; capture the moment of transition between the seasons with wine tasting from California Zinfandel to the Italian Barbera; 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday; free admission; Vino 100, 5056 Fourth St. N., St. Petersburg; (727) 522-8466

OTHER EVENTS

Today

A Night with don Miguel Ruiz; author of 'The Four Agreements' delivers simple and practical messages; 7 p.m. today; $28 to $53; Lakeland Center, 701 W. Lime St., Lakeland; (863) 834-8100

Season Market; hosted by the Junior League kicks off the holiday shopping season with a gift market; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. today; free admission, prices vary for items; Coliseum, 535 Fourth Ave. N., St. Petersburg; (727) 892-5202

Today-Saturday

Shop, Dine and Wine; musicians from various genres perform live outdoors while patrons shop, dine and wine; 6 to 9 p.m. today and Saturday; free; Bay Street at International Plaza, 2223 N. West Shore Blvd., Tampa; (813) 342-3790

Saturday

American Girl Fashion Show, hosted by the GFWC Temple Terrace Junior Woman's club, features models playing characters from the 'American Girl' book series; 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday; free; Embassy Suites at USF, 3705 Spectrum Blvd., Tampa; (813) 989-9566

Tampa Bay Water Ski Show; featuring barefoot, jump, ballet, adagio, pyramid acts and more; 7:30 p.m. Saturday; free; Racetrack road to Douglas road and turn west to second dirt road entrance on left, Oldsmar; (813) 917-8354 or (727) 480-9365

Car Show and Swap Meet; 29th annual event features Buick, Oldsmobile, Pontiac and Cadillac; 8 a.m. Saturday; $20 before the show, $25 day of event; McCall Park, 102 N. Palmer St., Plant City; (813) 689-7855

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer; noncompetitive walk to help fight breast cancer and provide hope to people facing the disease; 7:30 a.m. Saturday registration, 9 a.m. walk begins; Bayshore drive and Fifth avenue Northeast, St. Petersburg; (727) 812-7023

Photo fundraiser; pose with spiders, scorpions, snakes, alligators and more to benefit 'The Humane Foundation for Animals'; 4 to 9 p.m. Saturday and Wednesday; $7 donation; Care Animal Hospital, 511 E. Bloomingdale Ave., Brandon; (813) 681-4919

Fall Holiday Bazaar; handmade crafts, baked goods, secondhand sales and more; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday; free admission, prices vary for items; Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church, 6100 Memorial Highway, Tampa; (813) 886-2536

Happy Dal-loween Picnic; fundraising event to help save Dalmations' lives throughout Florida features games, costume contest, silent auction, raffles, polo shirts, 2008 rescue calendar and more; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday; donations accepted; Lake Park, 15206 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa; (727) 417-6017 or (727) 787-1760

Author discussion; science fiction author Scott Harper discusses the how-to on self-publishing and promoting self-published work; 10 a.m. Saturday; free; New Port Richey Library, 5939 Main St., New Port Richey; (727) 853-1279

Book signing; 'Avenues of Spiritual Consciousness' author Roger Freeman signs books; 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday; free; New Port Richey Library, 5939 Main St., New Port Richey; (727) 853-1279

Roll Out the Robots; camp-in and build robots, then compete in the robot games; 12:30 to 5 p.m. Saturday; $28 members, $38 non-members; Museum of Science & Industry, 4801 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa; (813) 987-6080

Benefit of Florida Boxer Rescue; event features dog games, boxer bakery, photo booth, live and silent auction, low-cost pet vaccines, groomers, Halloween costume contest, parade and more; 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday; free admission, prices vary for activities and items; Al Lopez Park, 4810 N. Himes Ave., Tampa; (941) 380-2918

Ybor City Saturday Market; year-round, rain or shine; pets and new vendors welcome; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays; free; Centennial Park, corner of Eighth Ave. and 18th St., Tampa; (813) 241-2442

Wrestling Ring of Horror 4; wrestlers square off; 8 p.m. Saturday; $10; Pinellas Park Boys and Girls Club, 7790 61st St. N., Pinellas Park; (727) 368-6137

Saturday-Sunday

Depression Glass & Pottery Show and sale; featuring author Craig Schenning ("A Century of Indiana Glass"); 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday; $5; The Lakeland Center, 701 W. Lime St., Lakeland; (863) 834-8100

Gem and mineral show; 48th annual gem and mineral show featuring jewelry, exhibits, silent auction, interactive children's activities and more, hosted by The Tampa Bay Mineral and Science Club; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday; $5 adults, $3 students, free children 12 and under; Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 U.S. Highway 301 N. (use Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. entrance), Tampa; (407) 469-2561

PCHA Non-Rated Horse Show; hosted by Pinellas County Hunter Association features horses and riders competing in Hunter, Equitation and Jumper classes; 8 a.m. Saturday and Sunday; free for spectators; Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 U.S. Highway 301 N. (use Orient Road entrance), Tampa; (407) 469-2561

ACFA All Breed Championship show and Halloween party promotes the adoption of cats for the Suncoast Animal League; 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; $5, $4 seniors, $3 children 6 and older, free for children under 6; The Long Center, 1501 N. Belcher Road, Clearwater; (727) 422-9535

Sunday

Discussion; 'Looking at Jazz' film and lecture series on the origin and progress of Latin Jazz in society; 4 p.m. Sunday; free; University of South Florida, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa; (813) 974-2301

Fall picnic; Greyhound Gang of Florida hosts a fall picnic benefiting the medical treatment and education of Greyhounds; 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday; donations accepted; Medard Park, 5534 Turkey Creek Road, Plant City; (813) 684-4804

Exotic Bird Adoption Day, hosted by the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, features exotic birds looking for a home; noon to 4 p.m. Sunday; free admission, prices vary for birds; SPCA, 9099 130th Ave. N., Largo; (727) 586-3591

Week Ahead

Strictly Sail St. Petersburg; in-water sailboat show features boats, cruising gear, equipment, seminars, children's activities, parties and more; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 2 and Nov. 3, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 4; $10 weekdays, $12 weekends; Spa Beach Park, 615 Second Ave. N.E., St. Petersburg; (800) 817-7245

Author discussion; author Betsy Carter discusses her book 'Swim To Me'; 7 p.m. Thursday; free; Inkwood Books, 216 S. Armenia Ave., Tampa; (813) 253-2638

Wrestlemania; meet Jimmy 'The Mouth of the South' Hart and Diva Maria as they sign autographs; 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday; free; FYE, 4220 S. Florida Ave., Tampa; (863) 646-9685

Safety Harbor Farmer's Market; fresh and organic produce, fresh flowers, baked and gourmet foods, hand crafted jewelry and more; 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursday; free admission, prices vary for items; Gazebo at John Wilson Park, 401 Main St., Safety Harbor; (727) 461-7674

Lecture; art and mathematics come together with Princeton University professor of mathematics John Horton Conway's 'Knotting Mathematics and Art: Conference in Low Dimensional Topology and Mathematical Art'; 7:30 p.m. Thursday; free; University South Florida, room 100, 140 Seventh Ave., S., St. Petersburg; (727) 893-8523

Melinda Ramos

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