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Published: June 20, 2008

FAIRS & FESTS

Saturday

Juneteenth Family Festival; a celebration commemorating African-American freedom; includes music, comedy, career fair, drum making, head wrapping, arts, crafts, food and more; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday; free admission; Campbell Park, 601 14th St. S., St. Petersburg; (727) 743-6792

THEATER

Today-Saturday

"I Love You Because" is a modern day musical and romantic comedy about a pair of couples that fall in love (mature content); 7:30 p.m. today and Saturday; $15 (reservations requested); The Acting Studio, 122 Flagship Drive, Lutz; (813) 786-7919

Today-Sunday

"Clarence Darrow"; a one-man play by David W. Rintels reflecting on the life and career of one of the most controversial and courageous defenders of justice in American history; 8 p.m. today and Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday (runs through June 29); $16; Masque Theatre, 8825 N. 56th St., Temple Terrace; (813) 810-3392

"Wait Until Dark"; a suspense thriller about a blind woman terrorized in her apartment by three crooks in search of a heroin-filled doll; 8 p.m. today and Saturday, 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday (runs through June 29); $18 adults, $10 students; St. Petersburg Little Theatre, 4025 31st. St. S., St. Petersburg; (727) 866-1973

"Betrayal" deals with the "eternal triangle" - wife, husband and the wife's lover; 8 p.m. today and Saturday, 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; $22 to $35; American Stage Theatre, 211 Third St. S., St. Petersburg; (727) 823-7529

"A Dream Play"; a Jobsite Theatre production about a girl named Agnes, possibly an angel or goddess, who comes to Earth and is caught up in the suffering and cruelty of mankind; 8 p.m. today and Saturday, 4 p.m. Sunday and 8 p.m. Thursday (runs through June 29); $24.50; Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, 1010 N. MacInnes Place, Tampa; (813) 229-7827

"Menopause The Musical"; a joyful musical parody featuring a hilarious celebration of women and "the change"; 8 p.m. today, 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday, 8 p.m. Tuesday, 2 and 8 p.m. Wednesday and 8 p.m. Thursday; $19 to $52; Asolo Repertory Theatre, 5555 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota; (941) 351-8000

"The Lion King"; the African savannah comes to life with strutting giraffes, swooping birds, leaping gazelles and the story of Simba, who learns his place in the "circle of life" and overcomes obstacles to become king; 8 p.m. today, 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday, 1 p.m. Sunday; $48 to $133; Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, 1010 N. MacInnes Place, Tampa; (813) 229-7827

Week Ahead

"Jesus Christ Superstar"; legendary musical, starring Ted Neeley and Corey Glover, focuses on the last few weeks of Christ's life, told in an anachronistic manner; 7:30 p.m. Thursday (through June 29); $26.50 to $65.50; Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, 1010 N. MacInnes Place, Tampa; (813) 229-7827

DINNER THEATER

Today-Sunday

"Forever Plaid"; four young, male singers die in a car crash on the way to their first big concert, and are brought back to Earth for the chance to fulfill their dreams and perform the show that never was; 8 p.m. today and Saturday (6 p.m. dinner), 3 p.m. Sunday (1 p.m. lunch), 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday (11:30 a.m. lunch); runs through July 27; $21.45 to $45; Show Palace Dinner Theatre, 16128 U.S. 19, Hudson; (727) 863-7949

"Chicago"; a gangster jazz musical about two girls trying to gain stardom during the prohibition era in Chicago; 8 p.m. today and Saturday, 1:30 and 8 p.m. Sunday, 8 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday (8 p.m. show, 6 p.m. buffet), (1:30 p.m. show, noon buffet); runs through July 6; $33 to $45; Golden Apple Dinner Theatre, 25 N. Pineapple Ave., Sarasota; (941) 366-5454

Saturday

"I Sense a Murder"; help solve a murder case in the Detective Dinner Theater's show; 7 p.m. Saturday (dinner and show begin at 7:30 p.m.); $49.95; 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

CHILDREN'S THEATER

Today-Saturday

"Making Your Own Musical"; features a fun-filled show with original stories, songs and live accompaniment by students; 6 p.m. today, 2 p.m. Saturday; $10; Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, 1010 N. MacInnes Place, Tampa; (813) 229-7827

"A Handful of Peanuts"; based on the characters of the famous comic strip, the musical play follows the complex society of childhood friends; 6 p.m. today and 2:30 p.m. Saturday; $5 donation; Venue Theatre, 9125 U.S. 19 N., Pinellas; (727) 822-6194

DANCE

Today

Dance recital; "Adrenaline" features a dance performance by the students at Firethorn School of Dance; 6:30 p.m. today; $17; Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, 1010 N. MacInnes Place, Tampa; (813) 229-7827

"A Night Out for the Ladies"; features a dance performance by the elderly dance group Forever Young Dancers; 7 p.m. today; $10; Gulfport Community Players, 4919 17th Ave. S., Gulfport; (727) 323-8739

Week Ahead

Millennium Dancesport Championships; features ballroom and Latin dancers from around the world competing for cash and prizes; includes American rhythm, American ballroom, international standard, international Latin and more; 7 p.m. Tuesday, 8 a.m. Wednesday and Thursday (runs through June 28); $25 to $125; Renaissance Vinoy Resort and Golf Club, 501 Fifth Ave. N.E., St. Petersburg; (727) 894-1000

ARTS

Today

Meet the artist; Warren Thomas displays his life journeys through watercolor and oil paintings; 2 to 3 p.m. today; free; Art Du Monde, Art and Antiques, 2109 Central Ave., St. Petersburg; (727) 822-6054

Opening reception; features "Rauschenberg: Selections from the Collection"; 7 to 9 p.m. today; free; University of South Florida, Contemporary Art Museum, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa; (813) 974-2323

Art After Dark presents "The Art of African Dance" featuring live entertainment by the House of Ife, hors d'oeuvres, coffee, art and more; 8 to 11 p.m. today; $10, free for members; Tampa Museum of Art, 2306 N. Howard Ave., Tampa; (813) 274-8130

Opening reception; "In Dog Light" features selected drawings by Roger Palmer; includes a gallery tour; 7 to 9 p.m. today (gallery tour will be held at 6:30 p.m.); free; University of South Florida, Contemporary Art Museum, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa; (813) 974-2849

Saturday

Art Walk; features artisans, crafters, antique dealers and authors displaying items for show and sale; includes live entertainment and free trolley rides; 6 to 10 p.m. today; free; along Beach Boulevard, Gulfport; (727) 322-5217

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 11:45 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 age 4 and younger; Salvador Dali Museum, 1000 S. Third St., St. Petersburg; (727) 823-3767

Pass-A-Grille Beach Art Mart; artists and artisans display their work for show and sale; includes metal, fused glass objects, jewelry, photography, paintings and more; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday; free; on Gulf Way between Ninth and 10th avenues, Pass-a-Grille; (727) 363-2144

Week Ahead

Opening exhibit; "Alterations: An Exhibition of Art Cloth by the Members of the Art Cloth Network" displays the unique textile work of 13 artists; 6 to 9 p.m. Monday; free; The Studio@620, 620 First Ave. S., St. Petersburg; (727) 895-6620

Lecture; Marlene Eidelheit discusses the current state of tapestry conservation; includes a briefing on "California Dreaming: California Fibers and Tapestries of Abraham Rattner"; 10:30 a.m. Wednesday; $15 non-members, $10 members; The Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art, 600 Klosterman Road, Tarpon Springs; (727) 712-5762

Opening exhibit; "Exhibition: Dorfmuller Memorial Pastel and Pencil" features a variety of works in pastels, pencil, charcoal, collage and prints; includes an awards presentation; noon to 3 p.m. Tuesday; free; Old Hyde Park Art Center, 705 Swann Ave., Tampa; (813) 251-3780

Gallery reception; Deborah Corsini, Deborah Jarchow, Brecia Kralovic-Logan and Gerri Johnson-McMillin present "Form, Color and Expressions thru Fiber" featuring three dimensional art; 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday; free; Syd Entel Galleries, 247 Main St., Safety Harbor; (727) 725-1808

Convergence 2008 Tampa Bay; a biennial, international conference sponsored and organized by the Handweavers Guild of America; includes lectures, workshops, seminars, exhibits, tours, fibers and fiber-related equipment, artist market and more; runs through June 29 (call for schedule and cost); Tampa Convention Center, 333 S. Franklin St., Tampa; (673) 730-0010

COMEDY

Today-Saturday

Kevin Bozeman performs; 9:30 p.m. today and Saturday; $15; Coconuts Comedy Club, Tradewinds Sandpiper Resort, 6000 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach; (727) 360-5653

Jamie Morgan performs; 9:30 p.m. today and Saturday; $15; Coconuts Comedy Club, 2950 Gulf to Bay Blvd., Clearwater; (727) 797-5653

Rene Bray performs; 9 p.m. today and Saturday; $12; Coconuts Comedy Club, Howard Johnson Executive Center, 3311 U.S. 98 N., Lakeland; (863) 687-2678

Today-Sunday

Kevin Hart ("The Big House") performs; 8 and 10:30 p.m. today, 7:30 and 10 p.m. Saturday, 7 p.m. Sunday; $17 to $20; Improv, 1600 E. Eighth Ave., Tampa; (813) 864-4000

Maryellen Hooper performs; 8 and 10 p.m. today, 6, 8 and 10 p.m. Saturday, 7 p.m. Sunday; $6 to $18.50; Side Splitters, 12938 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa; (813) 960-1197

Week Ahead

Tony Gaud performs; 9:30 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday; $15; Coconuts Comedy Club, Tradewinds Sandpiper Resort, 6000 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach; (727) 360-5653

"Comedy from the Road Less Traveled"; features alternative comics from the Bay area; includes an improvisational and sketch comedy performance by Wild Rice Comedy Troupe; 8 p.m. Wednesday; $5; Improv, 1600 E. Eighth Ave., Tampa; (813) 864-4000

Lavell Crawford ("Jamie Foxx Presents: Laffapalooza") performs; 8 p.m. Thursday; $22; Improv, 1600 E. Eighth Ave., Tampa; (813) 864-4000

"Stand-Up Fly Away" open mic competition; amateur comedians audition for future comedy showcases; 8:30 p.m. Wednesday; $10; Side Splitters, 12938 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa; (813) 960-1197

Tim Wilson ("Grace Under Fire") performs; 8:30 p.m. Thursday; $16 to $20; Side Splitters, 12938 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa; (813) 960-1197

FOOD & DRINK

Today

Summer Solstice Social; festive summer event features a sampling of wines from Greece and other white and red wines; 7 to 9 p.m. today; $10; Vintage Wine Cellars, 3629 Henderson Blvd., Tampa; (813) 879-2931

Saturday

"Brigadoon"; features a spaghetti supper benefit; includes singers, dancers and musicians; 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday; $7 adults, $5 children; First Methodist Church, 303 N. Evers St., Plant City; (813) 752-0728

Sunday

"Uncork the Cure"; the fourth annual Zignature Wine-Tasting Charity Event features an exclusive selection of wines, food samples and a silent auction benefiting the St. Joseph's Children's Hospital; 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday; $50; Tampa Club, 101 E. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa; (813) 872-0979

Week Ahead

Tuesday Wine Tastings; sample a variety of wines and light appetizers; 5 p.m. Tuesday; free; Mattison's Riverside, 1200 First Ave. W., Bradenton; (941) 748-8087

Museum dinner; tour the exhibit "Masks and Identity: Len Prince in the Collection of William K. Zewadski," and enjoy a four-course dinner followed by an after-dinner talk by Zewadski; 6 p.m. Wednesday; $71 (reservations required); Tampa Club, 101 E. Kennedy Blvd., Suite 4200, Tampa; (813) 229-6028

Ladies Night Out; an evening of wine tasting, relaxing chair massages, food samples, raffles and more; 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday; free; Vino 100, 5056 Fourth St. N., St. Petersburg; (727) 522-8466

American Craft Beer Dinner; features a variety of Northeastern microbreweries' best beers paired with a five-course dinner; includes Brooklyn, Otter Creek, Wolavers, Sam Adams and Saranac; 7 p.m. Tuesday; $45; Mattison's City Grille, One N. Lemon Ave., Sarasota; (941) 330-0440

Wine and Song XI; sample regional wines from Ribera del Duero, Valdeorras, Rueda, Toro and Malaga; includes poetry readings and more; 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday (reservations required); $20 to $35; Salvador Dali Museum, 1000 Third St. S., St. Petersburg; (727) 823-3767

Taste of Pride; features a wine tasting and catering event benefiting St. Pete Pride; includes an after party; 6:30 to 10 p.m. Thursday; $30; Nova 535, 535 Dr. Martin Luther King, St. N., St. Petersburg; (727) 821- 6682

TOURS

Saturday

Urban Tour of Homes; discover urban living as you tour some of the hottest developments in downtown Tampa; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday; free; Skypoint, 777 Ashley Drive, Tampa; (813) 839-3800

Sunday

Art tour; view the works in the permanent and interactive collection galleries while listening to explanations of the pieces; 2 p.m. Sunday; free; Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art, 600 Klosterman Road, St. Petersburg; (727) 712-5762

OTHER EVENTS

Today

Summer Jazz Series; features live musical entertainment by the Smooth Jazz Trio; includes hors d'oeuvres, cash bar and beverages; 6 to 9 p.m. today; $20; Museum of Fine Arts, 255 Beach Drive N.E., St. Petersburg; (727) 896-2667

Anniversary Recognition Day; celebrate Lowry Park Zoo's 20th anniversary with discounted admission and special offers; includes food specials, gifts and rides; 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. today; $20 (for two tickets children ages 3 and older), free children 2 and younger; Lowry Park Zoo, 1101 W. Sligh Ave., Tampa; (813) 935-8552

Latin Roots Quintet; four men with different backgrounds come together and fill your spirits with the smooth sounds of jazz; 7:30 p.m. today; $20; Mahaffey Theatre, 400 First St. S., St. Petersburg; (727) 892-5798

Birthday celebration; culture and community come together in a celebration featuring entertainment, food samples, desserts and silent auction; includes an after party featuring champagne, chocolate, live music and dancing; 6:20 p.m. today (main event), 9:30 p.m. (after party); $75 ($20 after party); The Studio@620, 620 First St. S., St. Petersburg; (727) 895-6620

Poetic performance; the women of Irritable Tribe of Poets read original pieces based on Dali's work against a backdrop of improvisational music; 8 p.m. today; $10, $8 seniors and students, $5 members; Salvador Dali Museum, 1000 Third St. S., St. Petersburg; (727) 823-3767

Summer Safari Night; guests enjoy special animal encounters, live entertainment, food and beverages; 5 to 8:30 p.m. today; $18.95 adults, $17.95 seniors 60 and older, $14.50 children ages 3 to 11, free children 2 and younger; Lowy Park Zoo, 1101 W. Sligh Ave., Tampa; (813) 935-8552

Jazzy, Cool and Blue; features a performance by the members of the Ruth Eckerd Hall and Clearwater Jazz Holiday Youth Band; 7 p.m. today; $10 adults, $8 students; Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 N. McMullen-Booth Road, Clearwater; (727) 791-7400

"Swing Time!"; features dancing and live music by the Venturas; includes a swing dance instruction, dance exhibition by national champions Joel and Lenka, prizes and full bar; 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. today; $11; Centro Asturiano, 1913 N. Nebraska Ave., Tampa; (813) 274-4950

Saturday

Author discussion; G.L. Sheerin presents his new children's book "Virus Games" and discusses the future of kids and technology; includes a book signing; noon to 2 p.m. Saturday; free; Barnes & Noble, 122 Brandon Town Center Drive, Brandon; (813) 661-9883

Ybor City Market; features jewelry, purses, hats, arts and crafts, candles, dog goodies and more; 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday; free admission; Centennial Park, 1800 E. Eighth Ave., Tampa; (813) 241-2442

Dog wash; "You Dirty Dog" fundraiser benefits Kids and Canines; features a dog wash by local celebrities, food, beverages, prizes and more; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday; free admission (prices vary for activities); Gaspar's Grotto, 1805 E. Seventh Ave., Tampa; (813) 932-5795

CHOAIDS Fundraiser; features authentic Haitian cuisine, live entertainment, silent auction and benefits Caring for Haitian Orphans with AIDS Inc.; 7 p.m. Saturday; $30 (reservations required); University Area Community Center, 14013 N. 22nd St., Tampa; (813) 843-0038

Bridge Street Market; features fresh, organic and hydroponic produce, fresh cut flowers, one-of-a-kind apparel, accessories, wood art, candles, jewelry, crafts, food and more; 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday; free admission; 107 Bridge St., Bradenton; (941) 518-4431

FantasyFest; features local authors in science fiction, fantasy and horror coming together for public readings; includes Bo Savino, A.J. Rand, Carrassa Sands, Tracy A. Akers, Andrea Dean Van Scoyoc and more; 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday; free; Barnes & Noble, 11802 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa; (813) 962-6446

Farmers Curb Market; features produce, breads, Amish butter, cheese, organics, plants, handcrafted jewelry, art, candles, food and more; 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday; free admission; downtown Farmers Curb Market, 200 N. Kentucky Ave., Lakeland; (863) 221-4633

ArtWalk; features artisans, crafters, antiques dealers, authors and entertainers displaying their works for show and sale; includes live entertainment by the Urban Gypsies, free trolley rides and more; 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday; free admission; along Beach Boulevard, Gulfport; (727) 322-5217

Serbian Folklore Festival; features an afternoon of song, dance and music from the Eastern European region of the former Yugoslavia; includes original costumes from Serbia, Crna Gora, Makedonija, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Kosovo and Vojvodina; 3 p.m. Saturday; $15; The Palladium, 253 Fifth Ave. N., St. Petersburg; (727) 822-3590

Tropical Wave Silent Auction and Brunch; features a wide array of auction items benefiting Metropolitan Charities; 10 a.m. Saturday; $25; Peninsula Inn and Spa, 2937 Beach Blvd., Gulfport; (727) 346-9800

Saturday-Sunday

Horse show; PCHA event features horses and riders competing in both hunter and jumper classes; 8 a.m. Saturday and Sunday; free; Florida State Fairgrounds, (via Orient road entrance); 4800 U.S. 301 N., Tampa; (727) 546-7664

Aerobatic air show; first annual Triple Creek RC 3D Fly-In features an extreme flight radio control show; includes raffles, prizes, concessions and more; 9 a.m. Saturday and Sunday; free; 12705 Balm Boyette Road, Riverview; (813) 641-9324

Sunday

The FloriMezzo Music Festival; features a musical performance by students who participated in a two-week musical workshop; 2 p.m. Sunday; $10 to $15; The Palladium, 253 Fifth Ave. N., St. Petersburg; (727) 822-3590

Broadway Sing-Along; hear and sing your favorite Broadway hits at an old fashioned sing-along; includes refreshments; 2 p.m. Sunday; $15, $13 members; Heritage Museum, 100 Beekman Place, Tarpon Springs; (727) 942-5605

Week Ahead

Dance of the Flamingos Show; a professionally produced fashion show featuring wearable art by artists Laura Bryant, Joan McGee, Joanna Staniszkis and K.C. Lowe; 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday; $10 day pass (admission to all exhibits); Tampa Convention Center, 333 S. Franklin St., Tampa; (678) 730-0010

The Majestic Ma Xi Tuan; features a stunning spectacle of death-defying acts and thrilling acrobatics direct from China; 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday (runs through July 27); $12 adults, $10 children 12 and younger (daytime performances), $13 (evening performances, all seats) $50 (all seats opening night on Tuesday); Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota; (941) 360-7399

Fresh market; features fresh goods and homemade wares; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday; free admission; Community Center, 7701 Boca Ciega Drive, St. Pete Beach; (727) 363-9245

"Party Like a Rock Star"; business owners give back to the community with live and silent auctions, live music by MIGGS, guest appearances by Wade Boggs, Brad Culpepper, Michael Clayton, Chidi Ahanotu, William Floyd, Jeb Terry, Gary Puckett and Charisse Strawberry benefiting The DeBartolo Family Foundation; 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Tuesday; $125; Floyd's Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, 5223 N. Orient Road, Tampa; (813) 627-7625

Melinda Ramos

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