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Published: May 30, 2008

FAIRS & FESTS

Today

Festival Hispano; enjoy a variety of Latin-American music and food; includes entertainment for children; noon to 3 p.m. today; free; Hospice of the Florida Suncoast, 5771 Roosevelt Blvd., Clearwater; (727) 523-3394

Today-Sunday

A Taste of Pinellas features restaurants preparing and selling tastes of their most popular dishes; also includes concert performances by Rick Springfield (8:30 Friday), Jonny Lang (8:30 Saturday) and Eddie Money (5:30 Sunday); also activities, interactive games, fireworks show and more; 5 to 10 p.m. today, noon to 10 p.m. Saturday, noon to 7 p.m. Sunday; free admission (prices vary for food and activities); Vinoy Park, 598 Fifth Ave. N.E., St. Petersburg; (727) 767-4193

THEATER

Today-Saturday

"On Tidy Endings"; examination of a family torn apart by AIDS and put back together in an unconventional way through love and respect; 8 p.m. today and Saturday; $14; The Heather, 8313 W. Hillsborough Ave. suite 250., Tampa; (813) 884-8335

"Gypsy"; Mama Rose lives to see her daughter June succeed in Broadway by any means to fulfill her own unrealized dreams of stardom; 8 p.m. today and Saturday; $10 to $12; James McCabe Theater, 506 Fifth St., Valrico; (813) 689-0044

"Hugo"; a play centered around three characters: Hugo, The Producer and Rachel; written by Jonathan Van Gils and directed by Bob Devin Jones; 7 p.m. today, 2 p.m. Saturday; $10; The Studio@620, 620 First Ave. S., St. Petersburg; (727) 895-6620

Today-Sunday

"Standing on the Corner" or "A Day in the Life of a Paper Box"; come see how an ordinary paper box helps "clean-up" a local neighborhood; 8 p.m. today and Saturday, 2:30 p.m. Sunday; $12 to $15; Venue Theatre, 9125 U.S. 19 N., Pinellas Park; (727) 822-6194

"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, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday (runs through June 22); $22 to $35; American Stage Theatre, 211 Third St. S., St. Petersburg; (727) 823-7529

"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 and 6:30 p.m. Sunday, 7:30 Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday (there is a 2 p.m. performance on June 19; there is no 6:30 p.m. performance on June 22); runs through June 22; $48 to $133; Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, 1010 N. MacInnes Place, Tampa; (813) 229-7827

"Brighton Beach Memoirs"; Stageworks presents a comedic memoir of Neil Simon's family full of memorable characters, humor and truth; 8 p.m. today and Saturday, 4 p.m. Sunday; $24.50; Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, 1010 N. MacInnes Place, Tampa; (813) 229- 7827

"Young Dramatists' Project"; a full-scale professional production of teens' works including "Destruction Room"(Gabriel Neustadt), "Aftershots" (Elizabeth Klettke), "Fable de Veras" (Andrew Ford), "Red Cross" (Alexander Nunnelly) and "Order" (Sierra Almengual); 8 p.m. today and Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday and 7 p.m. Thursday (runs through June 8, call for show schedule); $15, $10 seniors 50 and older, $10 adult student with ID, $5 high school and middle school students; Gorilla Theatre, 4419 N. Hubert Ave., Tampa; (813) 879-2914

"Blithe Spirit"; what would you do if the ghost of your first wife was haunting the house you lived in with your second wife? Find out in Noel Coward's classical comedic farce; 8 p.m. today and Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday (runs through June 14); $12 to $14; Carrollwood Playhouse, 4333 Gunn Highway, Tampa; (813) 265-4000

Week Ahead

"Killer's Head"; a monologue written by Sam Shepard featuring adult subject matter; 8 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday; $7 to $15; The Studio@620, 620 First Ave. S., St. Petersburg; (727) 895-6620

DINNER THEATER

Today-Sunday

"Rich Is Better"; a woman discovers the truth about her husband's relationship with his secretary; 4 p.m. today, 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Saturday, 4 p.m. Sunday, 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Thursday (runs through June 15); $29.90; Early Bird Dinner Theatre, 200 S. McMullen-Booth Road, Clearwater; (727) 446-5898

"Sugar Babies"; a salute to burlesque includes the songs "I Can't Give You Anything but Love" and "I Feel a Song Comin' On"; 8 p.m. today (6 p.m. dinner), 1:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday (11:30 a.m. lunch) and (6 p.m. dinner,) 3 p.m. Sunday (1 p.m. lunch),); $21.45 to $45; Show Palace Dinner Theatre, 16128 U.S. 19, Hudson; (727) 863-7949

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

"Murder on the 19th Hole"; 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

DANCE

Today

Fred Astaire Dance Studio Showcase from ballroom to Broadway highlights students at Tampa Bay studios; 7:30 p.m. today; $15; The Palladium, 253 Fifth Ave. N., St. Petersburg; (727) 822-3590

Down Memory Lane Dance and Concert benefit features "Perfect Harmony" and "Take Two" performing oldies but goodies; 7 to 9:30 p.m. today; $5; Sun City Center, 809 N. Pebble Beach Blvd., Sun City; (813) 633-5201

Saturday

A Joyful Celebration; features various styles of dance in celebration of movement, music and spirit; 7 p.m. Saturday; $6 to $12; The Palladium, 253 Fifth Ave. N., St. Petersburg; (727) 822-3590

Sunday

Bunny Ott Dancers Annual Dance features a Broadway dance troupe performing theater productions such as "Steamed Heat"; 7 p.m. Sunday; $16 to $19; Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo; (727) 587-6793

ARTS

Today

Opening reception; a one-person show featuring the textile-based mixed-media work of Victoria Z. Rivers; 7 to 9 p.m. today; free; Clayton Galleries, 4105 S. MacDill Ave., Tampa; (813) 831-3753

"Pride and Passion 2008" showcases several special exhibitions featuring "Equilibrium," "Small Expressions," Robert Mapplethorpe prints and more; includes hors d'oeuvres, desserts, live music and a glass sculpture by nationally renowned artist Duncan McClellan on display; 8 p.m. to midnight today; $50 (reservations suggested); Tampa Museum of Art, 2306 N. Howard Ave., Tampa; (813) 259-1718

Opening reception; "Karsh, Leonard, and Bagert: A Photographic Legacy" demonstrates the way photographic traditions are passed down from mentor to student; includes a discussion by Herman Leonard and Jenny Bagert; 6 p.m. today; free members, $10 non-members; Polk Museum of Art, 800 E. Palmetto St., Lakeland; (863) 688-7743

Saturday

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

Saturday Art Market; dozens of artists display a variety of work including jewelry, pottery, ceramics, paintings, collage, glass, photography and more; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday; free; Williams Park, Fourth Street North and First Avenue North, downtown St. Petersburg; (727) 898-6061

Pass-A-Grille Beach Art Mart; artists and artisans display their work for show and sale; includes metal art, 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

"The Art of Rescue" art auction benefiting the Florida Boxer Rescue features local artists' work; includes a live and silent auction, hors d'oeuvres and cocktails; 5:30 p.m. Saturday; $20 to $25; Art of Institute of Tampa, 4401 N. Himes Ave., Tampa; (813) 920-1965

Sunday

Opening exhibit; "Watercolor" features the work of Harvey Berman; 9 to 5 p.m. Sunday; free; Center Place, 619 Vonderburg Road, Brandon; (813) 685-8888

Opening exhibit; "Woven Gems" features small tapestry art by members of the American Tapestry Alliance; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday; free; TECO Public Art Gallery, 702 N. Franklin St., Tampa; (813) 767-1600

Closing exhibit; "Dalí & Film," the first exhibition to examine the profound relationship between the paintings and films comes to an end; noon to 5:30 p.m. Sunday; $15, $13.50 (seniors 65 and older, military and police,) $10 (students ages 10 and older and 18 and older with ID,) $4 (children ages 5 to 9,) free (children ages 4 and younger); Salvador Dali Museum, 1000 S. Third Ave., St. Petersburg; (727) 823-3767

Red Hat Art Show and Reception with artist Kathy Rabold; 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday; free; Artists' Way Cooperative Gallery, 1403 Cleveland St., Clearwater; (727) 446-1708

"A Piece of American Pie" features a retrospective through songs and narration of all that is Americana; includes work by Klaus Porsch; $15, $10 members of the Friends of the Carrollwood Cultural Center, free for military personnel; Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa; (813) 269-1310

"Craft Emergency" features a diverse selection of fine crafts and original artworks from Florida artisans marking the first day of hurricane season; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday; free; Red Cross Park, 818 Fourth St. N., St. Petersburg; (727) 898-3111 ext. 235

Week Ahead

Opening reception; "The Leg Business" by Taylor Robenalt features a high level of artistry and professionalism through mixed media; 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday; free; University of South Florida, Centre Gallery room 102, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa; (813) 974-5464

Opening Reception for Jana Withers; includes oil, pencil, watercolor, acrylic and pastel art work; 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday; free; Easy Street Home Decor, 838 E. Jefferson St., Brooksville; (352) 650-2661

FOOD & DRINK

Today

Wine seminar; features a discussion on "Wide World of Cabs," wines from around the world; includes a tasting; 7 p.m. today; $25 (reservations suggested); Vintage Wine Cellars, 3629 Henderson Blvd., Tampa; (813) 879-2931

Saturday

Crawfish Boil; features an authentic Cajun boil benefiting Voices For Children and Guardian Ad Litem; includes music by the Soular System; 1 to 6 p.m. Saturday; $35, free children 12 and younger; Stetson Law Library, 1700 N. Tampa St., Tampa; (813) 258-8778

Sunday

Sunday Market; features wine samples, music, food, crafts and other wares; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday; free; Keel & Curley Winery Market, 5210 Thonotosassa Road, Plant City; (813) 748-0441

Week Ahead

Forks and Corks 2008 presents "Winemaker Dinners"; renowned winemakers visit the area's top restaurants for an intimate, multi-course winemaker hosted dinner with exceptional wines and world-class cuisine; 6:30 p.m. Thursday; prices vary; multiple locations, call for information; (877) 870-3463

Kluge Estate Winery and Vineyard features a sampling of world-class wines tucked in the mountainside of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Charlottesville; 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday; free; Vino 100, 5056 Fourth St. N., St. Petersburg; (727) 522-8466

OTHER EVENTS

Today

Cigar Smoker Event; features beer and wine tasting, buffet, cigar rolling demonstration and includes live music from "The Human Condition," humidor drawing, contests and prizes; 6:30 to 10 p.m. today; $25 to $35; Tre Amici at the Bunker, 1907 N. 19th St., Tampa; (813) 241-6900

Today-Saturday

Special Olympics State Equestrian Championship; features Special Olympics athletes participating in equestrian competitions; (opening ceremonies on Friday at 6:30 p.m.); 9 a.m. today and Saturday; free; Florida State Fairgrounds, Bob Thomas Equestrian Center, 4800 U.S. 301 N., Tampa; (352) 243-9536

Saturday

Spring Gaited Classic Horse Show; features an "A" rated horse show; 9 a.m. to noon Saturday; free; Florida State Fairgrounds, Bob Thomas Equestrian Center, 4800 U.S. 301 N., Tampa; (352) 406-1395

Ken Walters' 11th Annual Celebrate Sinatra; Tom Tiratto performs his Sinatra-styled show; includes hors d'oeuvres, Tom Tiratto and the Joe Stagi Orchestra, an open bar and more; 9 p.m. to1 a.m. Saturday; $75 (reservations required); Academy Ballroom, 3319 Bayshore Blvd., Tampa; (813) 258-8032

Ybor City Market; features jewelry, purses, hats, arts and crafts, candles, dog goodies and more; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday; free admission; Centennial Park, 1800 E. Eighth Ave., Tampa; (813) 241-2442

Saturday Morning Market; features fresh produce, gourmet baked goods, greenery, handcrafts, gifts, artwork, live music and more; 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday; free admission; Central Avenue between First and Second streets, downtown St. Petersburg; (727) 455-4921

Brandon Fresh Market; features produce, plants, seafood, used books, antiques, tools, fudge, arts and more; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday; free admission; Bloomingdale Avenue between Watson and Providence avenues, Brandon; (813) 748-0441

Classic Car Show and Blood Drive; features classic cars on display for show and a blood drive conducted by the Vietnam Veterans of America; includes a silent auction, food, vendors, face painting and more; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday; free admission; Veterans Memorial Park, 3602 Highway 301, Tampa; (813) 655-7129

Family Fun Night; features swimming, volleyball, dancing, a cookout and more; 6 p.m. Saturday; $10 adults, $3 children; Compton Park, 16101 Compton Drive, Tampa; (813) 988-8188

"High Roller Hounds Night" 6th Annual Puppy Love Benefit features a social hour with cash bar, live music, entertainment, catered dinner benefiting Pet Pal Rescue; includes games, entertainment and live and silent auctions; 7 p.m. Saturday; $50; The Coliseum, 535 Fourth Ave. N., St. Petersburg; (727) 892-5202

"Go!"; art, fashion and music showcase designed to give more exposure to the Tampa's arts community and its artists; Saturday, 7 p.m. to midnight; free admission; Ritz Theater, 1503 E. Seventh Ave., Ybor City; (813) 247-2555

Sunday

"Accessory to Murder: Our Culture's Complicity in the Death of Ryan Skipper" features a screening of the documentary detailing the life and death of Ryan Skipper, a gay man who was the victim of a hate crime; includes a panel discussion with Ryan's family; 6:30 p.m. Sunday; free; American Stage Theatre, 211 Third St. S., St. Petersburg; (727) 823-7529

Sunday Market; features food, crafts and other wares available for purchase; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday; free admission; Keel & Curley Winery, 5210 Thonotosassa Road, Plant City; (813) 748-0441

10th Anniversary Celebration benefiting the Cedarview Learning Center features food, goody bags filled with flyers, information, prizes, raffles and more; 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday; free; Cedarview Learning Center, 5398 School Road, New Port Richey; (727) 817-0515

Book Signing; Linda Taylor signs her book "Great Women in Nature: How Wild Florida Influenced Their Lives"; includes the sale of Taylor's art prints; 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday; free; Painted Fish Gallery, 350 Main St., Dunedin; (727) 734-5060

Caribbean Cultural Showcase; features a sampling of the Caribbean through cuisine, fashion, products, music, arts and crafts and entertainment; includes a children's play area, games, giveaways and more; 1 to 7 p.m. Sunday; $10 adults, free children 13 years and younger; Bayanihan Arts and Events Center, 14301 Nine Eagles Drive, Tampa; (813) 774-8557

Week Ahead

Summer Fun Horse Show; a three-day show open to many breed classes; 8 a.m. Wednesday and Thursday; free; Florida State Fairgrounds (via Orient Road entrance,) 4800 U.S. 301 N., Tampa; (813) 765-7162

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

Chippendales perform their notorious dance act for one night only; 9:30 p.m. Tuesday; $20 to $42; Side Splitters, 12938 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa; (813) 960-1197

Puppet Show: Happy Birthday Moon; features a family oriented puppet show; 9:30, 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Thursday; free; Town N' Country Recreation Department, 6039 Hanley Road, Tampa; (813) 273-3652

Melinda Ramos

The deadline for submitting Events listings is a week before publication. Mail listings to Events, Friday Extra, P.O. Box 191, Tampa, 33601 or e-mail friextra@tampatrib.com

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