Things To Do Feb. 26-March 5 in Gulfport, St. Pete

two dogs standing in a picture framed that says "smooch a pooch" and "kisses one dollar" at Gulfport's Get Rescued. — Here’s a list of things to do Feb. 28-March 5 in Pinellas. Find adoptable pets, dog wigs, the best in catnip, and even skunks at Gulfport’s Get Rescued festival in downtown Gulfport on Saturday, Feb. 28.
*Photo courtesy of Get Rescued Inc.*

Gulfport’s Get Rescued, a St. Pete garden sale, and a full moon yoga class on St. Pete Beach: Here’s your weekly list of things to do Feb. 26-March 5 in Pinellas.

All Week Long

Cross Bayou & Joe’s Creek Cleanup Grab a paddle and help clear the clutter. Pinellas County Environmental Management and Keep Pinellas Beautiful are teaming up for a spring waterway cleanup as part of the Great American Cleanup. Volunteers 18 years and older can bring their own canoe or kayak (or reserve one while supplies last) to remove trash and debris from Cross Bayou Canal and Joe’s Creek, then stick around for lunch and a free raffle. 78th Street & 70th Avenue N., St. Petersburg. Registration closes March 5. Event on Sat., March 7, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m Register by March 5. pinellas.gov, watershed@pinellas.gov.

Thursday, February 26-Sunday, March 1

American Stage Presents: Fairyland: A Midwinter Night’s Dream Boyd Hill Nature Preserve transforms into an enchanted dreamscape for a walk-through production of Fairyland: A Midwinter Night’s Dream. Follow the lovers down winding trails, dodge mischievous fairies and watch the woods glow. An immersive outdoor adventure for all ages. Wear comfy shoes — you’re walking through the magic (Boyd Hill). Boyd Hill, 1101 Country Club Way S., St. Petersburg. Through March 8. Thurs.-Sun., 6 & 8 p.m. $48. americanstage.org, 727-823-7529.

Thursday, February 26

Networking With a Time Capsule The Pinellas Beaches Chamber of Commerce invites you to an After Hours Networking Mixer — and this one comes with a twist. Last year, Chamber members joined library, school board, and City officials to crack open a 50-year-old time capsule hidden inside the library wall (yes, really). There was a crowd, a speech, and plenty of nostalgia. This year? They’re throwing another party — complete with live jazz and refreshments — to refill the capsule with fresh memories and seal it back up for the next 50 years. Gulf Beaches Public Library, 200 Municipal Dr., Madeira Beach. 5-6:30 p.m. pinellasbeacheschamber.org, 727-360-4121.

Friday, February 27-Saturday, February 28

*Sponsored Event* Garden Club Sale for Hurricane Relief The Garden Club of St. Petersburg is hosting a two-day sale packed with women’s clothing, home decor, sweet treats, greenery, and more — all to support local hurricane recovery efforts. Shop local, do good, repeat. Garden Club of St. Petersburg, 500 Sunset Dr. S., St. Petersburg. Fri., 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-1 p.m. gardenclubstpetersburg.org, gardenclubofstpetersburg@gmail.com.

Friday, February 27

LGBTQ+ Seniors Coffee & Conversation Pull up a chair and pour a cup, this morning meetup at the Gulfport Senior Center invites LGBTQ+ seniors to gather for coffee, pastries, and easygoing conversation. Gulfport Senior Center, 5501 27th Ave. S., Gulfport. 10 a.m. mygulfport.us, 727-893-1231.

Tree Talk Tour Thinking about trimming, topping, or tackling that giant oak in your yard? Don’t just hand a chainsaw to the lowest bidder. Head to the Barbara Gilberg Habitat for a guided tour and an eye-opening chat on why credentials actually matter when hiring contractors for tree work. Meet horticulturalist Xavier in the pavilion. Bring pen and paper. Barbara Gilberg Habitat, 1600 Pasadena Ave. S., South Pasadena. 1 p.m. xvelez@southpasadena.com, 727-408-8640

Village Friday Madeira Beach’s Village Friday brings live music, late-night shopping, and food and drink specials to John’s Pass Village. Catch Blind Pass live at the Bell Tower stage while restaurants and bars roll out the specials and shops keep the doors open a little later than usual. John’s Pass Bell Tower, 12800 Village Blvd., Madeira Beach. 6-9 p.m. madeirabeachfl.gov.

Saturday, February 28

Cats & Mats Yoga Stretch, flow, and try not to get emotionally attached to every single cat in the room. (Or do, they need homes) This all-levels yoga class pairs movement with adoptable kitties roaming freely. Bring a yoga mat, towel, and water. Friends of Strays — Cat Box Community Room, 3015 46th Ave. N., St. Petersburg. 10-11 a.m. $25. friendsofstrays.org, 727-522-6566.

Gulfport’s Get Rescued The 22nd annual Get Rescued Animal Rescue Festival takes over Beach Boulevard with up to 50 rescue groups, pet vendors, local artists, training demos, raffles, and the crowd-favorite Florida Wiener Dog Derby. All well-behaved pets welcome. Proceeds support participating rescue groups. Beach Boulevard, Gulfport. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. getrescuedinc.org, 727-322-5217.

General Strikes: From Black History to Ending ICE Terror In honor of Black History Month, this educational presentation dives into the history of general strikes throughout Black history, and how collective worker power can be used today to fight today’s injustice. Allendale United Methodist Church, 3803 Haines Road N., St. Petersburg. 12 p.m. facebook.com/floridapsl, tampabay@pslweb.org.

Sunday, March 1

For the Love of Gulfport Love is loud, proud, and taking over Trolley Market Square. Gulfport Pride Florida Inc. presents “For the Love of Gulfport,” a community-focused Pride celebration with music from DJ Ria Cee, local food vendors, arts and crafts, and the Gulfport Gecko Amalgamated Marching Band. Trolley Market Square, 4900 Tangerine Ave. S., Gulfport. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. facebook.com/gulfportpride, 727-266-5858.

Jazz in the Park The New Horizons Band of Gulfport brings its jazz and concert bands to the Clymer Park pavilion for a Sunday afternoon concert filled with swing, classics, and crowd-pleasing favorites. Donations are welcome to help keep the music playing. Clymer Park, 5501 27th Ave. S., Gulfport. 3-5 p.m. newhorizonsbandgulfport.org.

Monday, March 2

Movement Mondays Movement Mondays turns the St. Pete Pier waterfront into a sober, family-friendly mini-rave where music, dance, and flow arts collide in the best way. Bring your LED lights (if you have) and dance on a Monday. St. Pete Pier, 335 2nd Ave. NE, St. Petersburg. 7-9 p.m. facebook.com/movementmondaystpete, movementmondaystpete@gmail.com.

Full Moon Ceremony on St. Pete Beach Under the glow of the full moon yoga instructor Vandana Dillon invites you to an evening of gentle yoga, sound healing, and intention-setting right on St. Pete Beach. Donation based. Bring a mat or towel, something comfortable to sit on. Pass-a-Grille Beach, 22nd Avenue, St. Pete Beach. 6 p.m. 727-560-7317.

Wednesday, March 4

Open Mic For You Open Mic Night at 3 Daughters Brewing brings musicians and music lovers together on the mainstage every first Wednesday. Hosted by St. Pete’s own Bryan Smith, artist signup starts at 6:30 p.m. All sound equipment is provided. 3 Daughters Brewing, 222 22nd St. S., St. Petersburg. 7-10 p.m. 3dbrewing.com, 727-495-6002.

Thursday, March 5

Sounds of the Baroque Era An intimate night of classical guitar lands at the Museum of Fine Arts St. Petersburg as Cuban-born virtuoso René Izquierdo performs a program inspired by the drama and depth of the Baroque era. This concert is in conversation with the exhibition In Caravaggio’s Light. Museum of Fine Arts St. Petersburg (Marly Room), 255 Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. 7-8 p.m. $15 for members, $35 for non-members. mfastpete.org, 727-896-2667.