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A concert at Sacred Lands, a Handmade Haunted Bazaar market, Nan Colton as Georgia O’Keeffe; Here’s your weekly list of things to do Sept. 24-Oct. 1 in Pinellas.
Thursday, Sept. 24
What is PACE & How It Can Help You Learn how Empath LIFE’s PACE program supports older adults through coordinated care and services designed to help them stay healthy and independent. Light snacks will be provided. Preregistration is required; call to register. Gulfport Senior Center, 5501 27th Ave. S., Gulfport. 3:30 p.m. mygulfport.us, 727-893-5657.
Gallery Readiness Workshop Artists looking to work with galleries can get practical tips on submissions, representation, collector expectations, and presenting their work professionally in this workshop from Browne Art. Imagine Museum, 1901 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. 6-7:30 p.m. $10. eventbrite.com, 727-300-1700.
Friday, Sept. 25
Roast of Ryan Wells Watch friends, family, and seasoned comedians put Ryan Wells in the hot seat (and completely destroy him) at this roast. Grab a drink, enjoy the burns, or RSVP for a chance to take the mic and deliver some lines of your own. Sunshine City Comedy Club, 5501 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach. 10:30 p.m.-12 a.m. sunshinecitycomedyclub.com, 727-435-0327.
Southeast Asian Food Cooking Class Spice up your afternoon with a hands-on cooking class featuring bold Southeast Asian flavors. Sip Tom Yum soup, make Vietnamese shrimp rice paper rolls, and learn how to build a classic chicken Pad Thai. The Chef Upstairs, 515 22nd St. S., St. Petersburg. 4-5:30 p.m. $55. thechefupstairsusa.com, 727-870-9221.
Barks & Brews Grab a beer for a good cause at Bayboro Brewing Co.’s Yappy Hour with Friends of Strays. From 6-8 p.m., $1 from every beer sold will support Friends of Strays and its Love Unleashed campaign. Bayboro Brewing Co., 2390 5th Ave. S., St. Petersburg. 6-8 p.m. friendsofstrays.org, 727-767-9666.
Saturday, Sept. 26
Superhero Fun Walk “Honey…where’s my supersuit?!” Suit up and head to Vinoy Park for a superhero-themed walk supporting the Bleeding Disorders Foundation of Florida. The free, non-ticketed event includes music, food, games, prizes, and fundraising opportunities, with costumes highly encouraged. Vinoy Park, 701 Bayshore Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. 9 a.m. eventbrite.com, 800-293-6527.
Meet the Wildlife Explore Boyd Hill and learn how to spot signs of Florida’s native birds, reptiles, mammals, insects, and plants. Pinellas Pioneer Settlement, 3101 31st St. S., St. Petersburg. 9:30-10:30 p.m. $5. stpeteparksrec.org, 727-893-7326.
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.
Girls Who Get It Craft Night Get crafty with The Girls and FloridaRAMA during a hands-on mosaic coaster workshop. Design and take home a custom set of two coasters using colorful glass tiles. FloridaRAMA, 2606 Fairfield Ave. S., St. Petersburg. 4-7 p.m. floridarama.art, 850-896-1639.
National Day of Ghost Hunting Get spooky with SPIRITS of St. Petersburg during a paranormal investigation of the historic Cordova Inn — under a full moon! Start with a paranormal 101 at Pages & Perks inside the Cordova Inn, then explore some of the hotel’s reportedly haunted spaces in small groups. Ages 14 and older; minors must attend with an adult. Cordova Inn, 253 2nd Ave. N., St. Petersburg. Time slots, 6-8 p.m. or 8:15-10:15 p.m. $30. spiritsofstpete.com, 727-821-5759.
Sacred Lands Concert Spend an evening under the trees with Vicki Scuteri, Howard and Adam Spencer as the trio blends jazz, rock, country, and more at this outdoor concert. Bring bug spray, and leave pets at home. Sacred Lands, 1700 Park St. N., St. Petersburg. 6:30 p.m.; music starts 7 p.m. sacredlandspreservation.org, 727-367-3592.
Sunday, Sept. 27
Hauntizaar: Handmade Haunted Bazaar Get your spooky-season shopping done early at Hauntizaar, featuring 40 handmade vendors, a bookmobile, a food truck, and pop-up dance performances at the St. Pete Shuffleboard Club. St. Petersburg Shuffleboard Club, 559 Mirror Lake Dr. N., St. Petersburg. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. eventbrite.com, 727-822-2083.
Florida on My Mind at Bayboro Brewing Step into Kostar Kustom’s “beautifully weird” Florida with a solo exhibition featuring vibrant, Florida-inspired artwork and original illustrations from Where the Florida Things Live. Bayboro Brewing, 2390 Fifth Ave. S., St. Petersburg. Closing reception, 2-6 p.m. facebook.com/artbyjamese, 727-767-9666.
Nan Colton as Georgia O’Keeffe See actress, playwright, and historian Nan Colton bring Georgia O’Keeffe to life in a one-woman performance exploring the artist’s life, work, and legacy. Proceeds benefit the Gulfport Senior Foundation. Catherine A. Hickman Theater, 5501 27th Ave. S., Gulfport. 3-4:30 p.m. eventbrite.com, 727-893-1070.
Tuesday, Sept. 29
The Bird That Saved Itself Learn how the Everglade snail kite made an unexpected comeback at Stetson Law’s first Foreman Biodiversity Lecture of the semester. Author and scientist Hilary Flower discusses her new book, The Kite and the Snail, her Florida fieldwork, and the ways the once-endangered bird adapted to a changing environment. Stetson University College of Law, Mann Lounge, 1401 61st St. S., Gulfport. 1-2 p.m. stetson.edu, 727-254-8353.
Pinellas Technical College Open House Explore more than 50 hands-on career and technical training programs at Pinellas Technical College. Meet instructors, current students, counselors, and financial aid specialists while touring the campus. Pinellas Technical College, 901 34th St. S., St. Petersburg. 6-7:30 p.m. myptc.edu, 727-538-7167.
Gulfport Democrats Amendment Town Hall The Gulfport Democrats will host a free, nonpartisan town hall featuring the League of Women Voters. The League will explain the language and provisions of the three amendments on the November ballot, helping residents better understand what they’ll be voting on. Gulfport Neighborhood Center, 1617 49th St. S., Gulfport. 7 p.m. facebook.com/gulfportdems, info.gulfportdems@gmail.com.
Wednesday, Sept. 30
West St. Pete CommUNITY Meeting Meet neighborhood leaders, connect with local agencies, and learn about issues affecting West St. Pete at this community gathering. A neighborhood and civic resource fair runs from 5:30-6 p.m., followed by a community meeting from 6-7:30 p.m. featuring updates on city projects. St. Petersburg Catholic High School, 6333 9th Ave. N., St. Petersburg. 5:30-7:30 p.m. luma.com/kyschdoc.
Open Mic Night at Mastry’s Grab the mic or just kick back and listen at Mastry’s weekly open mic, hosted by Hannah Selby. Musicians, singers, poets, and anyone else with something to say to the world are welcome. Every Wednesday. Mastry’s Brewing Co., 7701 Blind Pass Road, St. Pete Beach. 7-8 p.m. facebook.com/mastrysbrewingco, 727-202-8045.
Instant Noodles Community Jam This isn’t your typical open mic — it’s a full-on jam session. Musicians and vocalists link up and build the band on the spot. Sign up in advance to secure a spot on stage. Suite E Studios, 615 27th St. S., St. Petersburg. 7-10 p.m. bit.ly/instant-noodles-jam, 727-300-6756.
Thursday, Oct. 1
DanceHall Fit Want to dance? Turn up the energy with a dance-fitness workout designed to burn calories, tone your body, and leave you feeling energized. Gulfport Senior Center, 5501 27th Ave. S., Gulfport. 3:30 p.m. mygulfport.us, 727-893-1231.
Wellness Center Ribbon Cutting You have a new wellness spot on the beach. Celebrate Flow State Medical & Wellness with the Pinellas Beaches Chamber at an evening ribbon-cutting and open house, featuring cocktails, mocktails, light bites, and raffles. Flow State Medical & Wellness, 16701 Gulf Blvd., Unit D, North Redington Beach. 5 p.m. flowstatemedical.com, 727-238-9567.
Suki Waterhouse at Jannus Live Catch Suki Waterhouse’s dreamy indie retro-pop set live in St. Pete on her Loveland Tour, with special guest Rochelle Jordan. The outdoor show is standing-room only. Jannus Live, 200 1st Ave. N., St. Petersburg. 7 p.m. $60. jannuslive.com, 727-565-0550.
