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Meetings & Classes December 2007

Saturday, 01 December 2007

Ongoing

Aqua Fitness Water Workout, also fibromyalgia and arthritis classes, ongoing at The Long Center, Clearwater and Bonsai Health and Fitness Center, Largo. Call for dates and times. Call 727-796-5933.

Computer Learning Center, public access to computers and the internet, as well as basic, intermediate and advanced computer training for youth and adults. Appointment required. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Also offering classes at Westminster Apts., Oldsmar by registration. Call 727-791-8255.

Computer Tutorials, one-on-one 15-minute hands-on computer tutorials, by appointment only. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

ESOL Tutoring, ongoing volunteer ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) programs, ESOL instruction. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

Family Support Services, daily assistance in accessing programs and services for financial and other life issues. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.

"Fit For Life" Boot Camp, 6-7 a.m. Mon.-Fri., intense cardio and strength training classes for adults. Ongoing. Registration required. Tarpon Community Center Gym, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628, ext. 5.

Free Parenting Classes, sponsored by the Suncoast Community Mental Health -- Total Family Strategy Program. Ongoing eight-week courses for parents of children ages 4-10. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. For times, locations and registration, call 727-543-8589.

Grandparent Raising Grandchildren Support Groups, sponsored by the Kinship Care Program, St. Petersburg. Meetings: 10 a.m. fourth Tuesday monthly at Largo Library; 10 a.m. third Thursday monthly at Dunedin Senior Center; and, 6 p.m. third Monday monthly at Clearwater-Family Counseling, 1615 Union St., Clearwater. Call 727-550-4250.

Jazzercise Class, 6 p.m. Mon.- Wed.; 9 a.m. Tues. and Thurs.; 9:15 a.m. Sat., complete cardio workout combining aerobics, yoga, Pilates and kick boxing movements. Registration required. Tarpon Community Center Gym, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628.

Sunrise Table Tennis Club match play for beginners to advanced players of all ages. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun.; 4-9 p.m. Mon., at Countryside Rec. Ctr., 2640 Sabal Springs Dr., Clearwater; 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Tues. and Thurs., 12:30-5 p.m. Sat. at The Long Center, 1501 N. Belcher Rd., Clearwater; 6-9 p.m. Wed. and Fri. at Ross Norton Rec. Complex, 1426 S. MLK Jr. Ave., Clearwater. Lessons available by appointment. Call 727-669-0899.

Every Monday

Chi Chi Rodriguez Ladies Golf League, openings for new members October-March. Chi Chi Rodriguez Golf Course, 3030 N. McMullen Booth Rd., Clearwater. Call 727-392-6381.

"I Can Problem Solve," 3:30-5 p.m., fun games, stories, role-playing and more to assist children K-Grade 6 in conflict resolution and problem-solving strategies. Westminster Apartments Community Center, Oldsmar. Call 727-791-8255.

Sign Language Instruction, 3:30-4:30 p.m. school-age children's classes; 6-7 p.m. adult beginner's classes; 7-7:50 p.m. adult intermediate classes. Call for start dates of ongoing 16-week courses. Deaf Literacy Center at the Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 232.

Mah Jongg Class, 1 p.m., new series of lessons with instructor Rhoda Gold. Registration required. Tarpon Community Center Gym, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628.

"Investigators of Nature," 4-5 p.m., club for children ages 6-12. Different nature exploration each week. Dunedin Nature Center, 1910 Ed Eckert Dr., Dunedin. Call 727-298-3271.

Strength/Body Sculpting Class, 5:30 p.m. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, 650 Pine Ave. N., Oldsmar. Call 813-740-1260 or 813-818-0149.

Renaissance Speakers Club, 6 p.m., learn about public speaking in a supportive atmosphere. Chic Realty, 28 N. Ft. Harrison Ave., Clearwater. Call 727-585-3211.

Q&A Computer Users Group, 6:30 p.m., informal club open to the public, sponsored by Tampa Bay Computer Society. Palm Harbor Library, 2330 Nebraska Ave., Palm Harbor. Call 727-443-4433.

Tai Chi, 7 p.m., new class in Taiji Quan. Registration required. Craig Park Recreation Center, 5 Beekman Lane, Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628.

Every Monday and Tuesday

Free Genealogical Assistance, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., by volunteers John Kiwala and Ken Nichol. Tarpon Springs Public Library, 138 Lemon St., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-943-4922.

Every Monday and Wednesday

Stretching & Pilates Class, 9:30 a.m., strength training and stretching with instructor Nancy J. Cavanaugh. Registration required. Tarpon Community Center, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628.

Adult Tai Chi Classes, 10-11 a.m. for ages 16+ with instructor Orlando Schiaffino. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, 650 Pine Ave. N., Oldsmar. Call 813-740-1260 or 813-818-0149.

Free Tutoring and Homework Assistance, 4-6 p.m., assistance for elementary, middle and high school students. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 M.L. King St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.

Jazzercise, 6:15 p.m., for ages 18 and up. Oldsmar Senior Center, 127 State St. W., Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

Every Monday and Thursday

Tai Chi and Chi Kung Classes, 7-9 p.m., low impact exercise taught by Jim Rosenthal, certified instructor. Registration required. Congregation B'Nai Emmunah, Reform Jewish Synagogue, 3374 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-224-0036.

Every Monday and Friday

Sunrise Table Tennis Club after-school youth trainings for ages 10-17. 4-6 p.m. Mondays at Countryside Rec. Ctr., 2640 Sabal Springs Dr., Clearwater; 4-6 p.m. Fridays at Ross Norton Rec. Complex, 1426 S. MLK Jr. Ave., Clearwater. Other times available by appointment. Call 727-669-0899.

Every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday

Jazzercise, 9:30 a.m. regular Jazzercise; 8:45 a.m. Mon. and Wed. Personal Touch format, instructor LeAnn Carreno. Safety Harbor Community Center, 650 Ninth Ave. S., Safety Harbor. Registration required. Call 727-460-3013.

Individual Pre-GED And Basic English Literacy Tutoring, by appointment. Basic Deaf Literacy Program, 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 232.

Every Monday, Wednesday, Friday

"Stroller Fit," 9:30 a.m., workout with baby by your side. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

CCO Food Pantry, 12:30-3 p.m. Mon. and Fri.; 9-11 a.m. Wed., nourishment for families and individuals provided by the Church & Community Outreach. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.

Every Monday and Thursday

Free Food Tastings, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., at Nature's Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland Ave., Clearwater. Call 727-443-6703.

Tai Chi and Chi Kung Classes, 7 p.m., low impact exercises with instructor Jim Rosenthal. Congregation B'nai Emmunah, Reform Jewish Synagogue, 3374 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-224-0036.

Every Monday, Friday, Sunday

Buddhist Book Discussion, 7 p.m. Mon. and Fri.; 3:30 p.m. Sun., free and open to the public. Optional meditation prior to meeting. 1709 Mexico Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-934-8040.

Every Tuesday

Knifty Knitting and Beginning Knitting, classes with Sue Singleton. Registration required. Classes ongoing for ages 12 and up. Safety Harbor Community Center, 650 Ninth Ave. S., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1530.

Medicare Claims Forms Assistance, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. by appointment at the Tarpon Springs Community Center, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628.

"Mom and Me" Classes, 9:15, 10:15 and 11 a.m. through Nov. 13, playtime, art activities, music time, discussions and more with Jewish holidays and traditions woven into the program. Registration required. Congregation B'Nai Emmunah, Reform Jewish Synagogue, 3374 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-938-9000.

America Today, 10 a.m.-noon, reflect on current events in a group setting with occasional community leaders. Lois V. Silberman Senior Lounge, The Golda Meier/Kent Jewish Center 2010 Greenbriar Blvd., Clearwater. Call 727-736-1494.

Bingo Social, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., refreshments and prizes. Registration required. Countryside Recreation Center, 2640 Sabal Springs Dr., Clearwater. Call 727-669-1914.

NPI (Network Professionals) Palm Harbor Chapter, 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m., weekly networking meeting at Countryside Country Club, 3001 Countryside Blvd., Clearwater. Call 727-804-1399.

"Creating Peace In Your Everyday Life," 4:30-6 p.m., program for young negotiators and skills for managing anger, a series of courses for middle and high school-age youth. Westminster Apartments Community Center, Oldsmar. Registration requested. Call 727-791-8255.

Creative Speaker's Club, 7:30-9 p.m. 2nd and 4th Tues., learn public speaking. Pinellas Park Public Library, 7770 52nd St., Pinellas Park. Call 727-787-8609.

Power Yoga, 6 p.m., beginners through advanced. Instructor Chrissy Saris. Ongoing. Registration required. Tarpon Community Center Gym, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628.

Basic Judaism and Torah Study, 6:30 p.m., followed by "Torah Topics," 7:30 p.m., Congregation B'nai Emmunah, Reform Jewish Synagogue, 3374 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-938-9000.

Upper Pinellas Singles, 6:30 p.m., dinner and nondenominational program for persons 55 and over. First United Methodist Church of Dunedin, 449 Wood St., Dunedin. Call 727-937-4175 or 727-943-0276.

Buddhist Meditation Classes, 8-9:15 p.m.; learn the art of relaxation and stress-release with Kelsang Sanden, Kadampa Buddhism monk, at Parbawatiya Buddhist Center, 201-6th Ave. S., Safety Harbor. Suitable for beginners. All welcome. Call 727-797-9770.

Every Tuesday and Wednesday

Homework Help, 3-5 p.m., high school volunteers assist elementary school students with their homework. Appointment suggested. Countryside Public Library, 2741 S.R. 580, Clearwater. Call 727-669-1290.

Every Tuesday and Thursday

Kung Fu Classes, 5-6 p.m. for ages 4-8. Instructor Orlando Schiaffino. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, 650 Pine Ave. N., Oldsmar. Call 813-740-1260.

Kung Fu Classes, 6 p.m. "Wushu" for youth and adults. Registration required. Tarpon Springs Community Center, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628.

Cardio Kick Boxing, 6:30 p.m., four-week program. Ongoing, registration required. Craig Park Recreation Center, 5 Beekman Lane, Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628.

Tae Kwon Do, 7-8 p.m., for all ages. Registration requested. Oldsmar Senior Center, 127 State St. W., Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

Computer Classes, 11:30 a.m. Tues. and Thurs.; 7 p.m. Wed., lecture and demonstrations in Community Room A at the Dunedin Public Library. Call 727-298-3080, ext., 230.

Every Wednesday

Crocheting, classes with Sue Singleton. Registration required. Classes ongoing for ages 12 and up. Safety Harbor Community Center, 650 Ninth Ave. S., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1530.

Yoga Class, 10-11:30 a.m., ongoing class with instructor Nancy Smith. Unity Community Church, 1315 Bayshore Blvd., Dunedin. Call 727-734-0635.

Yoga, 11 a.m., 7 p.m., registration required. Cypress Forest Rec. Ctr., 650 Pine Ave. N., Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

WIC (Women, Infants and Children), 1-4 p.m. (2-6 p.m. third Wed.; also, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. second Fri.), supplemental foods and services that promote good health for pregnant, postpartum and breast-feeding women with children ages 0-5. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.

One-on-One Small Business Counseling Sessions, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., presented in partnership with SCORE (senior small business counselors). Registration required. Clearwater Main Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave., Clearwater. Call 727-562-4970, ext. 5045.

Latin and Ballroom Dance, 10:15-11:15 a.m., taught by the Rungo Academy. Learn the waltz, fox trot, tango, mamba and more. Registration required. Countryside Recreation Center, 2640 Sabal Springs Dr., Clearwater. Call 727-669-1914.

"Creating Peace In Your Everyday Life," 4:30-6 p.m., program for young negotiators and skills for managing anger, a series of courses for middle and high school-age youth. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 MLK St., Safety Harbor. Registration requested. Call 727-791-8255.

Fencing, 5-6:30 p.m., instructor/maestro Boyko Krastevitch, graduate of the Bulgarian National Sport Academy. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, 650 Pine Ave. N., Oldsmar. Call 813-740-1260.

Computer Skills for the Deaf, 6-7:30 p.m., also, Basic Deaf Literacy, 6:30-8 p.m., registration required. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 232.

Guided Night Walks in the Brooker Creek Preserve, 6:30-8 p.m. every other Wednesday with Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center staff. Pre-registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

Scrapbooking, 7-8:30 p.m. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

Introduction to Meditation Class, 7:30 p.m., Buddhist meditation and the power of positive thinking. Sponsored by the Tarpon Springs Recreation Dept., Tarpon Springs Community Center, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Registration required. Call 727-942-5628.

Every Wednesday and Friday

Senior Socials, 9 a.m.-noon, for ages 50 and up. Coffee, donuts and bagels. Oldsmar Senior Center, 127 State St. W., Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1195.

Every Thursday

Fall Migration Bird Hikes, 8-9:30 a.m. through Thurs., Oct. 25, with Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center staff. Pre-registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

Toddler Time to Sign, 10-10:30 p.m., for ages 18 months-3 years. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 232.

Yoga Class, 10:30 a.m., for beginners to advanced. Tarpon Springs Community Center, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628.

Genealogical Assistance, 1-3 p.m., by members of the Caladesi Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution at the Dunedin Public Library. Call 727-584-4628 or 727-298-3080.

Introduction to Medical Qi Qong (Tai Chi), 1:30 p.m., basic breathing and stretching exercises for pain management. Free class; pre-registration required. Tarpon Springs Community Center, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628.

"I Can Problem Solve," 3:30-5 p.m., fun games, stories, role-playing and more to assist children K-Grade 6 in conflict resolution and problem-solving strategies. Safety Harbor Neighborhood Family Center, 1003 M.L. King St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-8255.

Free Tutoring and Homework Assistance, 4-6 p.m., assistance for elementary, middle and high school students. Westminster Apartments Community Center, Oldsmar. Call 727-791-8255.

Teen Book Chat Club, 4:30-5:30 p.m., for ages 13-16. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 232.

Dog Obedience Classes, 7:15-8 p.m. or 8:15- 9 p.m. Thurs. for eight sessions at Bicentennial Park and Mobbly Bayou Dog Area, 423 Lafayette Blvd., Oldsmar. Registration required. Call 813-749-1260.

Recovery Inc., 7:30 p.m., support group for anxiety and depression with steps to feel better and raise self-esteem. Grace Lutheran Church, 1812 N. Highland Ave., Clearwater. Call 727-525-1749.

Adult Dog Manners, 8:30-9:30 p.m., six-week class session taught by a certified pet trainer and member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers. Class for new puppy owners, 7:15-8:15 p.m. Registration required. Countryside Recreation Center, 2640 Sabal Springs Dr., Clearwater. Call 727-669-1914.

Every Thursday and Sunday

Buddhist Meditation Classes, 7-8:30 p.m. Thurs.; 10 a.m.-noon Sun., learn the art of relaxation and stress-release with Kadam Lucy James, senior Kadampa Buddhist meditation teacher with more than 26 years experience. Parbawatiya Buddhist Center, 201-6th Ave. S., Safety Harbor. Suitable for beginners. All welcome. Call 727-797-9770.

Every Friday

Dunedin Writers Group, 9:30 a.m., weekly meetings for aspiring and published writers. Dunedin Library, 223 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. Call 727-734-3621 or 727-298-3080, ext. 224.

Tarpon Springs Writers Group, 10 a.m., weekly meeting for writers. Tarpon Springs Library, 138 E. Lemon St., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-943-4922.

"Read 'n Play," 2-4 p.m., children read to teen volunteers and play an educational/reading board game. Ends with special "Reading Celebration" on Thurs., Aug. 2. Tarpon Springs Library, 138 E. Lemon St., Tarpon Springs. Registration required. Call 727-943-4922.

Learn to Salsa, 6-7 p.m. Fridays in March. For beginners, couples or singles. Registration required. Cypress Forest Rec. Ctr., 650 Pine Ave. N., Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

Youth Nights, 6-9 p.m., for ages 10-15. Bicentennial Park Recreation Center, Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings, 6:45 p.m. Beginners; 8 p.m. "Big Book," at Cypress Meadows Community Church, 2180 McMullen Booth Rd., Safety Harbor. Call 727-669-2500.

Every Friday and Second Saturday

Shabbat Services, 8 p.m. Fri.; 9:30 a.m. second Sat. monthly, with Rabbi Shimon Moch. Congregation B'Nai Emmunah, Reform Jewish Synagogue, 3374 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-938-9000.

Every Saturday

Defensive Tactics, 8 a.m. and 9 a.m., basic escapes, stand-up and ground defenses and anti-rape techniques with instructor Brian Peters in the Fire Station Training Room, Oldsmar Fire Rescue, 225 Pine Ave. N., Oldsmar. Registration required. Call 813-749-1260.

"Boot Camp" Fitness, 9-10:30 a.m., workout with Andreya Tornes, certified personal trainer. Call for next date. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

Guided Hikes in the Brooker Creek Preserve, 9-11 a.m., with Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center staff. Pre-registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

Guided Hikes of Weedon Island, 9 a.m., pre-registration required. Meet at the classroom patio. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

PINAWOR (Pinellas Authors and Writers Organization) meeting, 9:30 a.m.-noon, at the Highland Recreation Complex, 400 N. Highland Ave., Largo. A self-help, educational-motivational group for aspiring and published writers. Call 727-791-1477.

Tutoring for Teens, 10 a.m.-noon, free sessions by appointment with Vinay. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-3386.

Knit Club, 2 p.m., open to beginners and advanced knitters. Tarpon Springs Library, 138 E. Lemon St., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-943-4922.

Every Sunday

Photography Hikes on Weedon Island, 8-9:30 a.m. first Sunday monthly, pre-registration required. Open to photographers of all levels. Sunday Stroll, early morning nature walk, 8:30-9:30 a.m. every Sunday. Pre-registration required. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

"Feeding the Hungry," 4-5 p.m., free meal for anyone in need. Provided by the Shepard Center, volunteers from Congregation B'Nai Emmunah, Reform Jewish Synagogue, and Mount Moriah AME (African Methodist Episcopal). CBE, 3374 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-938-9000.

Jewish Studies with a focus on classic Judaism, 5:30-7:30 p.m., lessons for middle and high school students with Dr. Steven Cohen. The Golda Meier/Kent Jewish Center 2010 Greenbriar Blvd., Clearwater. Call 727-736-1494.

Scottish Country Dancing, 6-7 p.m. beginners; 7-9:30 p.m. social dancing. SAS Society Hall, 917 Louden Ave., Dunedin. Call 727-787-4477.

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Saturday, December 1

Oldsmar Historical Society, 10 a.m., monthly meeting. Oldsmar Woman's Club building, 207 Exeter St., Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1178.

Dunedin Garden Club, 2 p.m., monthly meeting, featuring "Designs for the Home: Grocery Store Flowers" with Marion Crane and a plant exchange. Dunedin Library, 223 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. Call 727-298-3080 or 727-733-5727.

Tuesday, December 4

Mid County Homeschool Support Group monthly meeting, 7-9 p.m., hosted by the Pinellas Parent Educators Association and led by Brandy Strouse, a veteran home educator. Suncoast Community Church, 12855 110th Ave. N., Largo. Call 727-547-8798.

Wednesday, December 5

Welcome Newcomer Club of Pinellas luncheon, noon, first Wednesday monthly, social club for persons new to the area or those recently widowed-divorced-retired. Meeting locations vary. Call 727-938-7478 or 727-447-0375.

Friends of the Library Meeting, 7 p.m., at the Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525.

Thursday, December 6

ESOL Grammar Workshop, 6:30-7:30 p.m., monthly workshop for ESOL students and tutors. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Registration required. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

Ladies Auxiliary, VFW Post 10093, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting at the post hall. VFW Post 10093, 965 Harbor Lake Ct., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-3646.

VFW Post 10093, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting at the post hall. VFW Post 10093, 965 Harbor Lake Ct., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-3646.

Friday, December 7

Computer Class: Internet Recipe Websites, 9:45-10:45 a.m., registration required. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

Saturday, December 8

"Boot Camp" Fitness, 9 a.m., workout with a certified personal trainer. Monthly program on second Saturday. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

Tot Shabbat Program, 10-11 a.m., for ages infant-5, facilitated by Susan Greear. Playtime, art activities, music, discussions and more to teach about Jewish holidays. Theme: Hannukah. Registration required. Congregation B'Nai Emmunah, Reform Jewish Synagogue, 3374 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-738-9000.

Captain Max's Junior Astronomers, 11 a.m.-noon, astronomy club meeting second Saturday monthly for ages 8-12. Great Explorations, The Children's Museum, 1925 Fourth St. N., St. Petersburg. Call 727-821-8992.

Sunday, December 9

World Circle Language Club Holiday Party, 5:30 p.m., cocktails, dinner and dance. Cove Cay Country Club, 2612 Cove Cay Dr., Clearwater. Call 727-787-3344.

Monday, December 10

Managing Conflict Workshop, 6:30 p.m. dinner, 7 p.m. program on how to reduce stress, navigate conflict, exercise self-control, learn new strategies and restore self-esteem. For all ages, elementary students to adults. The Compass, 401 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-791-0234.

Tuesday, December 11

American Legion Post 238 Auxiliary, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting. Post Home, 900 Main St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-9601.

Thursday, December 13

Book Time at Brooker Creek: "Nuts to You!," 10:30-11:15 a.m., free program featuring stories and hands-on activities designed to introduce pre-school children to the natural environment. Featuring the book by Lois Ehlert. Pre-registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

Sons of the American Revolution, meeting second Thursday monthly, locations vary. Call 727-398-4425.

Florida West Coast Orchid Society monthly meeting, 7 p.m., visitors welcome. Educational class preceding business meeting. Orchid sale and refreshments follow. Pinellas County Cooperative Extension Bldg., 12175 125th St. N., Largo. Call 727-725-1719.

Friday, December 14

Small Business Education Seminar, 9 a.m.-noon, topic: "Small Business -- Human Resources Issues." Speaker: Eduardo Solar, president & owner, Integrated Employer Resources & Consulting. Sponsored by the Upper Tampa Bay Regional Chamber of Commerce. Hilton Garden Inn, 4052 Tampa Rd., Oldsmar. Registration required. Call 813-855-4233.

Computer Class: Internet Travel Websites, 9:45-10:45 a.m., registration required. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

Women's Civic Club of Safety Harbor, 2-4 p.m., monthly meeting featuring a program with guest speaker. Rigsby Recreation Center, 605 2nd St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-725-2866 or 727-725-2403.

Talent Night, 7:30 p.m., open to poetry, songs, instruments and more. Refreshments by Fun with God Ministry. Bible Fellowship Church, 4670 East Bay Dr., Clearwater. Call 727-787-8609.

Saturday, December 15

Scout Day, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., sessions on archaeology and/or soil and water conservation to meet merit badge requirements. Registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800. Also, Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

United Daughters of the Confederacy, 10 a.m., meeting of the Mary Custis Lee Chapter #1451. UDC Memorial Bldg., 3158 Gulf-to-Bay Blvd., Clearwater. Call 727-323-4401.

Pre-Holiday Arts and Crafts, noon-2 p.m., visitors create a marine animal wreath with foam cut-outs. The Pier Aquarium, The Pier, St. Petersburg. Call 727-895-7437, ext. 206.

Monday, December 17

GFWC North Pinellas Woman's Club monthly meeting, 6 p.m., community room of the Countryside Public Library, 2741 S.R. 580, Clearwater. Call 727-726-7907.

Top of the Bay Garden Club, 7 p.m., Woman's Club, 207 Exeter St., Oldsmar. Public invited. Call 813-891-6241.

Tuesday, December 18

Ask a Genealogist, 3-4 p.m., local genealogy volunteers assist with family tree searching and genealogy source work. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

LIADO (The Italian-American Women of Today) General Membership meeting, 6 p.m., Italian music, heritage and food. Our Lady of Lourdes Community Center, 750 San Salvador Dr., Dunedin. Call 727-418-5415.

Florida Herb Society meeting, 6:30-8:30 p.m., herbal swaps, refreshments. Non-members welcome. Clearwater Main Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave., Clearwater. Call 727-393-3943 or 727-447-6305.

Tampa Bay Computer Society monthly meeting, 6:30 p.m., free program on computer use, open to the public. "Free" diagnostic repair clinic available to members. Classes available by registration. Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Dr., Largo. Call 727-443-4433.

St. Petersburg Audubon Society monthly meeting, 7 p.m., free program. The Science Center of Pinellas County, 7701 22nd Ave. N., St. Petersburg. Call 727-384-0027.

Laubsch Bonsai Society, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting featuring bonsai "show-and-tell" by members, presentation or workshop on bonsai and a raffle of pre-bonsai material, pots, books and more. Taste Café, 500 Main St., Suite E, Safety Harbor. Call 727-734-0027.

Wednesday, December 19

Safety Harbor Garden Club, noon, annual Christmas party. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-3794.

Top of the Bay Zonta Club monthly meeting, 5:30 p.m., an international service club of executive women that supports local charities. Guests welcome. East Lake Woodlands Country Club, Oldsmar. Call 727-781-5949 or 727-656-7722.

Thursday, December 20

The Great Naturalists Reading Series, 10 a.m.-noon, interactive presentation on the writings of noted naturalists, followed by a "walk in the woods." Hosted by the East Lake Community Library and the Brooker Creek Preserve staff. Registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

Suncoast Sierra Club meeting, 6 p.m., featuring the annual potluck meal and auction. Moccasin Lake Park, 2750 Park Trail Ln., Clearwater. Call 727-526-5065.

Friday, December 21

Computer Class: Blogs 101, 9:45-10:45 a.m., registration required. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

Saturday, December 22

"Nuts About Squirrels," 1-2 p.m., observe squirrel habitat and behavior and play a "nutty" game with the Brooker Creek Preserve staff. Registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

Sunday, December 23

"Discovering Nature with Your Child," 11 a.m.-3 p.m., free open classroom program for children of all ages with the Brooker Creek Preserve staff. Registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

Thursday, December 27

Book Time at Brooker Creek: "Marsh Music," 10:30-11:15 a.m., free program featuring stories and hands-on activities designed to introduce pre-school children to the natural environment. Featuring the book by Marianne Berkes. Pre-registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

Free Equipment for the Hearing Impaired, 1-3 p.m., for qualified Florida residents who are deaf, hard of hearing or speech impaired. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-399-9983.

Friday, December 28

Saturday, December 29

The Wild Side of Your Neighborhood -- Critter Houses, 1-2:30 p.m., workshop on how to make bird boxes, toad huts and other types of critter houses, led by the Brooker Creek Preserve staff. Registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

Sunday, December 30

"The Great Weedon Bird Quest," 8-9:30 a.m., park staff led hike to identify marks and behaviors of year-round and seasonal birds. Pre-registration required. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

Harry Gurr, Harry's Fixit Shop, 1-4 p.m., Cracker Country Kids presentation featuring hands-on pioneer activities. Registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

Wednesday, January 2

Friends of the Library Meeting, 7 p.m., at the Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525.

Thursday, January 3

Ladies Auxiliary, VFW Post 10093, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting at the post hall. VFW Post 10093, 965 Harbor Lake Ct., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-3646.

VFW Post 10093, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting at the post hall. VFW Post 10093, 965 Harbor Lake Ct., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-3646.

Saturday, January 5

Oldsmar Historical Society, 10 a.m., monthly meeting. Oldsmar Library, 101 State St., Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1178.

Dunedin Garden Club, 2 p.m., monthly meeting, featuring "Native Florida Wildflowers" with Pam Traas and a plant exchange. Dunedin Library, 223 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. Call 727-298-3080 or 727-733-5727.

Monday, January 7

Clearwater Audubon Society meeting, 7:30 p.m., featuring "Distribution and Habitat Use of the Florida Burrowing Owl," talk by Mark Mueller, Florida Fish and Wildlife Research Institute, St. Petersburg. Moccasin Lake Park, 2750 Park Trail Ln., Clearwater. Call 727-447-4785.

Tuesday, January 8

American Legion Post 238 Auxiliary, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting. Post Home, 900 Main St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-9601.

Suncoast Conchologists Shell Club, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting featuring a silent auction of worldwide shells. Trinity Presbyterian Church, 2001 Rainbow Dr. (just off Hercules), Clearwater. Open to anyone interested in shells. Call 727-796-4117.

Thursday, January 10

Sons of the American Revolution, meeting second Thursday monthly, locations vary. Call 727-398-4425.

Friday, January 11

Women's Civic Club of Safety Harbor, 2-4 p.m., monthly meeting featuring a program with guest speaker. Rigsby Recreation Center, 605 2nd St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-725-2866 or 727-725-2403.

Talent Night, 7:30 p.m., open to poetry, songs, instruments and more. Refreshments by Fun with God Ministry. Bible Fellowship Church, 4670 East Bay Dr., Clearwater. Call 727-787-8609.

Saturday, January 12

"Boot Camp" Fitness, 9 a.m., workout with a certified personal trainer. Monthly program on second Saturday. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

Monday, January 14

Tuesday, January 15

Florida Herb Society meeting, 6:30-8:30 p.m., herbal swaps, refreshments. Non-members welcome. Clearwater Main Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave., Clearwater. Call 727-393-3943 or 727-447-6305.

St. Petersburg Audubon Society monthly meeting, 7 p.m., free program. The Science Center of Pinellas County, 7701 22nd Ave. N., St. Petersburg. Call 727-384-0027.

Community Events November 2007

Thursday, 01 November 2007

Events of interest to the community at large are welcomed for inclusion in the Tropical Breeze monthly events calendars. Arts events, theater performances and gallery shows generally are included in the calendars in the Arts & LifeStyles section. Announcements and updates should be sent to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it by the 15th of the month for the next month. Please include a contact name and telephone number. Call 727-725-5345.

Wednesday, November 14

HCC Ybor Campus Fall Open House, 5-6:30 p.m., information on proggrams, financial aid, student groups and more. Hillsborough Community College Ybor City Campus, Tampa. Call 813-253-7690.

"Understanding Roles and the Importance of Birth Order," 6:30-8 p.m., parenting workshop with Brenna M. Hicks, M.A. Psychology (The Kid Counselor). Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 232.

Cypress Swamp Café: Make Your Holidays "Green," 7-8 p.m., free presentation by Brooker Creek Preserve staff from a series on sustainable lifestyles. Pre-registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

November 14-15

6th Annual Senior Friendly Extravaganza, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., more than 250 exhibits for senior services, lifestyles, health and wellness, travel and more. Special appearances by Frankie Avalon and other live entertainment. Tropicana Field, St. Petersburg. Call 727-595-5455.

Thursday, November 15

EnviroBusiness Hazardous Waste Collection Day, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., quarterly collection day for businesses to dispose of unwanted hazardous electronics and chemical waste. Household Electronics & Chemical Collection Center, 2990 110th Ave. N., St. Petersburg. Call 727-464-7500.

Book Discussion: "Blessings," 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., a novel by Anna Quindlen. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

"Blessings," noon, Oldsmar Book Club discussion of the novel by Anna Quindlen. Location to be announced. (Oldsmar Library relocating; to reopen Jan. 2) Call 813-749-1178.

"Living Legend Nikki Giovanni Speaks Her Mind Through Poetry and Reflection," 7 p.m., free talk by Nikki Giovanni, author, commentator and activist. Presidential Events Lecture Series. Fox Hall, Hough Center, Eckerd College, 4200 54th Ave. S., St. Petersburg. Call 727-864-7979.

Friday, November 16

Turkey Dinner, 5-7 p.m., dinner and entertainment sponsored by Care Plus Health Plans, reservations required. Palm Harbor Community Activity Center, 1500 16th St., Palm Harbor. Call 727-771-6000.

3rd Friday in Downtown Safety Harbor, 6-9 p.m., shopping, dining and entertainment. Live music at the Gazebo in John Wilson Park. Main Street open to pedestrians only Bayshore to Sixth Street. Call 727-724-1572.

Open Door Café Coffeehouse, 7-9 p.m., POSH (Players of Safety Harbor) sponsor refreshments and entertainment with guest song writer and guitarist Lenny Sciacca. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

November 16-17

SPARC Holiday Book Expo, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Self-Published Author's Regional Conference event sponsored by JimSam Inc., a publishing company, to benefit the Pinellas Association for Retarded Citizens (PARC) PARC, 3190 Tyrone Blvd. N., St. Petersburg. Call 813-748-9523.

November 16-18

Frenchy's 15th Annual Gumbo Tennis Classic, featuring nearly 400 players from around the country. Benefit for Big Brothers: Big Sisters. McMullen Tennis Complex, Clearwater. Call 727-518-8860, ext. 231.

Saturday, November 17

Guided Nature Walk, 9-10:30 a.m., learn park history while exploring nature at one of Pinellas County's oldest historic parks. Philippe Park, 2525 Philippe Parkway, Safety Harbor. Free, registration required. Call 727-669-1947.

9th Annual Holiday Faire, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., festive family fun and shopping featuring unique toys and hand-crafted gifts, kids activities, organic food, live music and vendors of natural items. Proceeds help fund school arts programs. Suncoast Waldorf School, 1857 Curlew Rd., Palm Harbor. Call 727-786-8311.

Exhibit Gallery Opening: "Connecting People and Place," 10 a.m.-4 p.m., celebrating of the opening of a new exhibit hall featuring six unique galleries featuring the ecosystems and peoples of the preserve. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wed.-Sun. Call 727-453-6500.

"Harvest Moon," 11 a.m.-7 p.m., live music, food and wine tastings and tours. Monthly wine event at Tarpon Springs Castle Winery, 320 E. Tarpon Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-943-7029.

Sunday, November 18

Book Re-release: "Yesteryear I Lived in Paradise," 10 a.m., celebration of a special extended version of the memoir of life homesteading on a barrier island; featuring a book signing by Terry Fortner, granddaughter of the author, Myrtle Scharrer Betz. Honeymoon Island State Park, One Causeway Blvd., Dunedin. Call 727-469-5942 or 727-469-5918.

Monday, November 19

"The Fall of the Soviet Union -- A Witness Reports," 7 p.m., free talk by Brig. General (Ret.) John C. Reppert, U.S. Army. Part of the 25th Anniversary Academy of Senior Professionals Series. Lewis House, Eckerd College, 4200 54th Ave. S., St. Petersburg. Call 727-864-7979.

Transgender Day of Remembrance Worship Service, 7 p.m., Susan Stanton, transgender advocate and spokesperson; Rev. Leddy Hammock and Sue Riley, Unity Church of Clearwater; Revs. Abhi Janamanchi and Millie Rochester, Unitarian Universalists of Clearwater; Rabbi Stephen Moch, Congregation B'nai Emmunah, Tarpon Springs; Rev. Anton DeWet, Faith United Church of Christ, Clearwater; Rev. Susan Sherwood, Good Samaritan Church, Pinellas Park; Brian Winfield, Equality Florida; and, Faith Rivera, Emmy award-winning musician. Unity Church of Clearwater, 2465 Nursery Rd., Clearwater. Call 727-742-9925 or 727-667-3398.

Tuesday, November 20

Book Discussion: "Marley and Me," 2-3 p.m., by John Grogan. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

November 21-25

"Home for the Holidays" Festival of Trees, noon-8 p.m. Wed.; 2-8 p.m. Thurs.; 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri.; 9 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Sat.; noon-5 p.m. Sun., 23rd annual benefit for UPARC, featuring more than 100 decorated trees, ornaments, food and more. Harborview Center, 300 Cleveland Ave., Clearwater. Call 727-712-3993.

Thursday, November 22

2nd Annual Tampa Bay Vegan Thanksgiving Feast and Benefit, 1-5:30 p.m. , potluck-style feast offering thanksgiving staples without animal products, including meat, dairy and eggs. Sponsored by Florida Voices for Animals. Reservation required. Unitarian Universalist Church of Tampa, 11400 Morris Bridge Rd., Temple Tessace. Call 813-365-0317.

November 24-25

Florida Memorabilia and Highwaymen Show, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., featuring vendors of vintage Florida souvenirs and memorabilia, old tropical home decor and vintage Florida art; free appraisals, lectures and more. Sunken Gardens 1825 Fourth St. N., St. Petersburg. Call 727-321-8454.

Thursday, November 29

Film: "Hoot," 6 p.m., PG film based on the book by Florida author Carl Hiassen; soundtrack by Jimmy Buffet. Three teens protect endangered burrowing owls from developers. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

November 30-December 30

"Howliday Festival of Lights," holiday lights representing donations from the community at the SPCA Congress Street Shelter, New Port Richey. Presented by Animal Planet Pet Video. Lighting ceremony and open house, 5 p.m. Fri., Nov. 30. SPCA Suncoast, 7734 Congress St., New Port Richey. Call 727-643-3647.

Saturday, December 1

Old Clearwater Bay Home & Garden Tour, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., tour of 13 homes and a wine tasting; special demonstrations of rain barrels, Florida Friendly landscaping, water well systems, generators; also featuring displays by artists and designers. Benefit for the Clearwater Garden Club and its programs. Old Clearwater Bay neighborhood, along the waterfront on Myrtle and Ft. Harrison, Clearwater. Reservations required. Call 727-298-0084 or 727-441-2719.

Wednesday, December 5

Wine Tasting, 6-8 p.m., a monthly event featuring wines and a special menu at the Lincoln Heights Bistro, 603 Elm St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-4210.

Thursday, December 6

"Operation Latke: Bringing Hannukkah to the Harbor," 7 p.m., music and latkes; a group lighting of Menorah candles; program led by Rabbi Shimon Moch of Congregation Bnai Emmunah. Public invited. Patio next to Taste Café, 500 Main St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-3482.

December 6-8

National Positive Aging Conference: "Beyond the Cutting Edge," workshops, discussions, demonstrations and experiential activities regarding trends in services and programs for mature adults. Eckerd College, 4200 54th Ave. S., St. Petersburg. Call 727-864-7979.

Friday, December 7

1st Friday, 6-10 p.m., Old Palm Harbor Main Street's monthly celebration of music, food and art. Florida Avenue, downtown Old Palm Harbor. Call 727-787-0075.

Christmas Wonderland, 6-9 p.m., giant snow slope and inflatables, pictures with Santa, holiday songs and pony rides, concessions and more. R.E. Olds Park, 107 Shore Dr. E., Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

December 7, 8

Arts & Antiques Stroll, shops and restaurants open until 8 p.m. or later, live entertainment, first Friday and second Saturday monthly. Sponsored by the Tarpon Springs Business Alliance, Inc. Historic Downtown Business District, Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-4675.

Saturday, December 8

Courtney Campbell Causeway Clean-up, 9 a.m.-noon, volunteers remove trash, debris and cut back vegetation along service roads on Pinellas side. Organized by City of Clearwater. Sign-up required. Call 727-562-4803.

SPOT's Holiday Pet Festival and Adoptathon, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., presented by SPOT (Stop Pet Overpopulation Now), featuring photos with Santa, pet costume contest, nail trimming, agility demonstrations, arts and crafts and more. Azalea Recreation Park, 1600 72nd St. N., St. Petersburg. Call 727-545-3463.

"3rd Annual Let It Snow Party," 11 a.m.-7 p.m., live music, food and wine tastings and tours. Monthly wine event at Tarpon Springs Castle Winery, 320 E. Tarpon Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-943-7029.

18th Annual Holiday Boat Parade, 6:30-8:30 p.m., decorated boats parade down the Anclote River, through Whitcomb Bayou and stop in Spring Bayou, Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628.

Sunday, December 9

Historic Old Northeast Candlelight Tour of Homes, 3-8 p.m., tenth annual tour of homes decked out in their holiday finest. Sponsored by Historic Old Northeast Neighborhood Association. Tickets available at many Northeast St. Petersburg businesses. Call 727-895-4443.

Meetings & Classes November 2007

Thursday, 01 November 2007

Tuesday, November 13

Senior Medicare Patrol, 1-2:30 p.m., presentation by the Area Agency on Aging on identifying and reporting Medicare fraud. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525.

Snowsharks, 7 p.m., monthly meeting to plan hosted ski trips and events. 1st N 10 Sports Bar, 776 N. Missouri Ave., Largo. Call 727-581-3111.

American Legion Post 238 Auxiliary, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting. Post Home, 900 Main St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-9601.

Wednesday, November 14

Bay Bouquet Garden Club, 11 a.m., monthly meeting, featuring "Grow, Show & Eat," program by Nan Jensen, Pinellas County Extension Service, and a plant exchange. Social hour: 9:30 a.m. Community Room, Dunedin Library, 223 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. Call 727-734-2058.

"How to Install and Care for New Landscaping," 3 p.m. or 6:30 p.m., workshop presented by Pinellas County Master Gardener Jason Beck. Palm Harbor Library, 2330 Nebraska Ave., Palm Harbor. Reservations required. Call 727-582-2673.

Thursday, November 15

ESOL Grammar Workshop, 6:30-7:30 p.m., for ESOL students and tutors. Topic: "Problems with articles." Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Registration requested. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

Suncoast Sierra Club meeting, 7 p.m., featuring Bruce Stephenson, director of the environmental and growth management studies program at Rollins College, on solving the problems of suburban sprawl. Moccasin Lake Park, 2750 Park Trail Ln., Clearwater. Call 727-526-5065.

November 15-16

Mature Driving Classes, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., state-approved class for drivers 50 years and older. AARP instructors. Tarpon Springs Community Center, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Registration required. Call 727-942-5628.

Friday, November 16

Computer Class: Internet Database Searching, 9:45-10:45 a.m., registration required. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

Saturday, November 17

Clearwater Audubon Society Field Trip, 7:45 a.m., to Green Key and Key Vista. Migratory songbirds, raptors, shore birds and more. Registration required. Depart Countryside Shopping Towne. Call 727-538-8688 or 727-447-7394.

United Daughters of the Confederacy, 10 a.m., meeting of the Mary Custis Lee Chapter #1451. UDC Memorial Bldg., 3158 Gulf-to-Bay Blvd., Clearwater. Call 727-323-4401.

Holiday Safety, 11 a.m.-noon, home energy program presented by Progress Energy, The Home Depot and Bert Henderson of Pinellas County Extension. The Home Depot, 10689 Ulmerton Rd., Largo. Registration requested. Call 727-582-2673.

WSI -- Wildlife Scene Investigators, 1-2 p.m., learning signs of wildlife activity; for families, children of all ages, led by the Brooker Creek Preserve staff. Registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

Sunday, November 18

Young Naturalist Walk, 9-11 a.m., for families with children of all ages, led by the Brooker Creek Preserve staff. Registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

Monday, November 19

"Jamestown," 12:30 p.m., talk by Carole Coffman at a meeting of the Caladesi Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). First Presbyterian Church, 455 Scotland St., Dunedin. Call 727-787-2491.

GFWC North Pinellas Woman's Club monthly meeting, 6 p.m., community room of the Countryside Public Library, 2741 S.R. 580, Clearwater. Call 727-726-7907.

Top of the Bay Garden Club, 7 p.m., Woman's Club, 207 Exeter St., Oldsmar. Public invited. Call 813-891-6241.

Tuesday, November 20

Florida Herb Society meeting, 6:30-8:30 p.m., herbal swaps, refreshments. Non-members welcome. Clearwater Main Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave., Clearwater. Call 727-393-3943 or 727-447-6305.

St. Petersburg Audubon Society monthly meeting, 7 p.m., free program. The Science Center of Pinellas County, 7701 22nd Ave. N., St. Petersburg. Call 727-384-0027.

Wednesday, November 21

Safety Harbor Garden Club, 9:30 a.m., monthly meeting featuring a talk on "Herbs" by Penny Khaled and plant exchange. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-3794.

Saturday, November 24

Binocular Basics: In Search of the Best and Brightest Program, 1-2 p.m., for ages 12 and up, led by the Brooker Creek Preserve staff. Registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

Sunday, November 25

Monday, November 26

Suncoast Genealogy Society, 7 p.m., monthly meeting. Palm Harbor Library, 2330 Nebraska Ave., Palm Harbor. Call 727-937-8915.

Tuesday, November 27

Zonta Club of Pinellas monthly meeting, 5:30 p.m., an international service club of executive women that supports local charities. Guests welcome. Alfano's Restaurant, 1702 Clearwater Largo Rd., Clearwater. Call 727-441-8640.

Daughters of Italy Lodge #2825 monthly meeting, 6 p.m., featuring a presentation on Italy. Countryside Public Library, 2741 S.R. 580, Clearwater. Call 727-447-6890 or 727-455-1521.

Pinellas Geological Society monthly meeting, 7 p.m., youth group, The Tumblers, meets one hour prior. Largo Library, 351 East Bay Drive, Largo. Call 727-894-2440.

Singles Group, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting featuring refreshments by the Fun With God Group. Bible Fellowship Church, 4670 East Bay Dr., Largo. Call 727-787-8609.

Wednesday, November 28

"Torture is a Moral Issue," noon, Lunch with the Rabbi program. Reservation required. Congregation B'Nai Emmunah, Reform Jewish Synagogue, CBE, 3374 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-938-9000 or 727-944-2261.

Brooker Basics: Upland Ecosystems, 7-8:30 p.m., free workshop for ages 12 and up by education center staff. Registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 813-273-4015 or 727-453-6800.

November 28, 30

AARP Driving Classes, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., refresh driving skills and qualify for insurance discounts. Instructor Elsie Schilling. Regency Oaks, 2720 Regency Oaks Blvd., Clearwater. Registration required. Call 727-442-5776.

Thursday, November 29

Book Time at Brooker Creek: "Leaf Man," 10:30-11:15 a.m., free program featuring stories and hands-on activities designed to introduce pre-school children to the natural environment. Featuring the book by Lois Ehlert. Pre-registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

Friday, November 30

Computer Class: How to Work with Graphics, 9:45-10:45 a.m., speaker Robert E. Sennet. Registration required. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

Saturday, December 1

Oldsmar Historical Society, 10 a.m., monthly meeting. Oldsmar Woman's Club building, 207 Exeter St., Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1178.

Tuesday, December 4

Saturday, December 8

Meetings & Classes October 2007

Monday, 01 October 2007

Tuesday, October 9

Identity Theft, 2-3 p.m., presentation by a lawyer from the Florida Bar Speakers Bureau. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

Snowsharks, 7 p.m., monthly meeting to plan hosted ski trips and events. 1st N 10 Sports Bar, 776 N. Missouri Ave., Largo. Call 727-581-3111.

American Legion Post 238 Auxiliary, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting. Post Home, 900 Main St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-9601.

Wednesday, October 10

Clearwater Audubon Society Field Trip, 9:30 a.m., to Dunedin Causeway for a kayak float. Shore birds. Registration required. Call 727-447-7394.

"How to Design and Prepare for Landscape Installation," 3 p.m. or 6:30 p.m., workshop presented by Pinellas County Master Gardener Jason Beck. Palm Harbor Library, 2330 Nebraska Ave., Palm Harbor. Reservations required. Call 727-582-2673.

"Florida-Friendly Landscaping and Plant Installation and Establishment," 6-8 p.m., Florida-Style Gardening Series with Pinellas County IFAS Extension staff. Pre-registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Registration required. Call 727-582-2673 or 727-453-6800.

Thursday, October 11

Book Time at Brooker Creek: "The Lady and the Spider," 10:30-11:15 a.m., free program every second and fourth Thurs. monthly featuring stories and hands-on activities designed to introduce pre-school children to the natural environment. Featuring the book by Faith McNulty. Pre-registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

"Wee-time at Weedon: Secret Place," 10:30-11:30 a.m., free program featuring stories, puppet shows and hands-on activities based on the book by Eve Bunting, designed to introduce pre-school children to the natural world. Pre-registration required. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

Sons of the American Revolution, meeting second Thursday monthly, locations vary. Call 727-398-4425.

Florida West Coast Orchid Society monthly meeting, 7 p.m., visitors welcome. Educational class preceding business meeting with speaker. Orchid sale and refreshments follow. Pinellas County Cooperative Extension Bldg., 12175 125th St. N., Largo. Call 727-725-1719.

October 11, 25

"School of the Suncoast Visitor Day," 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., tour classrooms and meet Waldorf-trained teachers at the School of the Suncoast Clearwater campus, 2476 Nursery Rd., Clearwater. Call 727-786-8311.

Friday, October 12

Small Business Education Seminar, 9 a.m.-noon, topic: "Strategic Marketing Planning for Your Business." Speaker: Tom Stauffer, president & CEO, A&T Resources, Inc. Sponsored by the Upper Tampa Bay Regional Chamber of Commerce. Hilton Garden Inn, 4052 Tampa Rd., Oldsmar. Registration required. Call 813-855-4233.

Computer Class: Email Basics, 9:45-10:45 a.m., registration required. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

Women's Civic Club of Safety Harbor, 2-4 p.m., monthly meeting featuring a program with guest speaker. Rigsby Recreation Center, 605 2nd St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-725-2866 or 727-725-2403.

Saturday, October 13

"Boot Camp" Fitness, 9 a.m., workout with a certified personal trainer. Monthly program on second Saturday. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

ESOL Tutor Training, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., first of two required sessions. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Registration required. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

World Circle Language Club, 11:30 a.m., monthly meeting. Cove Cay Country Club, 2612 Cove Cay Dr., Clearwater. Call 727-787-3344.

"Quick, Quick! Run and Hide!," 1-3 p.m., monthly meeting of The Doodlebugs club for ages 5-11. Living history activities, a tour, story time and a craft. Registration required. Heritage Village, 11909 125th St. N., Largo. Call 727-582-2426.

October 13-14

Blacksmithing: The Basics, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., instructor Ken Straight teaches beginning techniques and "tricks" of the trade. Registration required. Heritage Village, 11909 125th St. N., Largo. Call 727-582-2426.

Sunday, October 14

Sunday Morning Bird Walk, 9-11 a.m., identify common birds with the Brooker Creek Preserve staff. Registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

Monday, October 15

GFWC North Pinellas Woman's Club monthly meeting, 6 p.m., community room of the Countryside Public Library, 2741 S.R. 580, Clearwater. Call 727-726-7907.

Dog Training Seminar, 6:30-8:30 p.m., free event presented by SPOT, a non-profit organization for people with pets, featuring guest speaker and trainer Maria Ryan, CPDT. Reservations required. Pinellas Park Library, 7770 52nd St. N., Pinellas Park. Call 727-545-3463.

Top of the Bay Garden Club, 7 p.m., Woman's Club, 207 Exeter St., Oldsmar. Public invited. Call 813-891-6241.

October 15-December 12

"I Do, I Do! How To!," 6:30-9 p.m. Mon. and Wed., everything a wedding planner needs to know; hands-on program to earn a "Wedding Planner Certificate," presented in partnership with The Wedding Planning Institute. Registration required. Lifelong Learning Institute, St. Petersburg College, Clearwater Campus, 2465 Drew St., Clearwater. Call 727-341-3184.

Tuesday, October 16

Florida Herb Society meeting, 6:30-8:30 p.m., program featuring Joel Chudnow, Natural Lifestyle Counselor and Wholistic Health Educator, herbal swaps, refreshments. Non-members welcome. Clearwater Main Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave., Clearwater. Call 727-393-3943 or 727-447-6305.

St. Petersburg Audubon Society monthly meeting, 7 p.m., free program. The Science Center of Pinellas County, 7701 22nd Ave. N., St. Petersburg. Call 727-384-0027.

October 16-18, 23-25

"Will You Outlive Your Money," 11 a.m. Tues., Oct. 16 and Wed., Oct. 24; 4 p.m. Oct. 17, 18, 23, 25, special educational workshop on retirement investment strategies with Joel McEwan, financial consultant, W5 Wealth Management of Safety Harbor. Reservations required. Paradise Restaurant, 443 Main St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-462-2555.

Wednesday, October 17

Safety Harbor Garden Club, 9:30 a.m., monthly meeting featuring a parade of members' gardens and plant exchange. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-3794.

Bay Bouquet Garden Club, 11 a.m., Program: "Share Your Successes," featuring a plant exchange. Social hour: 9:30 a.m. Community Room, Dunedin Library, 223 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. Call 727-738-1102.

"Florida-Friendly Landscape Management -- Best Management Practices and Pruning," 6-8 p.m., Florida-Style Gardening Series with Pinellas County IFAS Extension staff. Pre-registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Registration required. Call 727-582-2673 or 727-453-6800.

Family Night Hikes in the Brooker Creek Preserve, 7-8:30 p.m., with Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center staff. Also, Fall Butterfly Identification Seminar with Pinellas County Biological Field Station staff. Pre-registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

October 17, 19

Thursday, October 18

"A Tisket, A Tasket, Weave Yourself a Basket," 10 a.m.-2 p.m., instructors Diane Frederick and Angela Jones, sisters and third generation basket weavers, teach basic skills as participants create a basket. Registration required. Heritage Village, 11909 125th St. N., Largo. Call 727-582-2426.

"Quick, Quick! Run and Hide!," 1-3 p.m., Home School History Adventure for ages 5-11. Living history activities, a tour, story time and a craft. Registration required. Heritage Village, 11909 125th St. N., Largo. Call 727-582-2426.

Friday, October 19

Computer Class: Internet and Database Searching, 9:45-10:45 a.m., registration required. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

"Creatures of the Night -- Bats of Florida," 7-8 p.m., free program by Cynthia and George Marks, Florida Bat Conservancy, authors of a new book, "Bats of Florida." Pre-registration required. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

Saturday, October 20

Clearwater Audubon Society Field Trip, 9 a.m., to North Anclore River Nature Park. Migrant songbirds and raptors. Registration required. Call 727-939-1549.

Fall Butterfly Count, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m., volunteers participate with Pinellas County Biological Field Station staff. Registration required. Pinellas County Biological Field Station, 3611 Fletch Haven Dr., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6900.

United Daughters of the Confederacy, 10 a.m., meeting of the Mary Custis Lee Chapter #1451. UDC Memorial Bldg., 3158 Gulf-to-Bay Blvd., Clearwater. Call 727-323-4401.

Duct Work/Smoke Detectors, 11 a.m.-noon, home energy program presented by Progress Energy, The Home Depot and Bert Henderson of Pinellas County Extension. The Home Depot, 10689 Ulmerton Rd., Largo. Registration requested. Call 727-582-2673.

"Introduction to Waldorf," 11 a.m.-1 p.m., parents invited for an in-depth look at Waldorf education at the School of the Suncoast Clearwater campus, 2476 Nursery Rd., Clearwater. Registration requested. Call 727-786-8311.

"Skinks and Other Lizards: Scaly Tales of the Reptiles Around Us," 1-2 p.m., learn to identify common reptiles with the Brooker Creek Preserve staff. Registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

Sunday, October 21

ESOL Tutor Training, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., second of two required sessions. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Registration required. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

"Weedon Naturalist -- Intertidal Ecosystems: Mangrove Swamps and Salterns," 12:30-3:30 p.m., free program with center staff featuring a classroom presentation and hike. Pre-registration required. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

Monday, October 22

Suncoast Genealogy Society, 7 p.m., monthly meeting. Palm Harbor Library, 2330 Nebraska Ave., Palm Harbor. Call 727-937-8915.

Tuesday, October 23

Ask a Genealogist, 2-3 p.m., local genealogy volunteers assist with family tree searching and genealogy source work. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

Pinellas Geological Society monthly meeting, 7 p.m., youth group, The Tumblers, meets one hour prior. Largo Library, 351 East Bay Drive, Largo. Call 727-894-2440.

October 23-November 13

"Antiques from a Pro's Eye View! Trash or Treasures?," 6-8 p.m. Tues., seminar series on learning about antiques and their value with Jeff and Katrina Hess, antique experts, appraisers for Sotheby's and owners of Hess Fine Arts, St. Petersburg. Registration required. Lifelong Learning Institute, St. Petersburg College, St. Petersburg Campus. Call 727-341-3184.

Wednesday, October 24

Clearwater Audubon Society Field Trip, 8 a.m., to Ft. DeSoto County Park. Migratory songbirds, raptors, water and shore birds. Registration required. Call 727-596-8822.

"Least Toxic Methods of Handling Landscape Pests -- Integrated Pest Management," 6-8 p.m., Florida-Style Gardening Series with Pinellas County IFAS Extension staff. Pre-registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Registration required. Call 727-582-2673 or 727-453-6800.

"You're On The Air!," 7-9 p.m., discover if you have the voice for commercials, to record books or do telephone messages as a professional in voice-over work. Registration required by Oct. 19. Lifelong Learning Institute, St. Petersburg College, Clearwater Campus, 2465 Drew St., Clearwater. Call 727-341-3184.

Thursday, October 25

Book Time at Brooker Creek: "Stellaluna," 10:30-11:15 a.m., free program every second and fourth Thurs. monthly featuring stories and hands-on activities designed to introduce pre-school children to the natural environment. Featuring the book by Janell Cannon. Pre-registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

"Wee-time at Weedon: Quiet Night," 10:30-11:30 a.m., free program featuring stories, puppet shows and hands-on activities based on the book by Marilyn Singer, designed to introduce pre-school children to the natural world. Pre-registration required. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

Suncoast Sierra Club meeting, 7:30 p.m. third Thursday monthly, featuring a speaker on an environmental topic. Moccasin Lake Park, 2750 Park Trail Ln., Clearwater. Call 727-945-0999.

October 25-26

Friday, October 26

Computer Class: Excel Basics, 9:45-10:45 a.m., registration required. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

The Great Naturalists Reading Series, 10 a.m.-noon, interactive presentation on the writings of William Bartram, author of "Travels of William Bartram," followed by a "walk in the woods." Hosted by the East Lake Community Library and the Brooker Creek Preserve staff. Registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

"Voices of the Everglades: Marjory Stoneman Douglas," 7-8 p.m., free performance by Betty Jean Steinhouser, Florida Humanities Council Speakers Bureau, in the Chatauqua series. A portrayal of the "matriarch of Miami" as she begins her crusade to restore the Everglades after the 1947 publication of her book, "Everglades, River of Grass." Pre-registration required. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

Saturday, October 27

Clearwater Audubon Society Field Trip, 8 a.m., to Circle-B-Bar Ranch. Eagles and other raptors, songbirds, water birds and alligators. Registration required. Call 727-538-8688 or 727-596-8822.

Elementary Everglades Teacher's Workshop, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., free workshop recommended for 4th and 5th grade teachers. Hosted by The Florida Aquarium. Registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 813-273-4015 or 727-453-6800.

Tampa Bay Estuary Academy, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., day of lectures and workshops sponsored by the Tampa Bay Estuary Program and Weedon Island Preserve. Registration required. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

"Free Homebuyer's Workshop," 10 a.m.-noon, presented by Bank of America and Future Home Realty, featuring non-profit Acorn Housing Corporation. Countryside Library, 2741 S.R. 580, Clearwater. Reservations required. Call 727-447-3138.

Tot Shabbat Program, 10-11 a.m., for ages infant-5, facilitated by Susan Greear. Playtime, art activities, music, discussions and more to teach about Jewish holidays. Theme: Shabbat. Registration required. Congregation B'Nai Emmunah, Reform Jewish Synagogue, 3374 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-738-9000.

Sunday, October 28

Tuesday, October 30

Daughters of Italy Lodge #2825 monthly meeting, 6 p.m., featuring a presentation on Italy. Countryside Public Library, 2741 S.R. 580, Clearwater. Call 727-447-6890 or 727-455-1521.

Wednesday, October 31

Creepy Critters and "Boo Time" Stories, 7-8:30 p.m., evening family hike followed by story time with the Brooker Creek Preserve staff. Registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

Thursday, November 1

Palm Harbor Newcomers Alumnae and Friends luncheon, 11 a.m., at East Lake Woodlands Country Club, 1055 East Lake Woodlands Pkwy. Featuring the annual fashion show "An Affair To Remember" with latest fashions for the new season. Reservations required by Fri., Oct. 19. Call 727-785-6365.

Ladies Auxiliary, VFW Post 10093, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting at the post hall. VFW Post 10093, 965 Harbor Lake Ct., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-3646.

VFW Post 10093, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting at the post hall. VFW Post 10093, 965 Harbor Lake Ct., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-3646.

Friday, November 2

ESOL Student Conversation Group, 3:30-5 p.m., beginning and intermediate ESOL students practice English conversation in a monthly current events discussion led by ESOL teacher Judy Foley. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Registration requested. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

Saturday, November 3

Oldsmar Historical Society, 10 a.m., monthly meeting. Oldsmar Library, 101 State St., Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1178.

Dunedin Garden Club, 2 p.m., monthly meeting, featuring "Orchids" with Linda LaMaire and a plant exchange. Dunedin Library, 223 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. Call 727-298-3080 or 727-733-5727.

Sunday, November 4

Suncoast Conchologists Shell Club, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting featuring a program on Shell Show exhibits. Trinity Presbyterian Church, 2001 Rainbow Dr. (just off Hercules), Clearwater. Open to anyone interested in shells. Call 727-796-4117.

Tuesday, November 6

Suncoast Conchologists Shell Club, 7:30 p.m., monthly meeting featuring a program. Trinity Presbyterian Church, 2001 Rainbow Dr. (just off Hercules), Clearwater. Open to anyone interested in shells. Call 727-796-4117.

Wednesday, November 7

"Vegetable and Herb Gardening and Composting," 6-8 p.m., Florida-Style Gardening Series with Pinellas County IFAS Extension staff. Pre-registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Registration required. Call 727-582-2673 or 727-453-6800.

Friends of the Library Meeting, 7 p.m., at the Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525.

Thursday, November 8

Sons of the American Revolution, meeting second Thursday monthly, locations vary. Call 727-398-4425.

November 8, 22

Friday, November 9

Women's Civic Club of Safety Harbor, 2-4 p.m., monthly meeting featuring a program with guest speaker. Rigsby Recreation Center, 605 2nd St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-725-2866 or 727-725-2403.

Saturday, November 10

"Boot Camp" Fitness, 9 a.m., workout with a certified personal trainer. Monthly program on second Saturday. Registration required. Cypress Forest Recreation Center, Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

Community Events October 2007

Monday, 01 October 2007

Tuesday, October 9

2nd Annual Women's Symposium, 5-9 p.m., Women In Networking presents business professional speakers on safety, women's health, public relations, personal image, networking and more. Proceeds benefit American Cancer Society, Education Fire Center and Resource Center for Women. HCA, 31975 U.S. 19 N, Palm Harbor. Call 727-781-0917.

Relief Funds for Darfur, 6-9 p.m., silent auction, raffle, buffet and more. Proceeds benefit the Save the Children Federation in Darfur. Event to raise awareness about the genocide occurring in Darfur. Presented by "Mothers Walking for Others," a newly formed fundraising group founded by Dunedin residents Stacy McMahon and Joanna Kehr, who are walking 300 miles from Dunedin to Key Largo beginning Nov. 3. Palm Pavilion, 10 Esplanade, Clearwater Beach. Reservations requested. Call 727-743-5667.

Great Decisions Discussion Group, 7 p.m., topic is "War Crimes." Dunedin Library, 223 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. Call 727-298-3080.

Wednesday, October 10

Flapper Party, 3:30-4:30 p.m., for ages 5-9, "The Great Gatsby" theme, craft hats and necklaces; learn to dance the Charleston. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

"Creating a Nation of Writers: How We all Can Help," 4 p.m., free talk by Dr. Roy Peter Clark, vice president and senior scholar, The Poynter Institute. Part of the 25th Anniversary Academy of Senior Professionals Series. Lewis House, Eckerd College, 4200 54th Ave. S., St. Petersburg. Call 727-864-7979.

Cypress Swamp Café: Environmentally Friendly Cleaning Products, 7-8 p.m., free presentation by Brooker Creek Preserve staff from a series on sustainable lifestyles. Pre-registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

"Mark Twain on American Humor," 7 p.m., portrayal by Dr. George Fein, professor and director of the National Chautauqua Tour. Dunedin Library, 223 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. Call 727-298-3080.

Thursday, October 11

Film: "The Great Gatsby," 4:30-7:30 p.m., for adults and teens, discussion and refreshments follow. Part of the NEA "Big Read" program. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

Beauty & Boutique Tea, 6-9:30 p.m., evening tea, anti-aging presentation by David M. Wall, M.D. and holiday shopping with The Gold Thread Boutique. Countryside Country Club, 3001 Countryside Blvd., Clearwater. Registration required. Call 813-968-5599.

October 11-31

Haunted House, 7-10 p.m. Thurs. and Sun.; 7 p.m.-1 a.m. Fri. and Sat., proceeds benefit the Pinellas Park Police Explorers Post #912. Food and drinks available. 9945 66th St., Pinellas Park. Call 727-643-6095.

Friday, October 12

Teen Special "Big Read" Event, 4:30-5:30 p.m., discussion of the novel and film "The Great Gatsby." Part of the NEA "Big Read" program. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

October 12-13

SPOT (Stop Pet Overpopulation Together) Yard Sale, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., fundraiser for SPOT spay/neuter program for cats and dogs. Books, music, plants, collectibles and household goods. SPOT Yard Sale, 7820 43rd St., Pinellas Park. Call 727-545-3463.

"Recollections Shared," 10:30 a.m.-noon, free program sharing the oral history project of the Brooker Creek Preserve. Pre-registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

October 12-14

Sunshine City Antiques & Collectibles Show, 5-8 p.m. Fri.; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. and Sun., featuring nearly 100 exhibitors offering antique furniture, art, porcelain, pottery and glass, silver, vintage clothing, toys, jewelry and more. Also featuring Appraisal Fair 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sat. and Sun. The Coliseum, 535 Fourth Ave. N., St. Petersburg. Call 727-823-4130.

Saturday, October 13

Flea Market, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., indoors, rain or shine, open to community vendors. Tarpon Community Center Gym, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628.

Spa Beach Coastal Cleanup, 8-10 a.m., sponsored by Keep Pinellas Beautiful and the Ocean Conservancy. Spa Beach, St. Petersburg. Call 727-895-7437, ext. 208.

Clearwater Fire & Rescue Open House, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., all eight Clearwater fire stations host open houses for 2007 Fire Prevention Week, featuring "Practice Your Escape Plan." Truck rides available at Countryside Fire & Rescue, 2681 Countryside Blvd., Clearwater. Call 727-562-4334.

St. Pete Bike Fest, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., proceeds benefit The Pier Aquarium's education programs. The Pier, St. Petersburg. Call 727-895-7437, ext. 206.

"The Great Gatsby," 11 a.m., book discussion of F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic as part of "The Big Read," an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts. Dunedin Library, 223 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. Call 727-298-3080.

"Bunco Bash," noon-3 p.m., fundraiser to benefit All Children's Hospital, sponsored by the North Pinellas Branch of All Children's Hospital Guild. Costumes in black and orange encouraged. Regency Oaks, 2720 Regency Oaks Blvd., Clearwater. Reservations required. Call 727-785-9419.

Sunday, October 14

3rd Annual "Quality of Life Extravaganza" Free Health Fair, noon-4 p.m., featuring health screenings, health education presentations, fitness demonstrations and classes, exhibitors from health and wellness organizations and live entertainment. Golda Meir/Kent Jewish Center, 2010 Greenbriar Blvd., Clearwater. Call 727-736-1494.

Tuesday, October 16

Book Discussion: "Tender is the Night," 2-3 p.m., by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Part of the NEA "Big Read" program. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 233.

Great Books Discussion Group, 2 p.m., featuring "They'll Say: 'She Must Be From Another Country'," by Imtiaz Dharker; "Fellowship" by Franz Kafka; and, "Earliest Impressions" by Jane Addams. Dunedin Library, 223 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. Call 727-298-3080.

Author Discussion: Marshal Frank, 7 p.m., on his latest mystery, "Violins to Violence." Dunedin Library, 223 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. Call 727-298-3080.

Wednesday, October 17

"Reflecting Feelings: Recognizing Your Child's Emotions," 6:30 p.m., special parenting workshop with Brenna M. Hicks, M.A. Psychology (The Kid Counselor). Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 232.

Friday, October 19

Saturday, October 20

4th Annual "Red Ribbon Family Funfest," 8 a.m., 5K run and 1 Mile Fun Walk to benefit Operation PAR. Also featuring live entertainment, arts and crafts, games and more, including an essay contest for students. Straub Park, downtown St. Petersburg. Call 727-545-7564.

Coastal Clean-Up/Tarpon Springs, 8-10 a.m., volunteer effort sponsored by Keep Pinellas Beautiful and the Tarpon Springs Recreation Dept. Sunset Beach, Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628.

17th Annual SPCA Pet Walk, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., 17th annual fundraiser for the non-profit animal shelter, featuring vendors and exhibits by animal-related businesses. North Shore Park, St. Petersburg. Call 727-586-3591, ext. 163.

Florida Coastal Clean-up/Clearwater, 9 a.m.-noon, remove trash and debris from the shoreline and invasive vines from mangroves. Two locations: Edgewater Drive Park, Alt. 19 and Sunset Point Road, or Lawn Bowls and Shuffle Board Club, 1040 Calumet St., Clearwater. Call 727-562-4803.

Guided Nature Walk, 9-10:30 a.m., explore the outdoors and discover the native plants of wetlands and pine flatwoods along Peggy Park Trail. John Chesnut Park, 2200 East Lake Rd., Palm Harbor. Free, registration required. Call 727-669-1951.

"Operation Pump Well," 5-8 p.m., international goodwill and understanding project to provide fresh water, sponsored by Soroptimist International of Largo Mid-Pinellas and Bikol National Association of America, featuring a Philippine fashion show, dance and choral performances; silent auction of Philippine arts; Philippine cuisine. Unitarian Universalists Church of Clearwater, 2470 Nursery Rd., Clearwater. Reservations required. Call 727-531-7704, 727-424-7693 or 727-531-4034.

2007 Harborween, 6-9 p.m., trick or treat town, inflatables and friendly characters; 8-11 p.m., haunted hike, movie in the park, blacklight carnival. Tickets required. Concessions available. Safety Harbor City Park, Seventh Street South, Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1572.

October 20-21

"Ocean in Motion," 10 a.m.-4 p.m., proceeds benefit The Pier Aquarium's education programs. Albert Whitted Airport, St. Petersburg. Call 727-895-7437, ext. 206.

Community Drum Circle, 2-3 p.m., free event hosted by Steve Turner of Giving Tree Music, open for participation or observation. Preceded by a giant pool party for children and adults. Golda Meir/Kent Jewish Center, 2010 Greenbriar Blvd., Clearwater. Call 727-736-1494.

Tuesday, October 23

Contemporary Book Discussion Group, 7 p.m., featuring "In the Country of Men" by Hisham Matar. Dunedin Library, 223 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. Call 727-298-3080.

Wednesday, October 24

Author Tea: Ann O'Farrell, 2 p.m., author of "Norah's Children" discusses her book about five young siblings in 1922 Ireland. Dunedin Library, 223 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. Call 727-298-3080.

Thursday, October 25

"The Great Gatsby," noon, book discussion of F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic as part of "The Big Read," an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts. Oldsmar Library,101 State St. W., Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1178.

"Barkoween" Pet Costume Party, 5:30-8 p.m., dog costume contest, sponsored by Fluffy Puppies and the Belleview Biltmore with proceeds benefiting Stop Pet Overpopulation Together (SPOT). Belleview Biltmore, dog-friendly hotel, 25 Belleview Blvd., Clearwater. Registration required. Call 727-545-3463.

Author Talk with John Sims Jeter, 6:30-7:30 p.m., discussion of home a story moves from pen to press, featuring Jeter's novel "...and the Angels Sang." Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 232.

"An Islamic Perspective of Interreligious Solidariy Against Oppression," 7:30 p.m., free talk by Farid Esack, South African Muslim theologian and professor at Harvard Divinity School. Presidential Events Lecture Series. Fox Hall, Hough Center, Eckerd College, 4200 54th Ave. S., St. Petersburg. Call 727-864-7979.

October 25-26

Haunted House, 7-9 p.m., annual event not suitable for kids under 8 or skittish adults. Tarpon Community Center Gym, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628.

Friday, October 26

MOAA First Annual Golf Tournament, 7:30 a.m. registration, a benefit for Clearwater High School Marine Corps Junior ROTC Scholarship Fund. Sponsored by the Clearwater Chapter of MOAA (Military Officers Association of America). Cove Cay Country Club, 2612 Cove Cay Dr., Clearwater. Call 727-421-8873 or 727-799-9275 or 727-733-8646.

Halloween Carnival, 6-9 p.m., spooky haunted house, costume contests, games, prizes and candy. R.E. Olds Park, Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1260.

October 26-27

Halloween in the Park -- Rest in Pieces X, 6-10 p.m., 10th annual Honeymoon Island event featuring games, food, face painting, fortune telling and "not so scary" activities, hosted by Friends of the Island Parks and state park personnel. Honeymoon Island State Park, #1 Causeway Blvd., Dunedin. Call 727-469-5942, ext. 6 or 727-469-5943.

October 26-28

12th Annual Oktoberfest, 5-11 p.m. Fri.; 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sat.; noon-7 p.m. Sun., largest and most authentic Oktoberfest in the Bay Area, now in a new location. Live German music, dancing, carnival, German and American food and beer, plus arts and crafts vendors, contests, German and classic car shows and more. Presented by the Upper Tampa Bay Regional Chamber of Commerce. Tampa Bay Downs, Race Track Road, Oldsmar. Call 813-855-4233.

Saturday, October 27

Tampa Bay Computer Society Open House and RAK Clinic, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., introduction of a new A/V lab and technicians conducting a RAK (Random Acts of Kindness) computer clinic in which computers will be repaired for free. Classes and interest group registration available. Tampa Bay Computer Society Resource Center, 1510 Barry St., Ste. 1, Clearwater. Call 727-443-4433.

Annual Country Jubilee and Heritage Village's 30th Birthday Celebration, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., featuring 125 crafters, live music, parade of historic homes, hands-on living history activities, traditional craft demonstrations and more, including special guests from pioneer families. Heritage Village, 11909 125th St. N., Largo. Call 727-582-2426.

Halloween Fun & Safety Fair, 10 a.m., annual free event featuring pony rides, costume contest, arts & crafts, exhibits, games, concessions and more. Tarpon Community Center Gym, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628.

"Western Round-up," 11 a.m.-7 p.m., live music, food and wine tastings and tours. Monthly wine event at Tarpon Springs Castle Winery, 320 E. Tarpon Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-943-7029.

"Night at the Races," 6:30-9 p.m., six simulated horse races, live entertainment, food and more. Sponsored by Congregation B'nai Emmunah. Aston Gardens at Tampa Bay Senior Living Community, 12952 W. Linebaugh Ave., Tampa. Reservations required. Call 813-926-7926 or 813-855-2811.

Wednesday, October 31

4th Annual Trunk or Treats, 6-8:30 p.m., fun, safe alternative to trick or treating. Costumes welcomed. Also, inflatables, face painting, crafts, food and a hay ride. Skycrest Baptist Church, 125 N. Belcher Rd., Clearwater. Call 727-224-2821.

Halloween Costume Ball, 7 p.m., special Gulfport Casino Swing Night featuring a costume contest and door prizes, food, dancing and more. Gulfport Casino, 5500 Shore Blvd. S., Gulfport. Call 813-274-4950.

Thursday, November 1

Safety Harbor Farmers Market Grand Opening, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., open every Thursday until April 24. John Wilson Park, Fourth St. N. and Main St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-461-7674.

Friday, November 2

1st Friday, 6-10 p.m., Old Palm Harbor Main Street's monthly celebration of music, food and art. Florida Avenue, downtown Old Palm Harbor. Call 727-787-0075.

BPW Monte Carlo Night, 6-10 p.m, gaming, dining and dancing to benefit the Business & Professional Women/St. Petersburg-Pinellas scholarship program. Treasure Island Yacht and Tennis Club, 400 Treasure Island Causeway, Treasure Island. Call 727-502-5790 or 727-510-7889.

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Saturday, November 3

300 Miles for Darfur, 7 a.m., beginning of a 300-mile journey from Dunedin to Key Largo, first annual walk to raise money for the Save the Children Federation in Darfur and to raise awareness about the genocide occurring in Darfur. Presented by "Mothers Walking for Others," a newly formed fundraising group founded by Dunedin residents Stacy McMahon and Joanna Kehr. Downtown Dunedin at Main Street and the Pinellas Trail. Call 727-743-5667.

Palm Harbor Fire Station Open House, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., dedication and celebration of the rebuilt Palm Harbor Fire Rescue Station 65. Food, demonstrations and more. Palm Harbor Fire Rescue Station 65, 250 West Lake Rd., Palm Harbor. Call 727-784-0454.

14th Annual Fish Head Ball, 7-11 p.m., proceeds benefit The Pier Aquarium. The Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront, St. Petersburg. Call 727-895-7437, ext. 206.

Wednesday, November 7

Wine Tasting, 6-8 p.m., a monthly event featuring wines and a special menu at the Lincoln Heights Bistro, 603 Elm St., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-4210.

Friday, Nov