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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.

Friday, September 14

Italian Spaghetti Dinner/Dance, 5-7 p.m., fundraiser for the center. Reservations requested. Palm Harbor Community Activity Center, 1500 16th St., Palm Harbor. Call 727-771-6000.

Saturday, September 15

"Nature's Store: the Cabbage Palm," 10:30-11:30 a.m., free program with center staff on the sabal palm and its practical uses for food, medicine and building materials. Pre-registration required. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

"Fall Festival," 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.

EarthDance Safety Harbor, noon-10 p.m., second annual local participation in a global festival for peace, culminating with a worldwide joining of hands at midnight Greenwich Time, 7 p.m. in Safety Harbor. Multi-cultural music, food vendors and more, including green exhibitors. Benefit for the Safety Harbor Museum of Regional History and Pinellas Mammography Project. Safety Harbor Museum grounds, 329 Bayshore Blvd., Safety Harbor. Call 727-726-1668.

"What I Heard About Iraq," 7 p.m., a Readers' Theatre production of Simon Levy's play based on the prose poem by Eliot Weinberger. Presented by the Social Justice Committee of Unitarian Universalists of Clearwater. UU Octagon Arts Center, 2470 Nursery Rd., Clearwater. Call 727-531-7704 or 727-669-9517.

Sunday, September 16

"Weedon Naturalist: Coastal Aquatic," 12:30-3:30 p.m., free program with center staff on the connections between living things and the physical environment of Tampa Bay Estuary. Pre-registration required. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

Tuesday, September 18

Great Books Discussion Group, 2 p.m., featuring "The Boy Without a Flag" by Henry MacNeal Turner. Dunedin Library, 223 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. Call 727-298-3080.

"Virgin of Small Plains," 2-3 p.m., discussion of the book by award-winning author Nancy Pickard, a suspenseful story about the loss of innocence and the possibility of redemption. Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Call 727-724-1525, ext. 232.

"Bicycling Through The Netherlands," 7 p.m., stories and slides from a recent tour by Dave and Bonnie Theall. Dunedin Library, 223 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. Call 727-298-3080.

Wednesday, September 19

"What's It Like to have Alzheimer's Disease?" 2-3:30 p.m., talk by Dr. Richard Taylor, former psychologist and author of "Alzheimer's from the Inside Out," discussing his own experience with early-onset Alzheimer's. Arden Courts: Alzheimer's Assisted Living, 2895 Tampa Rd., Palm Harbor. Reservations required. Call 727-771-1600.

"Praise vs. Encouragement," 6:30 p.m., special parent program 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.

Thursday, September 20

Second Annual Active Aging Expo, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m., workshops, demonstrations, screenings and exhibits; keynote presentation by Ron Heller, author of "Three Minutes that are Simply Fascinating." Regency Oaks, 2720 Regency Oaks Blvd., Clearwater. Registration requested. Call 727-252-0540.

"Comedy for the Cause!," 6-10 p.m., 8th annual gourmet food fundraiser for Help A Child, Inc. Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront, 333 First St. S., St. Petersburg. Reservations required. Call 727-544-3900, ext. 179.

Rodney Strong Wine Dinner, 6:30 p.m., fundraiser for the Abilities Foundation. Featuring dinner, wine-tasting and live auction. Marchand's Bar & Grille, Renaissance Vinoy Resort & Golf Club, St. Petersburg. Reservations required. Call 727-538-7370, ext. 349.

"Seabird Rescue: The Four Rs," 7-8 p.m., free talk by Greg Slutzky, Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary, Indian Shores, about the work of the not-for profit group. Pre-registration requested. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

"The Struggle Between the Arab World and the Christian West," 7:30 p.m., free talk by Milton Viorst, Mideast expert and author. Presidential Events Lecture Series. Fox Hall, Hough Center, Eckerd College, 4200 54th Ave. S., St. Petersburg. Call 727-864-7979.

Friday, September 21

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.

Saturday, September 22

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.

"5th Annual Fashions with Flair" Fundraiser, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., featuring local celebrity fashion models, luncheon and silent auction. Benefit for Homeless Emergency Project and Church of Scientology charities. Belleair Country Club, Belleair. Reservations required. Call 727-442-2099.

"Fantasy In Blue & Gold," 6-11 p.m., fundraising gala for Sepsis Education and Awareness, featuring dining, dancing and silent auction. Music by "Flashback." Hosted by Rotary Club of Clearwater East Foundation. The Kapok - Special Events Center, 923 N. McMullen Booth Rd., Clearwater. Call 727-791-1775.

Sunday, September 23

Sand Key Triathlon, 7:15 a.m. race start, sponsored by Tri This Inc., which is coordinating a sprint distance triathlon simultaneously in Baghdad, Iraq. Sand Key County Park, 1060 Gulf Blvd., Clearwater. Call 727-773-5675.

Tuesday, September 25

Contemporary Book Discussion Group, 7 p.m., featuring "The Falls" by Joyce Carol Oates. Dunedin Library, 223 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. Call 727-298-3080.

Wednesday, September 26

"What's Going On In Our Schools," 11 a.m., talk by Dr. Clayton Wilcox, superintendent of Pinellas County schools, at the UU Community Forum. Unitarian Universalists of Clearwater, 2470 Nursery Rd., Clearwater. Call 727-797-5736 or 727-531-7704.

National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE), Palm Harbor Chapter 1683 meeting, 11:30 a.m., featuring speaker Beverly Burton on "Better Living for Seniors." Kally K's Restaurant, 1600 Main St., Dunedin. Call 727-733-6968.

Thursday, September 27

Book Discussion Group, noon, call for this month's selection. Tarpon Springs Library, 138 E. Lemon St., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-943-4922.

Walk for Wellness Challenge, 2 p.m., salute to Active Aging Week Sept.24-Oct. 1 and kick off for a three-month program of fitness walking. Registrants receive free pedometer and walking log. Regency Oaks, 2720 Regency Oaks Blvd., Clearwater. Registration required. Call 727-252-0540.

Tribute to Tourism Business Showcase, 5-7:30 p.m., presented by the St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce. The Coliseum, 1825 Fourth St. N., St. Petersburg. Call 727-821-4069.

Saturday, September 29

"Help Break the Sickle Cell Cycle" Walkathon, 8 a.m. registration; 9 a.m. walk followed by picnic. Fundraiser sponsored by Sickle Cell Upper Pinellas-Pasco Counties, Inc. to help find a cure. Shelter two, Philippe Park, 2525 Philippe Parkway, Safety Harbor. Call 727-729-3250 or 727-726-3280.

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.

World Rivers Day FEST, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., free celebration of the third international event with live music, shows, demonstrations, interactive exhibits, art displays, "kids' corner," food and drinks. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-453-6800.

Sunday, September 29

 
October 1-5

11th Annual Commuter Choices Week, annual event sponsored by Bay Area Commuter Services to raise awareness of commuting alternatives, including carpooling, vanpooling, riding the bus, bicycling, teleworking and more. Call 1-800-998-RIDE (7433).

Tuesday, October 2

Amish Country Farm Market Grand Opening, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Tues. year-round, sponsored by First Christian Church of Dunedin. Featuring fresh produce, crafts, authentic handmade Amish products and more. Indoor location, also featuring The Gathering Place Café. Hunt Family Life Center, 1400 San Christopher Dr., Dunedin. Call 727-773-1464.

"Gatsby Gala," 6-8 p.m., a Jazz Age-style kick off for Pinellas County participation in the National Endowment for the Arts program, "The Big Read," featuring the novel "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald. The Coliseum, 535 Fourth Ave. N., St. Petersburg. Call 727-441-8408.

Wednesday, October 3

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, October 4

Lia Sophia Jewelry Party for Darfur.  6pm Starbucks Downtown Safety Harbor.  Come shop for a cause.  Starbucks is matching the money raised. All proceeds benefit Save the Children Federation in Darfur.

Friday, October 5

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.

October 5, 13

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, October 6

"Italian Pride — Pre-Columbus Day 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.

Monday, October 8

"Pinellas Voices," 10 a.m., oral historian Edward Woodward shares stores from a recent countywide oral history project. Heritage Village, 11909 125th St. N., Largo. Call 727-582-2123.

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. 6-9pm Palm Pavilion 10 Esplanade Clearwater Beach  

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

Wednesday, October 10

"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.

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., open to community vendors. Tarpon Community Center Gym, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628.

"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.

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Every Tuesday

Free Movies, every first and third Tuesday monthly at 1 p.m. at the Tarpon Springs Community Center, 400 S. Walton Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call 727-942-5628.

Free Movies, 2 p.m., at the Dunedin Library, 223 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. Feature film every Tuesday. Call 727-298-3080.

Every Wednesday

Leading Ladies Duplicate Bridge Luncheons, 11:30 a.m., benefit for education programs for youth in the performing arts. Open to all bridge players. First and third Wednesdays at Cypress Run Country Club, Tarpon Springs; second Wednesday at Countryside Country Club, Clearwater; fourth Wednesday at Dunedin Country Club, Dunedin. Reservations required. Call 727-784-7386.

Every Wednesday and Friday

Senior Socials, 9 a.m.-noon, for seniors (50+). Coffee, donuts and bagels available. Oldsmar Senior Center, 127 State St. W., Oldsmar. Call 813-749-1195.

Every Friday

Kayaking for Seniors, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., learn basic boat control and safety while viewing an array of wildlife. Pre-registration required. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.

Every Saturday and Sunday

Self-Guided Kayak/Canoe Trips, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., canoe through mangrove stands and over seagrass and oyster beds while viewing an array of wildlife. Kayak basics and safety lessons available 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Pre-registration required. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Call 727-453-6500.