Beach Drive: The Weekender 6/27-6/30


The weekend comes around again, bringing us more stuff to do than we could ever dream of doing. But, hey, we can try! There’s so much fun going on, how can we say no? Thursday includes a Green Bench tasting class at the Locale Market and Nerd Nite at the Iberian Rooster. Friday brings shuffleboard, an American Stage performance, and a Rays game. Saturday means a silent disco at Caddy’s on Central, a Woodstock tribute concert to close the Billy Graham exhibit, and the Rowdies’s Pride Night! Sunday wraps things up beautifully with Art on Maple Street and a delicious craft beer and cheese/chocolate pairing workshop. Enjoy your weekend!

THURSDAY 6/27

Fine Art after 5PM: reduced admission to The Dali Museum, MFA & Imagine Museum

Fine art can be pricey. Thursdays after 5pm, visit the Dali for just $10, the Imagine Museum for $5, and the MFA for $10. Have a glass of wine and stroll the museums for the perfect Happy Hour.

More Dali Museum information can be found here.

Museum of Fine Arts information can be found here.

Imagine Museum information can be found here.

Royal Palm Market

Enjoy live music, food, shopping and craft cocktails every Thursday at 6PM under the royal palms of St. Pete! This weekly night market is located right next to Intermezzo Coffee & Cocktails and features local artists, boutiques, handmade goods, leather goods, wood burning, clothing & accessories, specialty dog treat vendors, soaps, candles and so much more! Bring the whole family including your pets to this free, weekly event.

Drake Night at the Crafty Squirrel

The Crafty Squirrel goes 0-100 real quick this Thursday night. DJ 5 Day Forecast kicks off a night of Drake starting at 10PM. The night includes $15 Martini & Rossi Prosecco Bottles, games, and prizes. The event runs from 9PM to 2AM.

Long Day’s Journey Into Night at American Stage

Considered one of the all-time great American plays, this Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning masterwork lays bare what we all know to be true: the ardor of familial love cannot always protect you. What begins as an ordinary summer day at the Connecticut home of the Tyrone family morphs into a night filled with foggy, drink-laced demons. Long-buried secrets are revealed which once exposed cannot be ignored. A long-revered showcase for tour-de-force performances, ‘Long Day’s Journey Into Night’ is a compassionately brutal look at the devastating impact of addiction and one family’s struggle to fight for love itself. Purchase tickets online, by calling 727-823-7529, or at the box office (Mon-Fri: 10am-6pm, Day Of: 2 hours before curtain). The show starts at 7PM.

Beer + Bites: Green Bench Brewing Tasting Class at Locale Market

Green Bench Brewery’s Head Brewer and co-owner Khris Johnson leads a night of beer tasting. The event includes samples from Green Bench’s newest project, Webb’s City Cellar, and some surprise exclusive brews. Beer will be paired with delicious small bites from Locale’s chefs. Tickets are $30 and can be purchased here. The event runs from 6PM to 8PM.

Nerd Nite at the Iberian Rooster

Want to watch people talk about what they love most while drinking? Head to the Iberian Rooster from 6:30PM to 9PM and enjoy a series of 20 minute presentations while sipping beer and cocktails. Drink, socialize, and learn! Tickets are $5 in advance and $7 at the door. Presentations start promptly at 7PM.

FRIDAY 6/28

Yoga for Lunch at Station House

Unwind and renew with a mid-day Yoga break! A soulful exploration of the body and mind will leave you feeling rejuvenated and ready to embrace the rest of your day, and the weekend ahead.  In the heart of downtown St. Pete, join us for a 45 minutes flow that will get your blood pumping, body moving and soul squealing for joy! Starts at 12pm.

Friday Night Clay at Morean Center for Clay

Spend your Friday evening playing in clay at the Morean Center for Clay! Be prepared to get dirty for two hours from 7-9PM. of wheel throwing and hand building. Bring a towel, your favorite beverage, and a group of friends or a date for a fun get-together. You’ll get to select your favorite piece at the end of the night and they will bisque and glaze it for you to bring home. Purchase your tickets for $25 online today.

Friday Nights at the St. Pete Shuffleboard Club

It’s not just for the older generation anymore! Join the fun at the world’s largest shuffleboard club to see why this pastime has regained its popularity in the Sunshine City. Free every Friday night from 7-11 p.m., locals and visitors alike flock to this private recreational club. If you’re not sure how to play, have no fear as volunteers are on hand to give you a lesson or two. Bring your own snacks and beverages – local craft beers tend to be a popular choice. There’s often live music or a DJ on-site to keep you shufflin’. Children are welcome and so are well behaved dogs.

Long Day’s Journey Into Night at American Stage

Considered one of the all-time great American plays, this Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning masterwork lays bare what we all know to be true: the ardor of familial love cannot always protect you. What begins as an ordinary summer day at the Connecticut home of the Tyrone family morphs into a night filled with foggy, drink-laced demons. Long-buried secrets are revealed which once exposed cannot be ignored. A long-revered showcase for tour-de-force performances, ‘Long Day’s Journey Into Night’ is a compassionately brutal look at the devastating impact of addiction and one family’s struggle to fight for love itself. Purchase tickets online, by calling 727-823-7529, or at the box office (Mon-Fri: 10am-6pm, Day Of: 2 hours before curtain). The show starts at 8PM.

Tampa Bay Rays Baseball – Rays vs. Rangers, 7:10 p.m.

Watch the Rays take on the Rangers this weekend! Come see them take the field in downtown St. Pete at Tropicana Field, recently revamped with a First Base Food Hall where fans can get a taste of local bars & restaurants. And after, enjoy the neighboring Edge District, which is lined with local and authentic breweries, shops and restaurants. Tickets here.

Underground Silent Disco at the Iberian Rooster

Party sub-Central at the Iberian Rooster this Friday! $10 gets you access to your Silent Disco headset with three DJs to choose from. Music will span from 80s and 90s to reggaeton to hip-hop and more. The event runs from 9PM to 1AM. Tickets here.

SATURDAY 6/29

Saturday Morning Market

Check out this week’s rendition of St. Pete’s favorite way to say good morning. It’s full of all of the goods – and eats – to make your Saturday morning sweet. Stop by Williams Park between 9AM and 1PM.

St. Pete Walking Mural Tour

Hear the inside stories of the making of more than 30 murals found in the Central Arts District in downtown St. Petersburg. The four-block tour begins at Florida CraftArt, 501 Central Ave., each Saturday morning at 10AM and concludes at 11:30AM. Call 727-821-7391 or email gallery@FloridaCraftsmen.net to book a tour, which costs $19 for adults and $11 for children. A portion of the proceeds from the tours will be used to fund future murals.

Poolside Yoga and Brunch

If there weren’t enough yoga options for you already, here’s another: poolside yoga at the Hollander Hotel at 8:30 followed by brunch. Salute the sun with Allison Moonbeam Archer then cool off in the Hollander Hotel Downtown St Petersburg’s beautiful pool. All levels are welcome for this slow flow class and mats will be provided as needed. $5 Body Electric monthly and annual members; $10 pre-registered; $15 at the door.

Long Day’s Journey Into Night at American Stage

Considered one of the all-time great American plays, this Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning masterwork lays bare what we all know to be true: the ardor of familial love cannot always protect you. What begins as an ordinary summer day at the Connecticut home of the Tyrone family morphs into a night filled with foggy, drink-laced demons. Long-buried secrets are revealed which once exposed cannot be ignored. A long-revered showcase for tour-de-force performances, ‘Long Day’s Journey Into Night’ is a compassionately brutal look at the devastating impact of addiction and one family’s struggle to fight for love itself. Purchase tickets online, by calling 727-823-7529, or at the box office (Mon-Fri: 10am-6pm, Day Of: 2 hours before curtain). The shows start at 2PM and 8PM.

June Silent Disco at Caddy’s on Central

Join Caddy’s on Central and Midnight Music for a night of silent disco fun. Choose from 3 DJs in 3 rooms (no matter where you go!) while enjoying drinks and friends. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased here. The event runs from 10PM to 2AM.

Tampa Bay Rays Baseball – Rays vs. Rangers, 4:10 p.m.

Watch the Rays take on the Rangers this weekend! Come see them take the field in downtown St. Pete at Tropicana Field, recently revamped with a First Base Food Hall where fans can get a taste of local bars & restaurants. And after, enjoy the neighboring Edge District, which is lined with local and authentic breweries, shops and restaurants. Tickets here.

Peace, Love, and Rock & Roll Concert at the Florida Holocaust Museum

The beloved Billy Graham exhibit leaves the Florida Holocaust Museum this Sunday, but it’s not going out quietly. Peace of Woodstock brings its 90 minute Woodstock tribute concert to the museum, followed by a silent auction of signed rock and roll posters (among them being Stevie Nicks, Billy Idol, and more!). All proceeds go to benefit the museum and its work in the community. Tickets are $36 and include a free drink as well as light snacks. The event runs from 7PM-10PM.

Pride Night with the Rowdies

Support the Rowdies against Ottawa Fury – and support the local LGBT community while you do it! Check out a tailgate party with Pride-themed scarves and brand new food trucks before the game kicks off at 7:30PM. Use code PRIDE2 to donate part of your ticket sale to St. Pete Pride. Tickets here.

  • Also check out the Rowdie for ‘Merica 4th of July-themed Pub Crawl here.

SUNDAY 6/30

Yoga at The Dali

Come with your yoga mat and get ready to be inspired! Join Lucky Cat Yoga at 10:30 AM every Sunday at The Dali Museum for yoga. Classes are held in the Raymond James Community Room or outside in the Avant-garden, both with incredible views of the waterfront. The cost to participate is $10 for members and $15 for non-members. Tickets can be purchased at the Member’s desk.

Mimosas & Masterpieces: Brunch at the Dali

Raise a glass to an artistic take on Sunday Fundays at Café Gala with Mimosas & Masterpieces! Enjoy a Catalan-inspired brunch, visit the galleries, stroll the grounds, contemplate the Avant-garden, browse the Museum Store and soak in all the brilliance of the world-famous Dali Museum. Enjoy this inspired brunch between 11AM to 4PM. Visit the Facebook event page here.

Long Day’s Journey Into Night at American Stage

Considered one of the all-time great American plays, this Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning masterwork lays bare what we all know to be true: the ardor of familial love cannot always protect you. What begins as an ordinary summer day at the Connecticut home of the Tyrone family morphs into a night filled with foggy, drink-laced demons. Long-buried secrets are revealed which once exposed cannot be ignored. A long-revered showcase for tour-de-force performances, ‘Long Day’s Journey Into Night’ is a compassionately brutal look at the devastating impact of addiction and one family’s struggle to fight for love itself. Purchase tickets online, by calling 727-823-7529, or at the box office (Mon-Fri: 10am-6pm, Day Of: 2 hours before curtain). The show starts at 2PM.

Tampa Bay Rays Baseball – Rays vs. Rangers, 1:10 p.m.

Watch the Rays take on the Rangers this weekend! Come see them take the field in downtown St. Pete at Tropicana Field, recently revamped with a First Base Food Hall where fans can get a taste of local bars & restaurants. And after, enjoy the neighboring Edge District, which is lined with local and authentic breweries, shops and restaurants. Tickets here.

Art on Maple Street

The Mars Collective joins Maple Street Biscuit Company this Sunday! Check out delicious food samples, a gallery-style art walk, live DJs, and more! The event runs from 12PM-4PM.

Craft Beer, Chocolate & Cheese – Yes Please! At the Merchant

Join the Merchant for a five course series of local craft beer, cheese, and local chocolate. From 6PM to 8PM, join chocolatier Maggie Prittie and Merchant owner Jennifer for an educational night. Forget wine! Learn the best pairings of beer, cheese, and chocolate. Tickets are $38 (or $50 VIP).

MUSEUMS

Rock & Roll Exhibition at The Florida Holocaust Museum

Explore the extraordinary life of renowned music promoter Bill Graham (1931 – 1991) who helped launch and promote the careers of countless rock & roll artists. This exhibition also traces the indomitable spirit of a man who was brought to the United States as an eleven-year-old Jewish refugee fleeing the Nazis, fueling lifelong passion and advocacy for social justice. See it before it leaves on June 30th.

A Feast for the Eyes Exhibition at Museum of Fine Arts St. Pete

Dreamy landscapes and luscious still life paintings from one of the world’s greatest private collections join together in A Feast for the Eyes: European Masterpieces from the Grasset Collection. This stunning exhibition will be on display at the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Pete from March 23rd through July 28thThe exhibition features 40 of the finest Old Master paintings by artists from the Netherlands, Italy, Spain, and Germany -including Jan Brueghel the Elder and Canaletto, one of the greatest view painters of all time represented here with an iconic view of Venice.The works span from 1600 to 1750. The collection is on loan from the Grasset family of Spain, whose patriarch assembled this group of masterpieces.

Straighten Up The World at the Museum of Fine Arts

This exhibition brings together works from the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts that display the prowess and innovation stemming from self-taught artistic practices from the American south. Purvis Young used cast-off materials to capture scenes and portraits of people he saw in his inner-city Overtown neighborhood of Miami, noting “I paint them all kinds of ways…some people protesting, some happy, some white, some are black, green or purple. People that think like me. Different kinds of people trying to straighten up the world.” These artists face severe socio-political inequalities, including poverty and systemic racism, and yet created transformational artworks from materials that could easily be overlooked.  A number of their works call for change, as seen explicitly in Ned Cartledge’s Freedom is Not Free (1995). Others portray family life and religious imagery, and many, as in the work of Lonnie Holley, embody the shrewd repurposing of materials and modes of improvisation. This exhibit runs through September 9th.

Before Dali: Goya – Visions and Inventions

Francisco Jose de Goya y Lucientes (1746-1828) is one of the most important Spanish artists of the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, celebrated for his revolutionary paintings, drawings and engravings. Goya’s life and works deeply influenced Salvador Dali in his early years, and are considered by many scholars to be the basis for “modern” art, bridging Classicism and Romanticism. Before Dali: Goya – Visions & Inventions, sponsored by Tampa International Airport,  features two alternating suites of first-edition prints, published in Goya’s lifetime, alongside three significant paintings representing unique themes of Goya’s works. The works are on loan from the Meadows Museum, Dallas, TX, home of one of the most substantial collections of Goya. This exhibit runs through November 3rd.

About the author

Gina Marks

Gina is a graduate of the University of South Florida, St. Petersburg, with a love of all things writing and St. Pete-themed. Originally from Grand Rapids, MI, she moved with her family to Florida in 2009 and has been in love ever since. When she's not studying or working, she spends her time reading, writing, and working on her fashion blog, ellisfashionco.com.


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