The Art of Coffee: A Tasting Journey
10-11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 7. Imagine Museum, 1901 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. Discover the stories behind every sip during a guided tasting with Chef Marques Clark. Sample four distinctive coffees from Central and South America, experience live brewing demonstrations, and explore how origin, roast, and brewing techniques shape every cup. Your ticket also includes museum admission. $7.18-$10. https://tinyurl.com/3r777ryt
Folly Faire
9 a.m.-noon. Saturday, Aug. 8. Folly Farm Nature Preserve, 1550 Dr. MLK Jr. St. N., Safety Harbor. Join Folly Faire every second Saturday of the month. Take a leisurely walk through the park while shopping from vendors at our nursery plant sale, asking a Master Gardener about your gardening questions, and enjoying live music. Visit the animal farm and participate in family-friendly nature activities and kids’ crafts.
Rock the Rocks: Market & Live Music
Noon-10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8. The Original Crabby Bills, 401 Gulf Blvd., Indian Rocks Beach. Bring your friends, shop local, sip something cold, and enjoy the sounds of the beach. https://tinyurl.com/2kty2fky
THURSDAY
Seminole Historical Museum
10 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 6. Seminole City Park, 7464 Ridge Road. The Pioneer Room showcases exhibits highlighting Seminole’s origins and development. Catch up on the train’s presence in Pinellas that gave Floridians the development of a thriving citrus industry and tourist opportunities. Museum is open all Thursdays and Saturdays.
Bird Show
Noon-1 p.m. Aug. 6. McGough Nature Park, 11901 146th St. N., Largo. Get up close with native Florida raptors and see training sessions live. Meet the park’s feathered friends and learn about the birds of prey program. Held each Tuesday and Thursday, weather permitting.
Beer & The Bible
6:45 p.m. Aug. 6. Cueni Brewing Co., 945 Huntley Ave., Dunedin. Join a weekly community gathering designed for open-minded discussions on faith and spirituality in a laid-back setting. Beer & the Bible provides a safe, judgment-free place for people of all backgrounds — whether lifelong believers or those simply curious about spirituality. Call Bren Cueni at 727-266-4102 or email cuenibrewing@gmail.com
FRIDAY
Navigators of Change: Women at the Helm
9 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 7 and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 8. The James Museum, 150 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. Amplify Women Tampa Bay welcomes some of the top voices in business, technology, sports and civic leadership for its third annual summit. Structured networking sessions, panel discussions, and shared meals throughout the two days are built to help women form the kind of relationships that extend well beyond the event itself. Tickets start at $150. https://tinyurl.com/ypy4js2w
GriefShare
10-11:30 a.m. Aug. 7. St. Alfred’s Episcopal Church, 1601 Curlew Road, Palm Harbor. Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Find hope and healing after the death of a loved one with these weekly GriefShare sessions. Meet in Building D in the Parish Library. For more information, contact Cindy at 727-785-1601.
First Friday Gulfport Night Market
5-9 p.m. Aug. 7. Beach Boulevard S. Recently rebranded as the Gulfport Night Market, come and experience vibrant local offerings from local makers, artisans, and small business vendors to engage the community and visitors as they shop, stroll, and sip in beautiful downtown Gulfport. Now every first Friday and third Saturday of the month.
Healing Food Series
6-8 p.m. Aug. 7. Traditions Herb School, 6340 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. Craving sugar is often a signal of deeper imbalances in the digestive system and emotional body. Explore the spleen and pancreas from a food energetics perspective, learning how to nourish these organs with grounding, naturally sweet foods that reduce sugar dependence. You’ll leave the session with recipes, inspiration, and lots of yummy foods to try. $40. To register for this class visit: TraditionsHerbSchool.com/2026-classes
Line Dance Social
6-8 p.m. Aug. 7. Largo Community Center, 400 Alt Keene Road. Come enjoy your favorite hits and line dance the night away. No instruction will be given. All levels welcome. 727-518-3131.
Tarpon Springs First Friday
6-10 p.m. Aug. 7. Downtown Tarpon Springs, 100 E. Tarpon Ave. A free family event held the first Friday of the month — featuring art, food, vendors, shops, music, and beer & wine, with a fun theme every month. Free parking and shuttle at the Dog/Splash Park at 508 Live Oak St. (5:30–10:30 p.m.)
SATURDAY
Oldsmar Flea Market
8 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 8-9. 180 N Race Track Road, Oldsmar. The Oldsmar Flea Market is one of the largest markets on Florida’s West Coast, featuring hundreds of vendors selling furniture, local produce, gourmet food, antiques, modern and contemporary household items, clothing, electronics, jewelry, and much more. https://oldsmarfleamarket.com
Get Fit St. Pete: Trail Run
9-10 a.m. Aug. 8. Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, 1101 Country Club Way S., St. Petersburg. Join Healthy St. Pete and running coaches from St. Pete Running Company for a Trail Fun Run the second Saturday of each month. Explore Boyd Hill Nature Preserve while running, walking or jogging. All ages and levels welcome. Free. 727-892-5994.
Boater Safety Course
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 8-9. Dunedin Marina, 51 Main St. The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla Dunedin 11-10 will offer a two-day Boater Safety Course. The eight-hour course satisfies Florida’s mandatory boating education requirement for anyone born after Jan. 1, 1988, and will help educate boaters of all ages on safe and responsible boating. Participants will receive a Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Safe Boating ID card. $50. Register by emailing publiceducation1110@gmail.com or call 727-736-1191.
Dunedin Downtown Market
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 8. Dunedin History Museum (parking lot), 349 Main St. Each Saturday, shoppers can pick up fresh produce and a wide choice of gourmet items.
St. Pete Saturday Morning Market
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 8. St. Pete First United Methodist Church, 212 Third St. N. The weekly market features farm-fresh produce, artisanal food products and a wide range of arts and crafts. Different artists are invited to perform each week. https://saturdaymorningmarket.com/events
Largo Art Association
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 8. Largo Community Center, 400 Alt. Keene Road. Whether you’re an accomplished artist or not, you are welcome to become a member for a very modest fee. There is studio space for drawing, painting, pottery, sculpting, or woodworking with free supplies, coffee and tea. Discuss with others and get feedback, take home books from the library, and display (or sell) your work. Annual fee is $70. Workshops are every fourth Saturday from 10 a.m.-noon, covering a myriad of art issues presented by prominent local artists. Free.
Second Saturday Tarpon Springs Market
9 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 8. Mother Meres parking lot, Tarpon Avenue & ALT 19. Shop with local vendors featuring veggies, plants, jewelry, baked goods and arts. Sponsored by the Tarpon Springs Merchants Association. Tarponspringsfloridausa.com
USCG Auxiliary Recreational Boating Course
9 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 8. Gulfport Community Center, 1617 49th St. S, Gulfport. The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 7-16 will hold the eight-hour course on the second Saturday of each month. Cost is $40 per person. To reserve a seat, call Marty Richardson at 630-674-5352 or email merichardsonjr.mr@gmail.com
The Market Marie
10 a.m. Aug. 8. Coachman Park, 300 Cleveland St., Clearwater. Shop local with over 85 small business owners every second Saturday. Enjoy live music, delicious food, art, clothing, jewelry, henna, handmade candles, soap, pet treats, home goods and more.
Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway & Block Party
10 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 8. Skycrest United Methodist Church, 2045 Drew St., Clearwater. Free backpacks with school supplies for local kids, plus community partner booths, activities, and family fun. For questions, email meg@skycrest.net or call 727-543-5629.
Oldsmar Saturday Market
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 8. UTB Saturday Market, 101 State St. E., Oldsmar. Support local vendors while enjoying fresh produce, handmade crafts, and delicious food. Presented by the Upper Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce.
Poké Ball Stained-Glass Workshop
Noon-2 p.m. Aug. 8. Imagine Museum, 1901 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. Create your own Poké Ball inspired stained-glass artwork in this beginner-friendly workshop led by contemporary stained glass artist Christina. No experience is necessary — all materials are included, and museum admission comes with your ticket. Limited seats available, this workshop is expected to sell out quickly. $50. https://tinyurl.com/58wc4dy2
Touch the Revolution: A Hands-On History Adventure
1-2 p.m. Aug. 8. Largo Public Library, 120 Central Park Drive. A family-friendly artifact showcase featuring the “Indigo Heroine” and her wartime mementos. This is a special America 250 presentation presented by Lori Coffey, president of the Pinellas Genealogy Society and Regent of Caladesi Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution.
Saturday Sunset Market
4-8 p.m. Aug. 8. Dolphin Village, 4655 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach. Weekly Saturday market featuring local vendors, great food, and perfect sunsets.
SUNDAY
Kenwood Sunday Market
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 9. St. Petersburg High School, 2501 Fifth Ave. N., St. Petersburg. Each Sunday, check out more than 75 vendors who offer produce, multicultural foods, innovative arts, hand-made crafts, sustainable, eco-friendly products and wellness services. Plus, enjoy live local music each week. Free.
Corey Avenue Sunday Fresh Market
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 9. Corey Avenue, St. Pete Beach. The market features about 100 vendors with fresh produce, baked goods, clothing, jewelry, art, home décor, gifts, souvenirs and more. Free parking is available at the library, City Hall and regular street parking.
Market on Main
10 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 9. Gazebo at John Wilson Park, 401 Main St., Safety Harbor. Join friends in the community for open-air shopping each Sunday.
Social Sundays
11 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 9. Bottom of the Bin, 9444 Seminole Blvd., Seminole. Artists and crafters are invited to work on projects in a shared environment. All types of projects are welcome but refrain from bringing anything overly messy. Free materials such as scrap paper, cardstock, and stickers will be provided. Secondhand art and craft supplies can be purchased before or during the event. Bring your own snacks and drinks, just no alcohol or anything messy. Free. RSVP at https://tinyurl.com/4ehxwwav
Free Sunday Dinners
1 p.m. Aug. 9. Seminole United Methodist Church, 5400 Seminole Blvd. Enjoy a free Sunday Dinner on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month year-round. Entrees vary, provided by Metropolitan Ministries, and the church members prepare fresh salads and homemade desserts. Live jazz/’50s-60s music too. No need to call ahead; all in the community are welcome and there is always plenty.
MONDAY
Retired Employees of Pinellas County
Noon. Aug. 10. Perkins Restaurant, 2626 Gulf to Bay Blvd., Clearwater. Please arrive by 11:30 a.m. to order lunch. A representative from Pinellas County Consumer Protection department will provide information on the latest scams and fraud schemes. All Pinellas County government retirees and employees are welcome. REPCO meets once a month on the second Monday for lunch at a local restaurant. $10. RSVP to 813-855-3466.
Clearwater Duplicate Bridge Club
12:30-4 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, Aug. 10. Regions Bank Building, 2nd Floor, 2551 Sunset Point Road, Clearwater. Join a friendly club with “face-to-face.” Bring a partner or request a partner to play in pairs. Team games available on Thursday starting at 12:30 p.m. and second and fourth Wednesday at 6 p.m.; Limited Master Points games available Thursday at 10 a.m. and Saturday at 9 a.m. Saturday regular games with open pairs starting at 12:30 p.m. Entry fees are collected per player to play bridge game. Annual membership fee is $20. Additional fee for special games and for non-members. 727-726-0796. Clearwaterbridgeclub@outlook.com
AI for Genealogy
1-2 p.m. Aug. 10. Largo Public Library, 120 Central Park Drive. Peek into the world of Artificial Intelligence for genealogy to see how to supplement your family research. This new world of AI will transform your productivity as computers can now perform mental tasks you used to do. Learn why AI, which has been around for 50 years, has developed dramatically in the last decade and how you can benefit from it.
TUESDAY
West Florida Y Runners Club
5 a.m. Aug. 11. Northside Christian, 7777 62nd Ave. N., St. Petersburg. Coached track workouts meet weekly. An all-paces welcome, 5-mile run meets at 5 a.m. in Dunedin at 2646 Bayshore Blvd. in front of the gym on Thursdays. Runners also meet on Sundays at 6 a.m. for a 13-mile loop, at the Clearwater City parking lot, 112 S. Osceola Ave. People run a variety of distances, up to 13 miles, and at a variety of paces.
‘The First Day of School’ Breakfast
9-11 a.m. Aug. 11. Benedicts Family Restaurant, 768 N. Belcher Road, Clearwater. Join the North Pinellas County Retired Educators Association for breakfast. All retired school personnel and friends of education welcome. There will be a collection of school supplies for the Homeless Empowerment Program that serves veterans and other families. The teachers for this local program struggle to have adequate supplies for their classrooms when students arrive. npcrea@gmail.com
Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market
9 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 11. Gulfport’s Waterfront District, Beach Boulevard below 29th Ave. S. Find fresh fruits and vegetables, and local art and home goods. Local vendors line the street.
Wholistic Wellness Lifestyle
1-4 p.m. Aug. 11. Safety Harbor Public Library, 101 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Different discussions every other week with Dr. James Y. Lin, Wellness Psychologist. Learn to experience a Wholistic Wellness Lifestyle through inspirational presentations & experiential learning.
Beauty for Ashes
6-7 p.m. Aug. 11. Beacon of Hope Ministry, 2058 Weaver Park Drive, Clearwater. Beacon of Hope is now offering a new all-inclusive support group for families of those suffering in addiction. Meets weekly. For more information, contact Cindy Logan at cindy52logan@yahoo.com or 727-667-6096.
Laughter League: Comedy Showdown
6:30-7:30 p.m. Aug. 11. Imagine Museum, 1901 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. Enjoy an interactive comedy competition featuring some of Tampa Bay’s funniest local comedians. Audience laughter helps determine the night’s champion, making every show unique. Museum admission is included with your ticket. Members free, general admission $10. https://tinyurl.com/2vpktdn2
Pages & Pours Book Club
6:30-8 p.m. Aug. 11. Cueni Brewing Co., 945 Huntley Ave., Dunedin. This new book club is meeting every second Tuesday. Formerly, it met at Wine at the Docks, Dunedin. This month’s read will be “Theo of Golden” by Allen Levi.
Depression Bipolar Support Group
7 p.m. Aug. 11. Allendale Church 3803 Haines Road N., St. Petersburg. Nonsecular, free, snacks and water provided. For individuals diagnosed with depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety or other mood disorders. Peer-to-Peer style with a circle of chairs, volunteer facilitators give structure to the meeting. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Also meets Thursdays at Pasadena Community Church, 227 70th St. S., St. Petersburg. Call 727-410-1569 or visit dbstampabay.org for more info.
WEDNESDAY
Advanced Care Planning Workshop
2:30-3:30 p.m. Aug. 12. C.W.Y. VAMC Campus, 10000 Bay Pines Blvd., Bay Pines. Share, learn, and help your fellow veterans understand the benefits of planning for future health care decisions if you become too ill to make or communicate choices for yourself. Workshops are every second and third Wednesday of each month and held in building 101, conference room B-5. To register or for more information, call Denyse Wilkins at 727-398-6661, ext. 15932 or Pamela Zavala at 727-398-6661, ext. 19471.
Pilates on the Pier
6-7 p.m. Aug. 12. Family Park at St. Pete Pier, 600 2nd Ave. NE, St. Petersburg. Free and open to the public. Bring water, mat, and towel. Hosted second Wednesday of the month.
LOOKING AHEAD
Bringing Your Ancestors to Life: Going Beyond the Facts
1-2 p.m. Aug. 13. Largo Public Library, 120 Central Park Drive. Using a case study approach, this presentation will explore how you can use traditional resources such as vital records, census records, land records, newspapers, and more to uncover the lives, experiences, and even personalities of our ancestors.
AARP Safe Driver Two-Day Course
1-4 p.m. Aug. 13-14. Safety Harbor Public Library, 101 2nd St. N. Gain the skills and tools needed to drive safely on today’s roads and learn rules and hazards of the road. AARP fee is $20 for members with card/$25 for non-members. Registration is required. Call Safety Harbor Public Library at 727-724-1525 ext. 4107.
Ales & Tales Book Club
6-7 p.m. Aug. 13. Stilt House Brewery, 625 Alt. 19, Palm Harbor. Palm Harbor Library staff conduct an evening book club at Stilt House Brewery. This month, join a discussion of “The Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins. Copies of the book are available at the Circulation Desk. This book club is intended for adults only.
Makers & Shakers Market
6-10 p.m. Aug. 13. St. Petersburg Distillery, 800 31st St. S. Every second Thursday of the month, this lively night market will feature more than 40 local artisans, makers, and small businesses. As a bonus, enjoy live entertainment, food trucks and signature cocktails and mocktails, and distillery tours.www.tampabaymarkets.com
Interactive Walking Ghost Tour
6:30-8:30 p.m. Aug. 13. 501 Central Ave. S, St. Petersburg. St. Petersboo Walking Ghost is produced by the oldest paranormal team in the Tampa Bay area, the SPIRITS of St. Petersburg. It is an interactive tour combining haunted history with paranormal investigation interactions and results. All locations have been investigated by the team and you will have an opportunity to see if they will interact with you. $28.50. https://tinyurl.com/2jp44dnh
Florida West Coast Orchid Society
6:45 p.m. Aug. 13. Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 10891 102nd Ave. N., Seminole. Learn to grow orchids at this monthly meeting. This month’s speaker is Phillip Hamilton, of Bredren Orchids, who will speak on “What’s in a label.” He will bring orchids to sell. All are welcome. There will be a class for beginners that starts at 6-6:30 p.m.
Summer Workshop: Let’s Try AI
11 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 15. Largo Public Library, 120 Central Park Drive. Learn how to use Artificial Intelligence step-by-step. This workshop covers how to work with AI, plain and simple starting with which version of the tool is best to start with. See how AI can help you in your genealogy and how not to use it. Learn the secret to writing the best prompt to get what you want including for long documents and photo restoration.
Men In Black Concert
4 p.m. Aug. 16. Mt. Moriah AME Church, 722 S. Disston Ave., Tarpon Springs. Join Mt. Moriah for an afternoon of music presented by Sons of Allen. This concert’s theme is “Men stepping out of the shadow.” If you would like to perform as a group or individual, please contact 727-415-1382.
Words & Wine Book Club
6-8 p.m. Aug. 17. Whistle Stop Grill & Bar, 915 Main St., Safety Harbor. Come and enjoy a discussion of this month’s book, “Wild Dark Shore” by Charlotte McConaghy over a glass of wine. This book club meets the third Monday of each month.
Dance Social with Pankaj Gupta
5:30-7:30 p.m. Aug. 18. Imagine Museum, 1901 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. This energetic evening combines dance instruction, social connection, and culture in a unique museum setting. Guests will learn Salsa On1 with experienced instructor Pankaj Gupta before enjoying an open social dance session featuring salsa, bachata, and kizomba. Free for museum members, $10 for non-members. https://tinyurl.com/5fv94u4b
Surreal Pet Portrait Painting
6-9 p.m. Aug. 18. The Dalí Museum, One Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg. Create a timeless black-and-white portrait of your furry friend. Using a value scale and a paint-by-numbers approach, you’ll transform a favorite pet photo into a unique acrylic painting on a 10-inch square canvas. $50-$60. https://tinyurl.com/yee4v6sm