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All Princesses and Pirates are Cordially Invited …

Filed under Sept. 2012 Events by whatsdo2 on September 14, 2012 at 3:02 am {no comments}

Time: 2-4 p.m.
Date: Saturday, September 22, 2012
Location: Tyrone Square Mall
Cost: FREE
Info: (727) 345-0126; Tyrone Square Mall Website

What’s Doing?
The Tyrone Square Mall Kidgits Club officially summons all pirates and princesses to attend their annual Princess & Pirate Party! Guests will receive goody bags filled with treasure. The party will feature games, crafts and fun with The Radio Disney Road Crew.

Even Better! Dress as your favorite Pirate or Princess to receive a special prize!

Address:
Tyrone Square Mall
6901 Tyrone Square
St. Petersburg, FL 33710

RELATED EVENTS:
1. Find more Talk Like a Pirate Day 2012 events taking place in Tampa Bay.
2. Check the WDTB Calendar for more upcoming events.

Image courtesy of Simon Tyrone Square Mall.

Simon Kidgits Country Jamboree and Barnyard Bash & Kidgits Play Place Grand Re-opening

Filed under July 2012 Events by whatsdo2 on July 13, 2012 at 9:24 am {no comments}

Time: 2-4 p.m.
Date: Saturday, July 21, 2012
Location: Tyrone Square Mall (Kidgit’s Play Place)
Cost: FREE; Special gift for Simon Kidgits Club® members ($5 annual membership fee)
Info: (727) 345-0126; Website

What’s Doing?
It’s a double-header of family fun at Tyrone Square! Join friends for a Country Jamboree and Barnyard Bash near the Kidgits Play Place, and enjoy an afternoon of games, country dance music and more. At the beginning of the Barnyard Bash, the Grand Re-opening of the Kidgits Play Place will take place. Simon Kidgits Club members will receive a goody bag with additional country prizes.

NOTE: The Kidgits Play Place, located near JC Penney, will be closed from July 16-20 for a complete remodel.

Address:
Tyrone Square Mall
6901 22nd Avenue North
St. Petersburg, FL 33710

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Simon Kidgits Club® Offers Perks for Kids
Simon Kidgits Club® is a membership club for children. For a $5/child annual membership fee, kids will receive:
— Special Kigits Club® events throughout the year at your local Simon Mall
— FREE goodies at events
— A chance to spin the prize wheel during every visit to the mall
— A birthday gift
— Special offers and discounts
— VIP treatment at mall functions
— A T-shirt
— A Simon Kidgits Club® Membership Card

You can sign up online or sign up at the Mall during this event.

The Simon Kidgits Barnyard Bash logo image belongs to Simon®.

The Pier Hosts Beach Party w/Tampa Bay Water Ski Show Team Performing

Filed under June 2012 Events by whatsdo2 on June 27, 2012 at 4:51 am {no comments}

Time: 12-10 p.m.
Date: Saturday, June 30, 2012
Location: The Pier
Cost: FREE admission; PARKING: You can park in either of the two parking lots at The Pier, or on The Pier approach.
Info: (727) 821-6443; Website; St. Pete Pier on Twitter

What’s Doing?
Stop by The Pier for a Beach Party featuring performances by The Tampa Bay Water Ski Show Team on the north side of The Pier at 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. There will also be beach music provided by Jonny Reno’s (12-6 p.m.), and DJ Rob Morey (6-10 p.m.) will spin favorite tunes from the Beach Party era.

Even Better! FREE beach balls and crazy sunglasses will be available in the late afternoon.

Address:
The Pier
800 2nd Avenue Northeast
St. Petersburg, FL 33701

Flags image is from The Pier. Water ski image from The Tampa Bay Water Ski Show Team.

Digging Dinos & Great Beginnings Grand Opening!

Filed under Crafts for Kids, June 2012 Events by whatsdo2 on June 10, 2012 at 4:03 pm {no comments}

Prenoceratops Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Date: Saturday, June 16, 2012
Location: Great Explorations Children’s Museum
Cost: FREE for museum members and children under 1, or included with regular admission: $10/person, $9/senior (55+)
Info: (727) 821-8992; Website; Facebook Event Page

Digging Dinos event at Great Explorations Children's Museum What’s Doing?
Enjoy dino-digging, dino-crafts and delicious dino-treats!

Even Better! Also happening today at the Museum is the Great Beginnings Grand Opening!
Join staff and guests at 11 a.m. for this exciting exhibit grand opening.

Address:
Great Explorations Children’s Museum
1925 4th Street North
St. Petersburg, FL 33704

Free dinosaur images from Science Kids: Fun Science & Technology for Kids.

Combine Job Hunting with Family Fun at Universal Health Care’s Family Open House

Filed under June 2012 Events by whatsdo2 on June 5, 2012 at 3:38 am {no comments}

Time: 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Date: Saturday, June 9, 2012
Location: Universal Health Care Corporate Office
Cost: FREE
Info: (866) 690-4842; Website

What’s Doing?
Universal Health Care is looking for Leadership (Supervisor, Manager, Director & VP) and Technology candidates, and while you’re there showing them you resumé, they want to show you why they were voted a top place to work in 2011 and 2012.

If you’re a senior executive or industry professional looking for a new career, bring your resumé and your family to this career fair. The event will offer:
— Bounce house
— Popcorn
— Hot dogs
— Managers on-site for interviews

Address:
Universal Health Care Corporate Office
100 Central Avenue
St. Petersburg, FL 33701

Ranger Rick Night at Chick-fil-A in Tyrone Square Mall

Filed under Crafts for Kids, June 2012 Events by whatsdo2 on May 29, 2012 at 4:50 am {no comments}

Time: 5-7 p.m.
Date: Monday, June 4, 2012
Location: Chick-fil-A at Tyrone Square Mall (Food Court)
Cost: The activities are FREE, you pay only for your food and Icedream
Info: (727) 381-2066; Facebook Event Page

What’s Doing?
Enjoy some “check in” time with your kids. Bring the family together for dinner at Chick-fil-A at Tyrone Square and enjoy some fun activities and a FREE magazine. Learning Express Toys will host crafts and games, get hugs and pictures with the Chick-fil-A Cow, pick up some coloring pages, enjoy FREE toppings for your Icedream, and get a Ranger Rick magazine (while supplies last).

Even Better! You can enter to win a FREE subscription to Ranger Rick magazine.

Address:
Chick-fil-A in Tyrone Mall
2257 Tyrone Square
Saint Petersburg, FL 33710

The Ranger Rick magazine cover image belongs to the National Wildlife Federation. You can subscribe to the magazine online.
Chick-fil-A Kid’s Meal image courtesy of Chick-fil-A.

Paint Me A Story

Filed under May 2012 Events by whatsdo2 on May 12, 2012 at 2:27 pm {no comments}

Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Date: Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Location: Practically Pikasso
Cost: $15/child, $10/each additional child (NOTE: Cost includes story time, studio fee and pottery piece!)
Info: (727) 822-5204; Facebook Event Page; Book Online (Online Coupon – KNO5)

What’s Doing?
Bring your preschooler (age 2-5) for some creative fun. The event begins with a story time featuring the book What Makes A Rainbow? Following the story, each child will be able to paint their very own character from the story.

Address:
Practically Pikasso
1912 4th Street North
Saint Petersburg, FL 33704

Rainbow illustration by Lee Hansen Graphics .

FREE Art Friday

Filed under Freebies, May 2012 Events by whatsdo2 on April 26, 2012 at 4:03 am {no comments}

Time: There is no set time for this event (Art will be left in various locations at random times throughout the day)
Date: Friday, May 4, 2012
Location: Art will be distributed in a range of locations, primarily in downtown St. Petersburg (see the 600 Block of Central Avenue specifically, and in the broader area between 7th Street and Beach Drive, and between 1st Avenue N. and 1st Avenue S.); Distribution times will vary throughout the day and evening
Cost: FREE
Info: Facebook Event Page

What’s Doing?
Artists will create a painting, sketch, sculpture or installation and leave it in a public place or on the street to picked up by anyone who wants it. Finders are invited to e-mail the artist; Artists include a website or e-mail address on the art somewhere so finders can get in touch.

NOTE: Finders are asked to limit their take to one piece of art. If you find something you like better, just swap out so that more people can enjoy the thrill of finding a special piece of art, too.

Address:
600 Block Art District
600 Central Avenue
St. Petersburg, FL 33701

26th Annual Green Thumb Festival

Filed under Oct. 2010 Events by whatsdo2 on April 26, 2012 at 12:12 am {one comment}

Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Date: Saturday, April 28, 2012 & Sunday, April 29, 2012
Location: Walter Fuller Park
Cost: FREE admission and parking on-site; Trees available for sale for $3; Purchase food/beverages in the food court
Info: (727) 893-7441; Website

What’s Doing?
This annual plant and landscape festival celebrates Arbor Day, hosting more than 100 garden, plant and flower vendors and exhibitors. Plus, you will find something for all ages to enjoy:
— FREE Pine seedlings
— FREE Butterfly plants (500 each day)
— FREE mulch
— Entertainment
— Children’s crafts
— Children’s Plant Fair (9 a.m.-3 p.m.)
— Garden railroad display
— Plant auction
— Garden Club of St. Petersburg Flower Show
— Diagnostic clinic (bring soil and water samples)
— A recycling rally
… and more!

Address:
Walter Fuller Park
7891 26th Avenue North
St. Petersburg, FL 33710

5th Annual Painting in the Park

Filed under Oct. 2010 Events by whatsdo2 on April 25, 2012 at 7:48 am {no comments}

Time: 1-4 p.m.
Date: Sunday, April 29, 2012
Location: Museum of Fine Arts
Cost: FREE activities on the North Lawn; Regular admission applies for Museum exhibits
Info: (727) 896-2667; Website

What’s Doing?
Enjoy activities on the North Lawn for FREE, including fun painting activities involving flip-flops, tricycles, kites and more. You can also catch the final day of the “Ancient Egypt—Art and Magic” exhibit (you must purchase admission to the museum to view the exhibit).

NOTE: Children must be accompanied by adults at all times.

Address:
Museum of Fine Arts
255 Beach Drive
St. Petersburg, FL 33701