Six TV shows worth watching in 2014
2014 was a particularly strong year for TV, even without Breaking Bad.
New owners take over A Taste For Wine next year
Beloved St. Pete wine bar A Taste For Wine will get new ownership after 19 years with its current.
Sh*t happened 12/23/14: No gay marriage licenses in the Bay, Satanism in the Capitol and more
Shatterton slouched into a chair on the other side of the desk, and asked the recorder to tell him about Monday. "I'll tell you about Monday, on one condition," said the recorder, through the smoke. "You gotta promise to think about it. You gotta promise to learn." Pinellas Clerk of Court Ken Burke said that…
Tonight in live music: Eighth Annual Brokenmold Holiday Party
FayRoy, Michael Parallax, Supros and Bellows perform on this night (media included)
Edible masterpieces: Locals compete in gingerbread art battle
St. Pete Beach’s annual Gingerbread House Event featured landmarks made of biscuit-y goodness.
Could it be…Satan? Fallen angel display up in Capitol today
A holiday diorama created by the Satanic Temple has been on display in the state Capitol building's rotunda for several hours now, and, probably to the surprise of the end-days set, the sky has yet to open up with fiery rain or a locust swarm. Created by two members of the group who live in…
CL called out on comedy coverage — our response
Someone didn’t use that pointing finger to click on our many comedy links before hurling accusations.
Concert review: Fleetwood Mac lands at Amalie Arena in Tampa
The rumors are indeed true: with Christine McVie’s return, the Mac is back and better than ever
The Laugh Tract — who’s bringing the funny
Nikki Carr is at Side Splitters Sunday night. 'Tis the season for comedy, but not quite as much as we normally get. Christmas Eve and Christmas Day are fun times to spend with family, but not at a comedy club. No shows those nights. But there are still plenty of stand-up options the rest of…
Do This: Comical holiday shows in St. Pete
Two irreverent holiday shows get you in the spirit while offering some chuckles.
Sh*t happened 12/22/14: Gay marriage, Pinellas DUI clampdown, Bucs lightning & more
The final weekend before the date on which we celebrate the birth of the King of Peace was absolutely great for one moment Friday evening; then it all went, well, back to normal, unfortunately. FRIDAY, DEC. 19 The Supreme Court rejected Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi's motion to delay the start of gay marriages in…
Tonight in live music: 93.3 FLZ’s Jingle Ball with Fall Out Boy, Demi Lovato, Pharrell & many more
All the Top 40 pop stars you could ever want to see land at Amalie Arena this Mon., Dec. 22
High Court spurns Bondi; same-sex marriage imminent
In a 7-2 decision Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court denied Florida's request for a stay on same-sex marriage, following a federal judge's decision that the state’s ban is unconstitutional. The request to extend the delay, of course, came from Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi. U.S. District Judge Robert Hinkle’s Aug. 21 ruling struck down the…
A Sunday itinerary for foodies: Mercado market, more
Red Mesa Mercado’s market, a Local Buds holiday meet and Rapp’s potluck are your Sunday plans.
St. Pete’s Il Ritorno to expand after year in operation
Additional outdoor seating will accommodate more Il Ritorno devotees next year.
Now & later: Christmas affairs with restos-on-wheels
Chow on food truck fare at these two Christmas-y celebrations in Largo and Madeira Beach.
This weekend in live music: SWIMM, Fleetwood Mac, Yoni Wolf & Astronautalis + more
Concerts this Sat.-Sun., Dec. 20-21
On the menu: Kelly’s in Dunedin turns 25
Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the come one, come all staple that is Kelly’s Friday.
The Well-Played List Best of 2014 Round-Up: from Hookworms to Wye Oak to Alt-J & more
Year-ending music picks by WPL’s crew of local tastemakers
Sh*t happened 12/19/14: Rays proposal stalled, FPL fracking & more
You know how in a bunch of superhero, sci-fi and action movies, the bad guy is some sort of evil genius or mad scientist who's on a quest to purge the world of the infection known as the human race? Man, some days, you just wanna stand next to that guy while he's on his…
Tonight in live music: THX-Mas Holiday Party with Underhill Family Orchestra, Cyhi the Prynce & more
Concerts this Fri., Dec. 19
Asshat defaces 600 Block murals
One of the reasons so many people support the idea of having murals on nearly every possible surface in the city is that — in addition to being gorgeous and invigorating — they are supposed to prevent vandalism. Well, apparently, some jerk is taking to the florid external walls along downtown St. Pete's storied 600…
Skeptical council tells Rays where they can shove their stadium agreement
It was a discussion most lawyerly Thursday night as city and baseball officials discussed the fate of baseball in St. Pete. In the end, baseball lost the game. Citing concern over what could be a raw deal for the city, the St. Petersburg City Council voted 5-3 to reject a memorandum of understanding (or, agreement)…
Page Turners: Tampa Bay’s weekly literary happenings
Pick up the mic at Oral Fixation, catch a dramatic holiday reading at the Seminole Heights Library, and practice writing in the moment with Tampa Free Skool.
Gasparilla Music Festival announces the first round of acts for its 2015 lineup
Gogol Bordello, The Gaslight Anthem and Budos Band are among the highlights so far
Tonight in live music: Gregory Porter, Puddles Pity Party & more
Concerts this Thurs., Dec. 18
The Books Issue: Sonic journeys in nonfiction
Six noteworthy music-related books out in 2014
Poet’s notebook: Let’s hear it for the boy
I too awaited the expected guest. He, the young man carbuncular, arrives, A small house agent’s clerk, with one bold stare, One of the low on whom assurance sits As a silk hat on a Bradford millionaire… When I was in high school, I played on the baseball team, and one shadowless spring day we…
The Books Issue: What’s influencing Tampa Bay’s influencers
Writers write for different reasons. Some aim for the big bucks, Grisham-style, but others simply have something they’re compelled to say, a message they have to send, a lesson they need to teach. The latter isn’t always the most lucrative option, but authors like Kurt Vonnegut, Mark Twain, Aldous Huxley and even (sigh) Ayn Rand…
Tampa punk vet Bob Suren’s new book Crate Digger to be published in June
A local punk-scene stalwart recounts his life to the tune of his favorite records.
