Do This: Sand Mandalas at MFA
Ancient beliefs made into sand art at St. Pete’s Museum of Fine Arts.
Wander for after-hours food no more
A round-up of Tampa Bay kitchens open after 10 p.m. and into the night.
Let’s do dinner: Where to dine out on New Year’s Eve
A guide to New Year’s Eve eating and drinking before the clock strikes midnight.
This Saturday in live music: SWIMM, Marshmello, Reverend Billy C. Wirtz & more
A look at some concerts happening this Sat., Dec. 26.
Sh*t happened 12/24/15: Tim Dorsey TV show, Bartow cop & underage girl, Gyrocopter Man goes for it
Yesterday's news, hurriedly re-scribbled and tossed onto a scarred and sticky desktop in the rush to finish up and beat the traffic. Spend some time away from the intertubes with the people in your life who matter most, and have a safe and merry Christmas, everyone. Sh*t happened will be back after the weekend. Tampa…
The Laugh Tract — Who’s Bringing the Funny
It’s a light week for comedy shows, but don’t give up on the laughs.
Sh*t happened 12/23/15: Jolly helps not-dead vets, Florida still attractive to human tumbleweeds
Hello? Hello? Is anybody out there? While the news cycle and most job productivity is grinding to a halt, here's hoping you're finding something to get into the holiday spirit about. (Hint: you won't find it here.) Actually, here's something to feel a little better — and a lot "well, derf" — about: Pinellas Congressman…
Breakout artist Bekky Beukes’s Pieces come together at Gulfport’s Portspace Gallery
Non-insular, idealistic and on the forefront, Bekky Beukes is a burgeoning icon in the local art scene.
On the Sauce: Irish Espresso
An Irish whiskey-tinged beverage that’s just as good over ice as it is hot.
Do This: Welcome to The Chef’s Table
FarmTable Kitchen’s Chef’s Table will host its traditional Feast of Seven Fishes on Christmas Eve.
The Year in Lists: 10 top performances
These local actors left indelible impressions in 2015.
The Year in Lists: 25 movie haiku
A pithy guide to what’s in theaters this weekend.
Trump still crushes the polls, ‘Lie of the Year’ or not
Earlier this week, fact-checking Web site Politifact rolled up all of Donald Trump's outrageous claims into a ball and gave the real estate magnate-turned-presidential frontrunner their annual Lie of the Year award. In his rebuttal to the piece about his hyperbolic ways, he managed to shovel another heap atop an already large collection of dishonest,…
Charlie Crist sends out nice, nondenominational holiday greeting email
Former Florida Governor and possible future Congressman Charlie Crist sent out a campaign email Tuesday featuring holiday wishes and, as one might expect, a request for money. The subject line for the email read "happy holidays," all in lower case. Here's a screen grab of the body of the email: It's a nice, non-religious note/fundraising…
Gulfport institution Peg’s Cantina closes its doors
After 11 years, the popular Gulfport restaurant and brewpub has called it a day.
This week in live music: Brokenmold Holiday Party with Hank & Cupcakes, New Granada Xmas Night Extravaganza + more
A look at concerts happening Wed., Dec. 23 through Fri., Dec. 25, plus a peek at the weekend ahead.
Cuban cultural delegation visits Tampa Bay area
Following a whirlwind, three-day St. Petersburg visit, Cuba’s cultural and arts delegation spent their final 36 hours in the bay area immersed in local history, art, food and tours of private homes in Tampa and, in particular, Ybor City. Invited by St. Pete Mayor Rick Kriseman, the Dali Museum and the St. Pete Downtown Partnership,…
Sh*t happened 12/22/15: Graham drops, SeaWorld ride doesn’t, racist man upleasant
Listen: You're barely awake, and it's a slow news week, so let's just get to it. Republican presidential candidate Lindsey Graham ended his campaign. Also, in case you didn't know, up until yesterday, Lindsey Graham was running for president. SeaWorld Orlando's Sea Tower ride got stuck, temporarily trapping guests some 400 feet in the air.…
Weekly Tune-Up: 2015 Holiday Edition with Paul McCartney, My Morning Jacket, Frank Sinatra & more
A Tune-Up that features 51 seasonal songs, from traditional to alternative; Spotify playlist included.
Listen/Watch: Dent May, “I’ll Be Stoned for Christmas”
An alternative holiday tune from the psych pop singer-songwriter.
Brew Bus taking over Florida Avenue beer, building
Florida Avenue Brewing space to become Brew Bus’s brewery, tasting room and terminal.
Tonight in live music: Mele Kalikimaka Luau with Twisty Chris & the Puddin’ Packs
Just looking at the title of this Hawaiian-themed solstice/holiday party evokes that scene from National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, where Chevy Chase is staring longingly out the window, imagining a sunny poolside vista in place of his snow-caked neighborhood to the tune of “Mele Kalikimaka.” Google the song, and that particular video clip is the first…
Sh*t happened 12/21/15: Tampa jobs, Democrats debate, Star Wars did well
Hey, see you at the mall after work! FRIDAY, DEC. 18: Tampa Bay is leading the state in job creation, and Rick Scott is totally gonna take credit for the natural cyclical upswing in productivity following a period of recession. Don't buy that shit, people. SATURDAY, DEC. 19: The Democratic presidential candidates debated, and it…
Art washing and the gentrification of arts districts
Some are looking for sustainable solutions for long-lasting homegrown arts communities.
This Saturday in live music: Hallucination Before Christmas, Jingle Ball with 5 Seconds of Summer and others, Pink Talking Fish + more
A look at concerts happening this Sat., Dec. 19
Do This: Top Weekend Events
Bekky Beukes’ stunning paintings, holiday events, “Ya Mo Be There” and more.
Solar Choice amendment prospects looking dim
As we've been reporting for months now, a group of solar energy advocates has had a spot of bother lately. Floridians for Solar Choice (which we once told you to associate with a Rush song as a way to differentiate it) wants to help citizens and business owners use rooftop panels to generate their own…
Clearwater Mall nabs area’s first fast-casual Newk’s
Newk’s Eatery, a “culinary-driven” fast-casual spot, will hold its official debut in Clearwater Monday.
Listen: A$AP Ferg ft. Future, “New Level”
From his upcoming sophomore album, Always Strive and Prosper
Weekend Platter: Local food, Christmas sweaters & more
Holiday gatherings (a couple with adult beverages) and food truck eats, plus more this weekend.
Do This: Ugly sweater parties
Time to see how far you’ll go in the name of anti-fashion.
Concert review: The Weeknd brings sin, good times to Amalie Arena in Tampa
A near sell-out crowd got the PBR&B treatment this past Thurs., Dec. 17.
Sh*t happened 12/18/15: Ferry project stalls, Bucs siphon more county money
It's the Friday edition of Sh*t happened — CL's version of "potted meat food product." While the city of St. Pete has already committed $350K to a ferry pilot project, Tampa is reluctant to come to the table with any financial resources of its own, citing a lack of details about the plan and an…
Tampa city Council approves funding for Raymond James Stadium renovation
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers secured funding for upgrades toward Raymond James Stadium on Thursday morning after a proposal passed the Tampa City Council by a 6-1 vote. The approval will contribute $29 million of local funding towards renovations of the 17-year-old stadium. The City Council was the final hurdle for the team in gaining the…
Do This: Brokenmold’s sixth annual Holiday Comedy Explosion
Four local high area comics hit the New World Brewery stage tonight
Tonight in live music: Jesse Smith Project, Four Year Ventureversary, Greenhouse Lounge & more
A look at concerts happening this Fri., Dec. 18, plus a peek at the weekend ahead.
Marical medijuana amendment gets Supreme Court sign-off for ballot
The second effort to get a constitutional amendment legalizing medical marijuana got a thumbs-up from the Florida Supreme Court Thursday, reports the News Service of Florida. Of course, the effort — which the group People United for Medical Marijuana (same guys as last time) is leading — still needs to collect thousands more signatures, some…
Poet’s Notebook: For crying out loud
It was many and many a year ago, In a kingdom by the sea, That a maiden there lived whom you may know By the name of Annabel Lee… Several friends have noted that, generally speaking, they enjoy hearing poetry when it’s read to them, but not so fond of it on the page. Buying…
HiFi Homebrew owners to open brewery next year
In 2016, Grindhaus Brew Lab will become Clearwater’s new craft brewery inside HiFi Homebrew.
Do This: The “eyes” have it at MFA’s Thursday Porch Party
It’s the Museum of Fine Arts’ final one of the year.
Hillsborough environmental board hopes to slow potentially damaging water permit
As outrage continues to flair over the possible withdrawal of water from a sensitive wetlands area in northeastern Hillsborough County known as Morris Bridge Sink, another group — probably the most important one yet — called the move a bad idea. The Hillsborough County Environmental Protection Commission board asked its staff to seek a delay…
Tonight in live music: The Weeknd, High on Fire, Matisyahu + more
A look at some shows happening this Thurs., Dec. 17
