Unite and conquer
A new cultural group bands together to promote north Pinellas arts.
A TV show about local art and why you should watch.
The Rhythm-N-Hues Show is a canvas for local artists and members of the art community.
Self-Publishing Notebook: Welcome To The Jungle!
Adventures in self-publishing
Your weekend: Have a threesome
Weekend-a-trois!
Do This: Your weekend, ready to go.
Fuck the groundhog. Cold or no cold, you deserve some fun.
Straz’s Next Generation Ballet awarded highest honor
Your weekly dance blog: Ballet on the rise in Florida
Sundance Favorites 2016: Eckerd goes to Park City
Eckerd students and Professor Nate Andersen, went to Sundance and saw (almost) all the things.
Hail, Caesar!: Part mirth, part meh.
Like The Hudsucker Proxy without the jokes or black heart.
Pro-rape dickbag games media, media to continue covering gross things
So raise your hand if you're surprised: A gross human who enjoys garnering attention by speaking loudly about wholly objectionable things says he's going to do something, then cancels said something amid a massive popular backlash — once the initial announcement has done its job of creating exposure and getting people talking. This actually has…
Rays center fielder to tackle 35-ounce ribeye for a cause
Thursday night, Smokey Bones will challenge Kevin Kiermaier to finish new 35-ounce steak dinner.
Geared up: A look at the new Tampa Beer Works
East Tampa’s Tampa Beer Works brewery is focusing on small-batch beer with artisanal flair.
Fun with caucusing: A play-by-play of the Iowa caucus (as viewed from a St. Pete bar)
It’s about 8:00 Monday night. Projected onto the wall of a bar in St. Petersburg’s EDGE District is the televised image of a young bespectacled guy in a grey sweater unfolding small pieces of paper and reading what was written on them. “Donald Trump.” “Marco Rubio.” “Donald Trump.” “Ted Cruz.” “Rand Paul.” Time for a…
Hillsborough County takes first step toward animal abuser registry
It's hard to imagine the mindset of someone who would harm a pet. But in his successful urging of his colleagues to launch an animal abuse registry that could function much like a registry for those convicted of sexual abuse (except that it would include those cruel to animals), Hillsborough County Commissioner Kevin Beckner stressed…
Opening month announced for Brew Bus in Seminole Heights
An update on Brew Bus’s new brewery, tasting room and terminal planned for Tampa.
Hillsborough Commission unanimously passes resolution opposing parts of state pro-fracking bills
Officials at the city and county aren't too happy about a pair of bills in Tallahassee that, in an attempt to legalize and "regulate" the questionable practice of hydraulic fracturing ("fracking") in Florida, would bar local governments from banning the practice within their jurisdictions. The Hillsborough County Commission on Wednesday unanimously passed a resolution calling…
The Laugh Tract — Who’s Bringing the Funny
Send in the clowns!
Five Courses: Home slices in Clearwater, Tampa & more
New pizza and Italian restaurants around the area, plus more in food and drink.
Restaurant review: TamPiz is hard to resist
With pizza and French pastries, Tampa’s TamPiz is uneven but still charming.
On the Sauce: Kombucha Florida Mule
A spin on the traditional Moscow Mule that calls for kombucha and grapefruit.
Updated: Sad pro-rape internet trolls to meet across the globe, including Tampa, to support “pickup artist” Roosh V
By now you've surely seen numerous blog posts about career überdouche Daryush "Roosh V” Valizadeh, famed "pickup artist" (neither words accurately apply) behind chauvinistic site Return of Kings, calling for the legalization of sexual assault on private property. Dude, who tries to perpetuate the idea that women are of lesser intellectual faculties than men, can…
“Sanctuary cities” bill; Styrofoam ban preemption slated for House floor
State lawmakers spent much of Tuesday afternoon moving forward solutions to not-problems facing Florida, namely "sanctuary cities" for undocumented immigrants, food stamp fraud and local bans on Styrofoam. The Florida House of Representatives were giving final nods to bills cleared for the House floor and any amendments made to them. The sanctuary cities bill, sponsored…
Sh*t happened 2/3/16: Times to print Trib, lawmakers to (maybe) carry at work
Howdy! Welcome to William Shatner Day here in the bay. Here's your midweek round-up of stuff that happened the day before the middle of the week arrived: Among the many amendments added to a controversial open-carry bill making its way through the Florida state legislature was an item allowing licensed lawmakers to carry weapons on…
Tonight in live music: Black Violin, Cradle of Filth, Radio Birds + more
A look at some concerts happening on this Wed., Feb. 3
Valentine’s Day: Classic, unconventional ways to celebrate
However you wish to spend V-Day, the Bay area has something for you and your sweetheart(s).
Joy ride: Fascinating characterizations drive August Wilson’s Jitney
Fascinating characterizations drive the eighth play in August Wilson’s Century Cycle.
PostSecret Tampa
PostSecret creator Frank Warren talks about his show at the Straz and shares a few secrets of his own.
Of course Florida lawmakers want to keep cities from passing styrofoam bans
What would a bill in the State House that deals with a number of mundane agricultural and consumer issues be without a last-minute attempt to undermine home rule and environmental sustainability? Well, state lawmakers apparently will never know. Last week, as they debated House Bill 7007, the bill's sponsor, Lithia Republican Jake Raburn, added an…
Coming right up: Mardi Gras merriment around the region
A working guide to this year’s Fat Tuesday celebrations — everything from tastes to parades.
Sh*t happened 2/2/16: Iowa Caucuses, pipe bombs, defecated pants, groundhog meteorologist
Two days into the second month of the year — the dead of winter, in other words — and we're back to tank tops and flip-flops. El Nino's publicity team is either very good or very evil. So Iowa happened last night. Clinton reportedly edged out Sanders, Cruz reportedly topped Trump (this after Trump encouraged…
Kriseman raises Carter G. Woodson flag to honor Black History Month
Monday morning marked the dawn of the 40th year that we've been observing Black History Month. To commemorate that milestone, St. Petersburg Mayor Rick Kriseman raised a flag featuring the likeness of Dr. Carter G. Woodson, the progenitor of the concept and namesake of a history museum in the city, over City Hall. “I hope…
Weekly Tune-Up: Tunes for your week by Bloc Party, HAERTS, Nevermen & more
A playlist of 15 tunes to launch you into the week. Spotify playlist included.
New St. Pete Brass Tap to throw grand opening parties
This week and the next, Tyrone Square’s Brass Tap will celebrate its premiere with special events.
Sh*t happened 2/1/16: Monkey lady dies, treasure hunter missing, screw the Super Bowl
Ugh. Monday again. But look up there! It's a monkey! Monkeys are awesome. FRIDAY, JAN. 29: A woman was found dead in a North Port motel along with two live capuchin monkeys in pet crates, and "an incoherent man." And barely moved the needle on the Florida-o-meter. A man who says he stashed $2 million…
Tonight in live music: Jukebox the Ghost, Pre-International Noise Fest Showcase
A few concerts happening this Mon., Feb. 1.
Concert review: John Prine stages a memorable performance at Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater
The legendary folk/country singer-songwriter played to a near-capacity crowd
Your New Guide to Tampa’s Dance Scene
What you need and want to know about dance in the area.
Reasons to binge watch: Muppets, succubus and pigeons in bikinis
A healthy serving of weekly TV bingeing guaranteed to meet your dietary needs.
Gasparilla Parade 2016: Jose Gaspar gives up the booty!
Pirates, princesses, and party people took over the streets of Tampa for Gasparilla 2016.
Cards Against Humanity as psychological profiling tool
By now, I’m sure most of you have played, or at least are aware of the game Cards Against Humanity: A Party Game for Horrible People. If not, all you need to know is that it’s a Q & A card game, and the writers of the game aim to make the cards as “despicable…
Slamdance Documentary Highlights: Los Punks and Million Dollar Duck
Punk rock and stamps
This Saturday in live music: Awkward Age, Naughty By Nature, The Gun Hoes + more
Some concerts happening this Sat., Jan. 30.
Do This: Tampa Bay Toy Expo
Tampa Bay Toy Expo Sat., Jan. 30, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $5 plus convenience charge. Hilton Garden Inn Tampa North, 13305 Tampa Oaks Blvd., Tampa. tampabaytoyexpo.com. Ever wish you could spend the day in a room packed with toys like you did when you were a kid (or, come on, like yesterday)? The second annual Tampa…
Anti-fracking rally planned for Monday
It's 2016, and somehow there is still debate over whether it's a good idea to crack open the earth's crust in search of substances we can use for fuel. Here in Florida, the legislature is weighing a bill that would in essence make it legal for oil and gas companies to conduct hydraulic fracturing ("fracking")…
Your weekend, ready to go.
Make the magic happen between now and that Monday morning alarm.
Odessa’s Wild Rover relocating, Rover’s Return moving in
Rover’s Return Pub will celebrate its debut and the Wild Rover’s expansion with a party Saturday.
Do This: Get your Gaspar on.
Seriously, Tampa. Go get some beads!
Weekend Platter: Five alternatives to Gasparilla
Kumquat-inflected tastes, ‘cue for a cause and other food and drink picks for the Gasparilla averse.
Crist campaign tries to fund-raise on Rubio debate dig
Apparently someone on Charlie Crist's campaign staff stayed awake for last night's Trumpless GOP debate, the last one for the GOP's presidential hopefuls before Monday's Iowa caucus. On Friday morning, the Democratic congressional candidate's people sent out an email that referenced a comment Crist's former Senate opponent, Sen. Marco Rubio, made about him, though it…
Sausage fest — er, votes on multiple gun bills — due on State House floor
The Florida legislature's favorite topic of discussion, the degree to which civilians should be able to display and utilize firearms, is set for a showdown on the floor of the Florida House of Representatives, the more conservative wing of the state legislature. Three bills are set for discussion before the full house: one on open…
Sh*t happened 1/29/16: Amber Alert worked, lawyer disbarred, internet spammer not publicly executed
It's almost pirate party time. But before you completely stop pretending to work today, let's look back at yesterday's news. You probably saw that Amber Alert come over your phone — well, the two St. Pete siblings were found unharmed in Madison after being abducted by their mother, thanks to said Amber Alert and a…
Dark & Sinful: Whitewash or blackout?
Oh, Hollywood. Always the drama. Oscar Boycott 2016: Several black actors, actresses, directors, and producers have said they will not attend this year’s Academy Awards ceremony on February 28 because the vast majority of nominees, in every category, are white. Will and Jada aren’t going. Spike Lee isn’t going. Nick Cannon isn’t going. (Wait. Was…
Transforming Tampa Bay: Treasure hunt
We human beings have an inbred desire for discovery. We’re hard-wired to love exploration. We seek new places and new experiences. Well, some savvy souls have cooked up a way to feed this thirst, with the side benefit of opening our eyes to our surroundings, both natural and manmade. Geocaching is the term of art…
Local food, family fun set for The Deuces’ Sunday fest
Several eats, art and live music will come together during a St. Pete block party on The Deuces.
Iggy Pop readies new album, plans tour with one Florida stop
The still raw and powerful Pop teams with Josh Homme & company.
Sh*t happened 1/28/16: Iffy Florida tourism gambit, Waffle House has a heart
Are we happy that Thursday is almost Friday, or frustrated that it isn't Friday? We can learn a lot about ourselves when we examine our perspectives. Or not. Whatever, I'm not a licensed therapist. Rick Scott and the FDOT sent more than a dozen dump trucks northward to help Washington DC dig out of last…
State lawmakers could run out of ideas for undermining the poor; we’re here to help
Having no money sucks. Especially in Florida. As progressive municipalities pass laws that require companies to pay workers a living wage or hold employers accountable for wages unlawfully withheld, state lawmakers are trying to block them from passing such laws, though a recent attempt to do so failed in the State Senate. The same legislators…
Primary school: USF St. Pete poli sci class to get a firsthand glimpse of N.H. primary
It’s hard to imagine a Ted Cruz fan and a Bernie Sanders supporter sitting at the same table without getting into a heated debate about the two U.S. Senators-turned-presidential hopefuls’ two extremely disparate worldviews. But there they were. Sanders supporter Emily Thatcher, a senior and political science major at University of South Florida, and her…
Tonight in live music: Bully, Colin Hay, Salute to Duke Ellington
A look at some shows happening this Thurs., Jan. 28.
Obituary presents the inaugural Florida Metal Festival this Saturday
Tampa’s death metal vets play The Cuban Club with 10 other acts that include Deicide and Madball.
Charmed by The Shat… William Shatner, that is.
The iconic star turns on the charm while discussing the one-man show that brings him to Mahaffey Theater on Feb. 3.
