Femme Visuale: Ina Kaur
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Get lucky: How to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day around the bay
The region has many food and drink events planned for St. Paddy’s before bed and after dark.
TBBW 2016: Multiple breweries land Best Florida Beer accolades
Here’s a quick breakdown of the victors from this year’s Best Florida Beer Championships.
The good fight: a conversation with Planned Parenthood CEO Cecile Richards
For Cecile Richards, 2016 is a year of milestones. It marks her tenth year as president of Planned Parenthood, the well-known and oft-embattled women’s healthcare provider. It’s also the organization’s centennial. In town recently to help a Sarasota facility celebrate its 50th, and to attend an event for Democratic presidential frontrunner Hillary Clinton, she sat…
Shut out: is Florida’s closed primary system bad for democracy?
All Duane Pike wanted to do was cast his vote. It was a primary election years ago, and the Vietnam veteran had just moved to the state. But because of his party affiliation, or lack thereof, he was stuck with a ballot featuring names of people he had no clue about. “They said, ‘Well, you…
TBBW 2016: Hunahpu’s Hangover Day taps into Tampa
This year, the Dunedin-based Beer Week tradition will expand to 7venth Sun’s new Tampa location.
American Stage chooses Jim Sorensen to help usher in a new era
Changes are afoot at St. Petersburg’s venerable theater company.
More abortion restrictions in the cards for Florida
Activists took to social media Wednesday to rail against a proposed law that would further limit women's access to safe abortion and adequate health care. They were protesting the passage of a bill by the Florida Senate on Wednesday that could be devastating to Planned Parenthood and other reproductive health clinics that perform abortions in…
Spaghetti Warehouse set to remain open in Tampa
The iconic Tampa restaurant has reconsidered its decision to leave Ybor Square.
In Miami, Fiorina endorses Ted Cruz
At a rally for Ted Cruz in South Florida Wednesday morning, Carly Fiorina — you remember, the former HP exec who wanted to be president — announced that she's backing the hard-right Texas Senator for in his bid for the GOP nomination. It was a bit of a surprise move, and it comes in the…
TBBW 2016: Pair O’ Dice serves up Florida pickin’s in a glass
A variety of fresh fruit-infused brews were released at Clearwater’s Pair O’ Dice Brewing Tuesday.
Yaqui, come home: Big Ray’s owner plans Teepee Taco next door
Food and ancestry will intertwine at Nick Cruz’s latest restaurant in Tampa.
Restaurant review: Drama Burger has drama, indeed
From appetizers to dessert, Tampa’s Drama Burger presents theatrical flavors in a fun setting.
Tonight in live music: Twin Limb, Au Revoir
A look at two noteworthy acts hitting town this Wed., March 9; audio and video included.
On the Sauce: Strawberry-Pineapple Mimosa
Take advantage of the season’s bounty, Florida strawberries, with this four-ingredient cocktail.
The Laugh Tract — Who’s Bringing the Funny
AC/DC impressions, Italian humor, and a funny benefit for not-funny causes.
Sh*t happened 3/9/16: Tampa top Spring Break destination, Florida top place to get hit by a car
And what rough beast, its hour come round at last, slouches towards Bethlehem to be born? Oh, it's just another weekend, and it's still three days away. Together, we'll get there. According to data compiled by travel site Oyster, the Tampa Bay area is among U.S. travelers' top 10 Spring Break destinations. Oyster's data seems…
Deconstructed jambalaya, SoCo lemonade on limited-time Marlow’s menus
Tampanians looking for a new way to get their NOLA on can turn to Marlow’s until March 29.
Theater Review: Cash on Delivery
A few hiccups don’t keep this show from making houses laugh.
Concert review: Tony Bennett shows he still knows how to charm a crowd at Mahaffey Theater, St. Petersburg
The 89-year-old veteran crooner dazzled a packed house and proved old fashioned entertainment never goes out of style
Bernie Sanders to hit Tampa hours after Hillary Clinton visit
Florida's presidential preference primary is Tuesday, March 15. That means the majority of viable candidates are going to be bouncing around the state, which many deem crucial, over the next several days. Sen. Marco Rubio dropped by the Tampa Convention Center Monday night, and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton will hang out in Ybor…
Lasagna fans line up for one last Spaghetti Warehouse meal
Patrons shared memories of Spaghetti Warehouse celebrations and pasta lunches past.
Theater Review: Stupid Fucking Bird
Five fucking stars.
National Pancake Day: How to get a free stack
Until 7 p.m. Tuesday, IHOP is serving complimentary short stacks for National Pancake Day.
Reasons to Watch: the Antichrist, Sex angels, and Bob the drag queen
There are times when it gets hard to distinguish good from evil. Not today, Satan. Not today.
Seeing orange: New, returning competitors heat up Top Local Chef
The not-so-secret ingredient chefs must use for this year’s Top Local Chef? Valencia oranges.
Sh*t happened 3/8/16: Howard Frankland pileup, state budget reached, Pasco rebranding U.S. 19
Happy International Women's Day! Celebrate with respect and tacos. Now, the bad news. Well, we now know who to thank for the 10-car wreck that shut down eastbound Howard Frankland for hours yesterday morning: a 62-year-old man who was seen traveling at a high rate of speed and switching lanes repeatedly, and had a blow-out…
CL on the Road review: A look back at Okeechobee Music Festival in South Florida
“We are the first Okee-beings!”
Rage against … well, whatever, really
Ever just wanna break some shit? Like, with a crowbar? And there be no repercussions? Of course you do, because getting angry and feeling destructive happens, and sometimes chilling the fuck out just doesn’t cut it. Pretty soon you won’t have to bottle up that rage anymore, or even destroy your own stuff, because there…
Ahead of Florida’s make-or-break primary, Rubio Rallies in Tampa
Eight days before Florida's ever-important March 15 presidential primary, Republican presidential contender and U.S. Senator from Florida Marco Rubio held a rally at the Tampa Convention Center. Fresh off a big win in Puerto Rico, Rubio was greeted by a jubilant gathering of around 400 supporters and local and national media. The visit took place…
Weekly Tune-Up: Tunes for your week by Kendrick Lamar, Miike Snow, M83, Iggy Pop + more
A playlist of 15 tunes to launch you into the week. Spotify playlist included.
Land O’ Lakes Winery to release wine brand this month
A party will help commemorate Land O’ Lakes Winery’s anniversary and own brand of wine.
Shots fired: Screaming Hand opening reception at Bloom, 3/5/16
St. Pete’s skate culture-inspired blowout showed how art, music and sports continue to cross-pollinate.
Tonight in live music: Machine Gun Kelly, Antje Duvekot, Tony Bennett
Three noteworthy artists are playing Tampa Bay this Mon., March 7, in hip hop, folk and pop-jazz veins.
Sh*t happened 3/7/16: Spaghetti Warehouse out, OJ trial back in, St. Pete golf course landing
It was truly a beautiful weekend, one of those strung-together series of gorgeous days unbroken by poor weather or catastrophe. And how do we celebrate its passing, honor its fleeting presence in our all-too-empty lives? By going back to the cubicle, of course! FRIDAY, MARCH 4: After nearly three decades, Ybor City restaurant (and CL…
CD review: Face to Face, Protection
The Cali punk act’s ninth full-length finds it back in fine form.
Hillary Clinton to rock Tampa like a hurricane Thursday
You don't have any plans Thursday, do you? No? Good. Because according to her campaign, former Secretary of State and current Democratic presidential frontrunner Hillary Clinton plans to campaign in Tampa that day, though details of her visit are as yet scant. We suppose she'll swing by her campaign's recently opened Ybor digs, but who…
Shots fired: Wet Nurse with Permanent Makeup, Broom Closet at The Bends, St. Petersburg
The beloved Orlando group came west on Fri., March 4, for a memorable record release celebration.
TBBW 2016: Brew Bus wins Ultimate Brewer face-off
Using random ingredients, 13 breweries offered special suds at a Chopped-style battle Friday.
Measuring Spoons for the Immeasurable
Three artists narrate the flow of passing time in a show at the MFA.
Fun we had: Contain It! and Trashy Treasures
Have the fun we had a day later at Contain It!
This Saturday in live music: Reggae Rise Up Festival, The Moody Blues, Southern Culture on the Skids + more
Lots of concerts happening on this Sat., March 5.
Do This: St. Pete arts Saturday — Artists of Historic Kenwood Studio Tour & PATTERNS by Chad Mize
St. Pete is the place for local-art fans, with a couple of worthwhile events.
Good night, sweet prince: Ben Carson drops out
Well, guys, we regret to inform you, but it's official: The fruit salad of our lives has one less banana. Ben Carson's quest for the presidential nomination, according to NBC News, is officially no mas. The famed surgeon announced the news during the annual Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) and after weeks of barely registering in…
Concert review: The Zombies’ stop in Clearwater features a killer lineup, trip through time
The iconic band proved they’ve still got chops to spare, and plenty of material beyond “Time of the Season.”
Nude Nite 2016: Pics from the Mad Menagerie
It’s part art, part circus, and part hipster bar. Go.
Bravo to the USF Spring Dance Concert
Straying from the un-understandable, USF dancers give great show
Weekend Platter: Strawberry events, drinks with your dog & more
Enjoy strawberry-inspired tastes, learn the art of tea and more with these five food and drink picks.
Vote right now! CL Writing Contest voting closes today
Have you chosen your favorites yet? Check out the top 10 stories and poems at cltampa.com/writingcontest, then vote right away — because voting closes at 5 p.m. today. We'll announce the winners of both the readers' and the judges' prizes at a reading on Mar. 16 in CL Space, and the winning stories and poems will…
Longtime Ybor Square restaurant Spaghetti Warehouse announces closing
Wednesday will be the Warehouse’s last day in what was once the world’s largest cigar factory.
Sh*t happened 3/4/16: St. Pete noise ordinance, medical marijuana bill, Pasco crime
Welcome to Friday, a day that's up there with laughter and Xanax as one of the best medicines. The St. Pete City Council adopted changes to the city's noise ordinance, including new rules for the positioning of venues' outdoor speakers. Because we want a vibrant, bustling nightlife to attract young creatives to our city —…
Zootopia: Big themes
Adults will love it, but will kids?
Tonight in live music: Willie Nelson, Wet Nurse Album Release Party, The Goddamn Gallows + more
A look at concert highlights for this Fri., March 4, along with a peek at the weekend ahead.
So-called pastor protection bill heads, sigh, to Governor Scott’s desk
Silly season is clearly upon us. Nationally, the race for the presidency is captivating, much in the way a cat video captures our attention. Apparently not one to feel left out of the madness, the Florida legislature, known for its own ludicrous nonsense at times, passed a controversial bill dubbed the ‘Pastor Protection Act’ Thursday, which means…
We aint afraid of no ghost(busters)
If you’ve worried the new Ghostbusters would suck, watch this. Just do it.
Romney calls Trump “phony” and “fraud”
Donald J. Trump doesn't give a shit what his party's powers-that-be think, which is probably why they're going after him with their biggest guns in the wake of his success on Super Tuesday. On Thursday, former GOP presidential candidate Mitt Romney slammed Trump and urged Republicans not to vote for him. "This is the very…
Creative Pinellas has $100,000 to give artists and art organizations
Pinellas arts organizations and artists may apply.
Grant funding available in Gulfport
Got volunteers? Get funded.
Clinton Tampa HQ opens in Ybor to throngs of enthused supporters
To Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn, the city's significance in presidential elections is huuuge. "You are standing in ground zero of American politics," he told a diverse crowd gathered around the steps of Ybor City's Cuban Club Wednesday. "This is where presidents get picked. Right here in Ybor City, right here in Tampa, right here in…
Rayzilla’s Dreamboats present 10 Earflix at Skipper’s Smokehouse, Tampa
The album release show is hosted by WMNF and features warm-up from Gumbi Ortiz & Electrik Rendezvous, WAHH, Maggie Council and Ed Woltil, and Ronny Elliott.
Sh*t happened 3/3/16: Cockfighting is the new black
It's Thursday, the hardest day, the day before the best workday. You're still hungover from the bender you went on after Super Tuesday. Let's just blow this out real quick, and go get a bacon cheeseburger. The "Pastor protection bill," a wholly unnecessary piece of legislation brought to you by the people who constantly rail…
Super Tuesday hangover: We’re next, Florida. Can we handle the traffic?
The returns came in excruciatingly slowly for our anxious millennial tastes. The analysis/speculation seemed to shoot out in every direction; it needed a glass of pinot noir to slow it down. But by the end of the night, Super Tuesday’s outcomes were apparent: people still dig Donald Trump. Lots of them do, for some reason,…
Do This: Disney Fantasia – Live in Concert hits Mahaffey Theater in St. Petersburg tonight
A classical music-animation mash-up.
Tonight in live music: UFO Sex Scene Album Release, FL Strawberry Festival Concert Kick-Off with Josh Turner
A few concerts happening this Thur., March 3.
Flow riders: Hip-hop and skate cultures collide at Tampa Pro
This weekend’s competition at Skatepark of Tampa showcases a cross-pollination of scenes.
Theater Review: Life is Mostly Straws
Words done well. Quite well.
Club sandwich: Sly Bar launches new kitchen, food menu
Patrons may now pair their favorite craft beer or wine with a sandwich at St. Pete’s Sly Bar.
Restaurant review: Selene is likely to succeed
The lively, upscale Selene restaurant in St. Pete Beach shows tremendous potential.
Bobcat Goldthwait: Screaming at the past.
Bobcat Goldthwait is not the guy you remember.
