Free tastings, more in store for Cider Press grand opening
St. Pete’s Cider Press Café will follow up its ribbon cutting with a grand opening bash Oct. 22.
The V Word: Going vegan on a budget
Wallet-friendly hacks, ideas and advice for those looking to go vegan.
Fab cabaret alert! Alan Cumming to headline the Straz in January
Cumming will take Tampa through a roller coaster of emotions on Jan. 24.
The Laugh Tract — Who’s Bringing the Funny
It's not Oddball, but it's still impressive. Last week's Oddball tour was a full slate of headliners on one show. This week the names are spread out across the Tampa Bay area, but the stars shine just as bright. Monty Python and Mel Brooks fans will rejoice at a rare opportunity to see their heroes…
Sh*t happened 10/8/15: Unnecessary anti-gay marriage bill, necessary transparency in Hillsborough, that Real Housewives lady
Ready to Take On The Day(tm)? Great! But first, you've gotta retake the ground humanity lost yesterday, OK? A bill that would allow Florida churches to refuse to perform same-sex marriages passed the House Civil Justice Committee with a 9-4 vote, even though churches in Florida are already legally protected from having to do so,…
On the Sauce: Highland Rita, Ulele
Those standard happy hour margaritas will never taste the same again.
Five Courses: Amalie Arena’s seasoned openers
Five new tastes you gotta try at Amalie Arena this season.
Tampa civilian review board saga continues Thursday
The debate (cough, power struggle) continues to rage between Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn and City Council over a proposed panel aimed at policing the police. There have been developments in the stalemate between the two parties, namely some concessions on the part of the council on the power the board would have (it gave up…
Completely different: CL interviews John Cleese
The comedy legend speaks on Monty Python, A Fish Called Wanda and his tour with Eric Idle.
USF recruiting participants for DBT skills-training therapy
Shake off those stressors and learn about self-acceptance in USF’s new therapy program.
Columbia Restaurant Group to bid on Convention Center food, drink contract
“When you see it, everybody’s gonna think, ‘Wow, what a difference,” Richard Gonzmart said.
Minimum wage challenge nets insights for lawmakers
The first wave of what activists are calling the "minimum wage challenge" is over, and the results are in. Seventeen or 18 politicians across the state agreed to partake in the challenge, which was to live on $17 a day for five days — roughly what someone making $8.05 an hour (minimum wage in Florida)…
Life as we blow it: Apocalypse (not) now
If you’re reading this, the world didn’t end on October 7. Which is, you know, a pretty good deal for a Wednesday. Though if it had happened, it would’ve made that particular Wednesday pretty much one of the most memorable Wednesdays ever. Because let’s face it — Ash Wednesday aside, Wednesdays are generally pretty mundane.…
Watch the audition tape that earned a Tampa guitarist membership in revered punk outfit Propagandhi
Sulynn Hago normally wields the ax for Bay area punks Ink & Sweat
Election Time! (No, not that election – it’s time to vote on Gecko Ball)
Ever seen a Gecko dressed as Little Red Riding Hood? No? How about a gecko in a poodle skirt? Well, then, certainly you've seen geckos dressed like Liza Minnelli? Well, clearly you haven't lived. Good news, though: the Gulfport Merchants Association has handed you a golden opportunity – your chance to decide which of these…
Restaurant review: Found their Way
Southern fare is done up comfort food-style at Largo restaurant The Way.
New in Kenwood: Welcome to Beau & Mo’s
Beau & Mo’s is bringing Chicago Italian cuisine to historic Kenwood in St. Pete.
Sh*t happened 10/7/15: Bucs’ new kicker, Arroyo’s yacht, Bill Young’s legacy
Wednesday! Ugh. After kicking Kyle Brindza loose (Ha! Get it?), the Bucs brought Connor Barth back on board. Pirate-themed jokes were considered — you know, they made him walk the plank but his foot gave out halfway, etc. — but we just thought the direct approach was best. After all, we rib for your pleasure.…
Bubba vs. The Bone, Round 3: Shady Ratings Shenanigans
Bubba’s in trouble after getting caught trying to influence Nielsen ratings.
Tonight in live music: In the Valley Below, Ani DiFranco, MisterWives
A look at three shows happening on this Wed., Oct. 7
All growed up: Drink like it’s 1993 with these cocktails
Tang, Yoo-hoo and Capri Sun? You betcha. Satisfy your inner ’90s kid with three fun drinks.
Sweet surprise: Sea Dog crafts new food-influenced brews for fall
Dreamed up by brewer Robert Baker, five food-inspired beers are pouring at Clearwater’s Sea Dog.
Father-son lawmaker duo calls for (sigh) open carry law, which then clears its first hurdle
When we go for our jog along the St. Pete downtown waterfront, we want to feel safe. We want to be able to display our guns, out in the open, for all to see in case anyone gets the wrong idea because, you know, spandex. We want to see firearms hanging off of other good…
New Tunes Day: Tortoise, Bloc Party, Lettuce & more
A look at some brand new songs and videos, plus a peek at what’s coming out this Fri., Oct. 9.
DVD Review: Dead Rising: Watchtower has zombie noms and army bombs
This video game adaptation is more worthwhile than most.
Sh*t happened 10/6/15: Uber update, Jingle Ball lineup, Libertarian chupacabra
Welcome to Tuesday, which is like Monday, but with tacos and one day later, so that's pretty all right. Looks like there's a bit of a cease-fire in Hillsborough County's ongoing war with ride-sharing service Uber: The Public Transportation Commission hit the pause button on its legal actions against the company as a good-faith gesture…
Tonight in live music: HIROMI: The Trio Project, Dr. John & the Nite Trippers, Kylesa
A trio of diverse shows plays to Tampa Bay this Tue., Oct. 6
freeFall, Stageworks big winners in 2015 Theatre Tampa Bay awards
Five other companies were also recognized at the annual awards show.
South Tampa says Yah Mon to more Caribbean fare
Casual Caribbean dishes are offered at South Tampa’s new Yah Mon restaurant.
Lightning ups their food offerings for upcoming season
Poutine, deviled crab toast and boxties are among the new tastes debuting at Amalie Area.
Sunshine Music & Blues Festival returns for a fourth year with Tedeschi Trucks Band & more
The 2016 edition of the fest features most eclectic lineup yet.
Sh*t happened 10/5/15: Bush gaffes, Pasco drug bust, lawmakers scrimp ‘n’ fail
"The real problem with Monday, Gary, is that it comes after the weekend — I bet nobody would hate Monday if it came before the weekend." "You're a genius, Steve." "You really think so?" "No, Steve. No, I don't." FRIDAY, OCT. 2: Presidential candidate and congenitally wealthy out-of-touch person Jeb(!) Bush pretty much confirmed his…
Tonight in live music: Electric Six with Yip Deceiver
A few indie dance bands with avant tendencies hit Orpheum this Mon., Oct. 5
Cats invade New York in Meow the Jewels video, “Oh My Darling (Don’t Meow)”
Watch the video, then download Meow
Reel Gay — TIGLFF opens with “A Celebration of Queer Cinema”
Films, art and parties are all part of the 9-day film festival.
This Saturday in live music: Rose Quartz, Steve Aoki, Onward Etc. & more
A look at some concerts happening this Sat., Oct. 3
Wayback Burgers, Mellow Mushroom offer newbies on a bun
A Sriracha chicken sandwich and new burgers await at Mellow Mushroom and Wayback Burgers.
SPC sea level rise talks focus on what to do about it, not whether it exists — and you can, too
The collection of local officials, academics and others were aghast at the flooding photos University of Miami geology chair Hal Wanless projected on the walls of a St. Petersburg College conference hall. The photos were taken recently in a Miami Beach neighborhood where the periodic king tide has begun to regularly cause more flooding than ever…
Food battle, demo hits Tarpons Springs fundraiser Saturday
Indulge in Greek specialties at Saturday’s annual Sister Cities Fundraiser in Tarpon Springs.
Weekend Tune-Up: Tunes for your weekend by Drake, RUFUS DU SOL, Fort Lean & more
A playlist of 15 tunes to launch you into the weekend. Spotify playlist included.
Weekend Platter: Grow ‘shrooms, drink with your pup & more
Choose from gourmet fungi, wine at Pasco Pet Fest and other fun foodie events this weekend.
On the menu: Ryan Pines of The Mill leads Cuban cocktail class
Cuban cocktails to be the focus of an Oct. 13 workshop from Ryan Pines at Inkwood Books.
Sh*t happened 10/02/15: Shooting, bears, GOP Florida presidential summit
We made it to Friday. Good work. Your regularly scheduled Scott Harrell Shit returns Monday. But before we crack our lunchbeers, let's look at Thursday, without which we couldn't have done it. The nation is once again reeling in the wake of another mass shooting, this time at a community college in Southwest Florida, where…
Tonight in live music: Red Baraat, Adventure Club, Voodoo Glow Skulls & more
A look at some concerts happening this Fri., Oct. 2, plus a peek at what’s coming up this weekend.
Apropos of nothing, here’s where to find My Hotel Year’s 2001 album The Composition of Ending and Phrasing online
The groundbreaking Orlando-scene emo album lives on.
Eat & do good: Special edition Rollin’ Oats cupcakes to benefit Moffitt
This month, Moffitt Cancer Center will receive a donation for every pink Rollin’ Oats cupcake sold.
Poet’s Notebook: The far-right forces of destruction
There was this terrific battle. The noise was as much As the limits of possible noise could take. There were screams higher groans deeper Than any ear could hold. The opponents of the Iran Nuclear Accord rightly claim that their “strong opposition conveys an important message to the world,” but they’re dead wrong about the…
Lea DeLaria at The Palladium on Saturday
A correction to the print version of our interview w. the OITNB star.
Concern for the poor weighs on PSTA removing bus hub from Williams Park
For those of you in St. Pete who don't take the bus because it stops at Williams Park, also known as ax-chase land, you're in luck. Today, Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority Director Brad Miller presented a plan to St. Pete City Council that would move the city's buses to a grid system, rather than the…
Movie Review: A Christmas Horror Story is no gift to the genre
Featuring multiple directors, this anthology-style scare flick comes off as incoherent.
Minimum wedge: Can Fight for $15 influence the 2016 elections?
As the few dozen or so demonstrators milled about under a moderate drizzle on the grassy buffer between St. Petersburg’s 62nd Avenue North and a McDonald’s franchise, a man in an SUV, fresh from the drive-thru, asked one of the protesters what was going on. An activist with the Fight for $15 movement told him…
Tonight in live music: Victor Wooten, People’s Blues of Richmond with Stokeswood, and more
A breakdown of concerts happening this Thurs., Oct. 1.
Awkward Age gives We Could Be Anywhere the vinyl treatment
The punk-pop trio presents vinyl pressings of their latest LP at New World Brewery this Friday
