Even Urban Explorers have to watch their wallets. Here's a day-by-day list of regularly-scheduled events to feed your soul, your entertainment quotient and your appetite — without emptying your wallet.

MONDAY

Webster Westside Flea Market: Fifty minutes north of Tampa, this giant, town-sized flea market offers weird deals, twisted people-watching and greasy carny food. Mondays 5 a.m.-3 p.m. through May; 6 a.m.-2 p.m. June-Sept., 516 N.W. Third Ct. (at C.R. 478), Webster, 352-793-9877.

Half-Price Pizza: This place has what might be the best thin-crust pizza in Tampa, and in incarnations that run from traditional to one-of-a-kind. Mondays beginning at 4 p.m., New World Brewery, 1313 E. Eighth Ave., Ybor City, 813-248-4969.

Starving Artist Suppers: Enjoy tasty vegetarian or vegan meals, all priced under $4. Starts at 6 p.m. The Globe Coffee Lounge, 532 First Ave. N., St. Petersburg, 727-898-5282.

Ultimate Frisbee: Women are invited to join open scrimmage games of ultimate. 7 p.m., Largo Sports Complex, 420 Lake Ave., www.bayareaultimate.com.

Team Trivia: A smart way to finance a night of drinking. Teams of eight or less square off for prizes — the winners get $30 in house cash plus a bottle of booze, second place gets $20 and third, $10. 7 p.m. Ferg's Sports Bar, 1320 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, 727-822-4562.

Drink Special: Get sloshed on $1.50 7-ounce daiquiris. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Daiquiri Deck, 14995 Gulf Blvd., Madeira Beach, 727-393-2706 or www.daiquirideck.com.

Old Wave Video Night: DJ Rob spins '80s alternative music with the videos projected on four giant screens. Mondays, 10 p.m.-3 a.m. $2 cover 21 and up/$3 ages 18-20. The Castle, 2004 N. 16th St., Ybor City, 813-247-7547.

TUESDAY

Indoor Climbing: Florida may be flat but that doesn't mean you can't practice your rock climbing. Students with ID get half off every Tuesday and women climb for half off every Wednesday. Noon-10 p.m. Vertical Ventures, 5402-E Pioneer Park Blvd., Tampa, 813-884-ROCK or www.verticalventures.com.

Sunset T'ai Chi: What better way to practice this ancient Chinese martial art than on the beach at sunset. 5-6:15 p.m. $5 suggested donation. 1700 Gulf Blvd. (between 15th and 17th avenues), Indian Rocks Beach, 727-595-8457.

Painting Session: Bring your art supplies to the Bank Nightclub for its Tuesday night "Art Space." Gather for a painting session or just watch projections of obscure foreign art films (showing at 7 and 9:30 p.m.). Free admission and free popcorn. 6 p.m.-midnight, The Bank Nightclub, 1919 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, 727-898-4488.

Rugby Club: Take out your aggressions in the scrum. The St. Pete Pelican Rugby Club practices 7-9 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday nights at Sawgrass Elementary School; games are Saturdays. All skill levels welcome. www.pelicanrugby.com.

Natural History Series: Intriguing presentations on Florida ecology, natural history and conservation by authorities in the field. Free. Second Tuesday of the month through April, 7:30 p.m. Lake Maggiore Environmental Education Center at Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, 1101 Country Club Way S., St. Petersburg, 727-893-7326.

Belly Dancing: This belly dance variety show and international dance party features a new performer, soloist and dance troupe from the area each month. Second Tuesday of every month, shows at 8 and 9:30 p.m. $5. Saffron's Caribbean, 1700 Park St. N., St. Petersburg, 727-345-6400, 727-459-8558 or www.hip-expressions.com.

Black on Black Rhyme: One of the Bay area's biggest and longest-running spoken word groups features drink specials, complimentary eats, an open mic and a weekly spoken word event. Tuesdays, 9-11:30 p.m. $5. Cotton Club South, 2502 N. Albany Ave., Tampa, 813-810-3582 or www.blackonblackrhyme.com.

Open Mic Tuesdays: Word nerds, blossoming musicians and wallflowers alike can enjoy this event hosted by local bluesman Mike Tozier; $2 pints of Bud and Miller. 9:30 p.m., Yeoman's Pub, 236 E. Davis Blvd., Davis Island, 813-251-2748.

WEDNESDAY

Farmer's Market: Can't wait 'til Saturday to buy your produce and flowers? Check out downtown Clearwater's mid-week market. 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 112 S. Osceola Ave., 727-461-7674 or www.clearwaterfarmersmarket.com.

Walking Tour: See how early Pinellas Countians lived at Heritage Village's monthly tour of the open-air historic village. Third Wednesday of the month, 1-2:30 p.m., $3, 11909 125th St. N., Pinewood Cultural Park, Largo, 727-582-2123.

Arts Ybor: 34 Ybor City galleries, boutiques and restaurants offer special exhibits, sales and dinner entrees. Second Wednesday of every month, 5-9 p.m, 813-248-3712 or artsybor.com.

$1 Sushi: "All Fish and No Bull" at Hook's on Wednesday nights. $1 sushi, 5-10 p.m., 1210 MLK St. N., St. Petersburg, 727-898-4665.

Table Tennis: Show off your skills with a paddle and ping-pong balls at this weekly "sporting" event. Wednesdays 6-8:45 p.m., $2 Clearwater residents/$3-$6 all others, Ross Norton Recreation Complex, 1426 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., Clearwater, 727-462-6025.

Quizzo: Trivia junkies compete for gift certificates. Reservations required. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Grace O'Malley's Irish Pub, 250 75th Ave., St. Pete Beach, 727-363-4007.

In the Raw: Acoustic showcase by Bay area rock acts. Every other Wednesday through April 12. $3 cover. Doors open at 8 p.m. and the show starts at 9. The Bank, 1919 Central Ave., St. Petersburg.

Liter Night: The Dubliner Irish Pub offers $4.50 liters beginning at 8 p.m. Chose from the Dubliner's beers on tap, including Guinness, Harp and Stella Artois. 2307 W. Azeele St., Tampa, 813-258-2257.

Bike Night: Bikers converge on the Quaker Steak & Lube for a night of wings, beer and general biker revelry. 2-7 p.m. happy hour, bikes roll in from 5-10 p.m. accompanied by live music and bike vendors. 10400 49th St. N., Clearwater, 727-572-9464.

Bar Special: All four Green Iguana locations feature $1 wells and $2 domestic bottles from 9 p.m.-2 a.m. www.greeniguana.com.

Ladies Night: Ladies drink free 9 p.m.-midnight. Martini Bar, Baywalk, 131 2nd Ave. N., downtown St. Pete. 727-895-8558.

$1 Beers: Bartenders in bikinis and $1 domestic longnecks from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. The Undertow, 3850 Gulf Blvd, St Pete Beach, 727-368-9000.

Porneoke: Rock, metal and punk karaoke with hard core porn projected on a screen in the background. (So you can hold the crowd's attention without even trying.) 9 p.m., Wednesdays, 10008 N. 30th St., Tampa, Pegasus Lounge, 813-971-1679.

Sushi After Dark: DJs and live bands accompany drinks and late-night sushi deals at Pinellas Park hipster hangout Café Tsunami. Wednesday nights, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., $3. Café Tsunami, 6725 49th St. N., Pinellas Park, 727-525-1677.

THURSDAY

Free museum entry: Get free admission to the Tampa Museum of Art every third Thursday of the month. 600 N. Ashley Drive, downtown Tampa.

Late Night at the Dalí: Reduced admission ($5) and weekly screenings of films with a surrealistic appeal (6 p.m.) as part of the Dalí and Beyond Film Series. Thursdays, 5-8 p.m. Salvador Dalí Museum, 1000 Third St. S., St. Petersburg, 727-823-3767.

$1 Sushi: Tasty, inexpensive, fantastic ambience. 5-8 p.m., Pacific Wave, 211 Second St. S., St. Petersburg, 727-822-5235.

Night Sailing: Wannabe sailors of all ages are invited to come out and learn the basics of sailing by becoming a crewmember for the evening. Thursdays, 5:30 p.m. April-October. Davis Island Yacht Club. 1315 Severn Ave., Tampa, 813-251-1158.

Ballroom Dancing: Waltz and foxtrot the night away at the Elks Lodge in New Port Richey. Second Thursday of every month, 7-10 p.m. $7 general admission/$5 members. 7291 Congress St., New Port Richey, 727-446-2500.

Tampa Film Reviews: Local independent filmmakers showcase their creations. Free. 8-10 p.m. Second Friday of every month. International Bazaar, 1600 E. Eighth Ave., Ybor City, 813-241-2885.

Comedy Open Mic: Bring five minutes of PG-rated material and 10 friends, who get free admission to the club. 8:30 p.m. Third Thursday of each month. Side Splitters Comedy Club, 12938 N. Dale Mabry. To sign up, e-mail sidesplitters@sidesplitterscomedy.com or call 813-960-1187.

Kill the Keg: It's kinda like being back in college — free beer from 9 p.m. 'til the keg is gone. O'Maddy's, 5405 Shore Blvd. S., Gulfport, 727-323-8643.

Ladies Night: Ladies drink free from 10 p.m. until close. St. Pete Ale House, 7901 Martin Luther King St., St. Pete, 727-217-9206.

FRIDAY

Farmer's Market: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Fridays. Rheba Sutton White Chapel/Harbor Hall Parking Lot, 1190 Georgia Ave., Palm Harbor, 27-934-7001 or oldpalmharborfarmersmarket@hotmail.com.

Arts & Antique Stroll: Shop and dine in historic downtown Tarpon Springs. First Friday of every month, Tarpon Avenue, between Ring Avenue and Alternate 19. 8 am-5 pm, 727-942-4675.

$3.50 Martinis: All day 'n' night at The Wharf. 2001 Passage A Grille Way, Pass-a-Grille Beach, 727-367-9469.

Happy Hour: Hobnob with the SoHo yuppie crowd for MacDinton's crazy happy hour. $10 all-you-can-drink, 6-8 p.m. 405 S. Howard Ave., Tampa, 813-251-8999.

Latin Connextions: Enjoy live Latin jazz and tropical beats, free dance lessons, live tango and flamenco performances, and a complimentary buffet. First Friday of every month, 6-10 p.m. Mirage, 3605 W. Hillsborough Ave., Tampa, 727-518-0416.

Friday Night Jazz: Old Hyde Park comes alive during this monthly fundraising event. Third Friday of every month, 6-9 p.m., Old Hyde Park Village, Tampa, 813-251-3500.

Jazz Fridays: Live jazz in the Center Courtyard 6-10 p.m. the last Friday of each month. Baywalk, downtown St. Pete.

St. Pete Shuffle: Pinellas Heritage and The Artillery host this evening of shuffleboard, music and art. Fridays, 6-11 p.m. St. Petersburg Shuffleboard Courts, 559 Mirror Lake Drive N., St. Petersburg.

First Fridays: Basically a block party with live music, a rock climbing wall, vendors, children's activities, food and more. First Friday of every month, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Downtown Palm Harbor, Florida Avenue between U.S. 19 and Alternate 19, 727-772-1966.

Jamaican Party: Happy hour, all-you-can-eat Caribbean buffet and live reggae party. $3. 7 p.m.-midnight. Jerk Hut, 207 E. Twiggs St., downtown Tampa, 813-223-4473.

Classic Car Show: Classic cars and classic car enthusiasts head to the Biff Burger on Friday nights for its weekly show, featuring prizes and live music. 4:30-10:30 p.m., 3939 49th St. N., St. Petersburg, 727-527-5297.

Latin Nights: The Pier courtyard overflows with the beat of Salsa, Merengue, Cha Cha and more with free dance lessons from 7-8 p.m. Dancing continues until 10:30 p.m. The Pier, St. Pete.

Wild Rice: The local improv troupe solicits ideas from the audience and uses these suggestions to create hilarious comedy scenes. First Friday of every month, 8 p.m. $13 general/$11 members and students, Tarpon Springs Cultural Center, 101 S. Pinellas Ave., 727-942-5605.

SATURDAY

Farmer's Markets: Check out these farmer's markets at locations throughout the Bay area. You might even be able to snag some free samples.

Saturday Morning Market 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays. Central Avenue between First and Second streets, downtown St. Petersburg, 727-455-4921 or www.saturdaymorningmarket.com.

Ybor City Fresh Market 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays. Centennial Park, Eighth Avenue and 18th Street, Tampa, 813-241-2442 or ybormarket@yahoo.com.

Old Hyde Park Village Farmer's Market 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays. Old Hyde Park Village, located at Swann and Dakota avenues near Bayshore Boulevard, Hyde Park, 813-251-3500 or www.oldhydeparkvillage.com.

Gulfport Fresh Market 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays. Art Village Courtyard, Beach Boulevard S., Gulfport, 727-528-2575 or mshaw9@tampabay.rr.com.

Safety Harbor Farmer's Market 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays. The Gazebo at John Wilson Park, 401 Main St., downtown Safety Harbor, 727-726-2890 or www.safetyharborchamber.com.

Brandon Fresh Market 9 a.m.-2 p.m. each Saturday. 301 S. Parsons Ave., Brandon, 813-684-6806.

Free museum entry: Free admission to the Tampa Museum of Art from 10 a.m.-noon every Saturday, 600 N. Ashley Drive, downtown Tampa.

Nature Walk: Learn about various habitats and area wildlife. $2 adults/$1 children ages 3 to 16. Third Saturday of every month, 10:30 a.m. Boyd Hill Nature Park, 1101 Country Club Way S., St. Petersburg, 727-893-7326.

Gallery Walk: St. Petersburg Downtown Arts Association hosts as participating galleries throughout the downtown area have extended evening hours and special events. Free. Second Saturday of each month, 5:30-9 p.m., www.stpetearts.com.

Saturday Stroll: Check out Corey Avenue's galleries, shops and restaurants while listening to free live music. Plus, stargazing courtesy of the St. Petersburg Astronomy Club. First Saturday of every month, 6-10 p.m. Corey Avenue, St. Pete Beach, 727-363-4852.

Salsa Saturdays: Learn how to shake it with free Salsa instructions. 7-10 p.m. Baywalk Center Courtyard, downtown St. Petersburg.

Sink or Swim: $10 all-you-can-drink draft beer and well drinks. 9 p.m.-3 a.m. The Round Up, 13918 W. Hillsborough Ave., Tampa.

SUNDAY

Scooter Ride: Anyone with a scooter that can do 50 mph is welcome to join the gang leaving at 10 a.m., second Sunday of every month. Unemployment Office Parking Lot, Florida Avenue and Busch Boulevard, Tampa, 813-933-5833.

Bird Quest: Learn the identifying marks and behaviors of the preserve's winged, year-round inhabitants and seasonal visitors while helping the staff compile an annual checklist. Free. Last Sunday of every month, 2-3:30 p.m. Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Drive N.E., St. Petersburg, 727-453-6500.

EXTRAS

Sunset Special: A swanky dinner at a posh downtown restaurant for $15? Café Alma's sunset menu includes a glass of sangria or soft drink, entrée, salad and dessert. Monday-Thursday, 5-7 p.m., Café Alma, 260 1st Ave. S., St. Petersburg, 727-502-5002.

Full Moon Party: Harvey's Fourth Street Grill throws a raucous party each month on the night of the full moon with live music and drink specials. Starts around 10 p.m. 3121 Fourth St. N., 727-821-6516.

Drive-In Movies: See two first-run movies on the big screen from the comfort of your car. Daily, $4.50 per person, Ruskin Drive In, 5011 U.S. 41 N., 813-645-1455.

Free Pizza: Buy a beer and get a free slice at Fortunato's After Dark. Nightly from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m., 263 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, 727-641-3822.

This article appears in Mar 1-7, 2006.