books and reusable grocery bags, tomato samples, and more. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sweetbay, 5570 N. U.S. 41, Apollo Beach, free. Pictured at left: An original tomato-inspired piece by Tampa resident artist Eileen Switzer, a finalist in the national tomato art contest.
Photographer/activist Skip Schiel presents, "In the Steps of the Magi," a photo presentation about his Christmastime by-foot pilgrimage across the Judean desert from Jericho to Bethlehem, and examination of Israeli occupation in Palestine. 6-7:45 p.m., First United Church of Tampa, 7308 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa, free.
English progressive rock veterans Steve Howe, Chris Squire and Alan White of Yes bring their "In the Present" tour to Clearwater. They are joined by keyboardist Oliver Wakeman and vocalist Benoit David. 8 p.m., Ruth Eckerd Hall, $35-$75.
IMAX Dome Theatre at Museum of Science and Industry opens a digitally remastered and digital surround sound copy of Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa. 2:15, 4:55 and 6:40 p.m., MOSI, Tampa, 10.95 adults/$9.95 seniors/$8.95 children.
American Stage Youth Ensemble presents Proof/This/Steel/Lion, an evening of scenes from award-winning dramas Proof, Burn This, Steel Magnolias and The Lion in Winter. 7 p.m., American Stage, St. Petersburg, $5 (cash only, to benefit the American Stage Scholarship Fund).
This article appears in Dec 10-16, 2008.