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Green Market & Street Fair
"Gobble Up the Savings"
Date: November 1
Time: 11:00 ~ 3:00
Location: 2400-2500 Central
Grand Central and Localshops1.com team up for a fabulous Clothing and Book Swap at November's Green Market-and this time we are including books. Cookbooks (great for new ideas for the uncoming holidays), children's books, fiction, non-fiction, just a few ideas but the list can go on and on.
The Grand Central Green Market and Street Fair is a place for local farmers, vendors and crafters to sell their wares while drawing residents and visitors to the Eclectic Grand Central area.
Grand Central District is a destination location for residents and visitors alike. If you would like more information visit the website at www.grandcentraldistrict.org or
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UPCOMING GREEN MARKET DATES:
Nov. 1st-Gobble up the Savings in Grand Central
Dec. 6th-Holiday Fun at the Green Market 
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5th Annual Chili Cookoff
It's that time of year again.....
Chili Cooks & Vendors don't miss this once a year opportunity!
The Chili Cookoff Festival entertained over 1900 attendees last year & will attract even more this year.
Vegetarian chili, chicken chili, spicy-hot chili, any kind of chili is welcome (minimum of 4 gallons is required)!
We also welcome vendors from all kinds of categories: Artists, authors, pet services, non-profits, publishers, jewelry artisans, home improvement, writers, as well as many other products & services.
This is a family-oriented event & a great chance to show off your chili recipe, engage the community and sell your amazing products!
Only $25 for a 10 x 10 booth
Vendor & Chili Cookoff Entrant Registration Forms must be received by Friday, November 13, 2009
Recipes must be submitted by November 1st or immediately upon registration (word documents only).
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Happy Halloween from
Painting With A Twist!
Decorate your home, office or school with your very own "Voo Doo Dolls" October 30, 7-10 pm.
There will be special treats for those that come as well as the artists will be getting into the "spirit".
Please visit their web site www.paintingwithatwist.com to make a reservation for this Halloween Specialty.
"Studio 10" on Channel 10 did a special segment on Painting With A Twist on Tuesday morning. Click here to watch it. |
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Save Money with the Free 1Card
Shoppers: Do you have your 1Card yet? It's free & it gets you discounts at dozens of local, independent businesses in the Tampa Bay area. Sign up for your free 1Card on LocalShops1.com, or pick one up at Spinderella's Steals, 6393 MLK St. in St. Petersburg.
Businesses: Do you want to participate in the 1Card promotion? E-mail us at localshopper@localshops1.com or call us at 727.637.5586.
Save Money, Shop Happy, Support the Community!
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The Cigar Loft has a New Owner
Tom Gabriele has bought The Cigar Loft at 2448 Central Ave. Born in New Jersey, and raised in the Chicago area, he found himself in Florida.
After a teaching career at Indiana University, he decided that he wanted to incorporate his lifelong passion for cigars and his recent experience in running a cigar shop (in Gulfport), into another career.
The Cigar Loft came along at the perfect time.
Stop in and say hi, have a cigar and beverage, watch T.V., listen to music, or just chill out, the ambience is however you want it to be.
727-388-6992
727-388-4440
Open Monday thru Saturday 11am - 7pm
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| Nitally's Thai-Mex
New to Grand Central, located at the corner of Central  Avenue and 25th Street is a
delightful fusion of authentic Thai cuisine and Mexican spices.
And if you are wondering where the original name came from, it is a combination of the owners names- Nit (who is Thai) and Ally (who is Mexican). They have created a concept that is like no other around St. Petersburg.
They are open for lunch Tuesday thru Sunday from 11:00-1:30 and dinner Tuesday thru Sunday 5:30-9:30. |
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Imagine School SAC wants YOU!
The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, Nov 5, 2009 at 5:45pm. All are welcome to attend. The School Advisory Committee assists in the preparation and evaluation of the school's improvement plan and the school's annual budget and planned expenditures.
Business leaders and Community members are an important part of this process and provide valuable input.
If you would be interested in serving on the committee as a member or being listed as an alternate, please contact the committee chair, Yasamina McBride at minamcb@gmail.com or call Imagine School at (727) 821-7100.
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RAYS PARKING AT IMAGINE SCHOOL
Imagine School
1950 1st Avenue North
St. Petersburg, FL 33713
Imagine School Offers Parking
for Rays Games - ONLY $5.00
Lot opens 2 hours ahead of scheduled game.
Proceeds benefit Imagine School.
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DESTINATION RETAIL EXPERT TO HOST 3-PART SERIES AT BAYWALK
Are you a retail business owner within the City of St. Petersburg? Then we have a destination business expert to share with you.
Retail industry senior consultant, Jon Schallert, in coordination with the city of St. Petersburg, will host a three-part DESTINATION Retail series at the BayWalk retail shopping and entertainment complex, in downtown St. Petersburg.
Since 1983, Jon Schallert has been working with independent business owners to teach his acclaimed business improvement methods, addressing not only how to survive, but more importantly how to become a destination business and thrive in the current economy and beyond.
This DESTINTATION Retail, free, three-part, Web-based event will air live at the BayWalk shopping plaza, located at 142 2nd Street North, in the Muvico Theatre complex. There will be a complimentary breakfast social from 7:30am - 8:30am in the BayWalk courtyard followed by a live presentation and question and answer session from 8:30am-10:00am with Jon.
Parking is available at the adjacent MidCore parking garage, at a $1 hourly rate and is accessible from Second Ave. N. and Second St.
Event Dates and topics are:
October 20 - Tips & Tactics, Increase Customer Traffic Today
November 20 - How to Get Locals to Buy from Local Businesses
(TBA) January 2010 (TBA) - Capturing Customers, The Critical 7 Seconds
Registration to attend is encouraged, please email Destination.Retail@stpete.org.
Jon Schallert is a member of the National Speakers Association, the National Main Street Network, and the International Downtown Association. His business methodologies have been featured and published in such national publications as the Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, and Entrepreneur Magazine. In addition, Schallert speaks and consults with thousands of entrepreneurs annually.
For more information about the event series, please contact City of St. Petersburg Economic Development at 727-893-7100.
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Looking For Volunteers
The 5th annual chili cookoff is just around the corner (OK-a little bit further out than around the corner, but it will be here before you know it).
Grand Central is looking for volunteers to help with this fun and yummy event on November 28th.
Please email events@grandcentraldistrict.org for more information or to sign up!
Interested in being a contestant or vendor?
Information will be coming soon both
to the website & the e-newsletters. Stay tuned! |
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St. Pete Community Acupuncture now offers Community Yoga
Community Yoga
Open Level Yoga Class - all levels welcome
Wednesday's 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm
with instructor Cheryl Champagne
at St. Pete Community Acupuncture
14 18th St. South, St. Petersburg
(corner of 18th and Central)
Donation $5 - $15 per person, per class
Wear comfortable clothing, bring a mat
or beach towel
Your Instructor:
Cheryl Champagne, MS, E-RYT 500 is an International Yoga Instructor,
registered with the Yoga Alliance and a resident of Clearwater Beach. She is a faculty member of The Omega Institute for Holistic Studies and the creator of The 12 - Steps of Yoga. Her classes are developed with intelligence based on the needs of the students present. For more information, visit www.CherylChampagne.com
St. Pete Community Acupuncture offers acupuncture on a sliding scale of $15 - $35 per visit. Our mission is to make healthcare accessible and affordable to a wide range of people. We strive to help build strong communities, break down class divisions, and empower people to take control of their own health. We would like to thank Cheryl for contributing her talents to helping us achieve these goals. For more information visit www.StPeteAcupuncture.com |
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Craftsman House
Gallery * Cafe * Pottery Studio
2955 Central Avenue
St. Petersburg, FL 33713
(727) 323-2787
Hours:
Mon-Sat: 10am-6pm
Sundays: 11am-4pm
EVENTS:
ESSENTIALS OF SUMI PAINTING
AN INNOVATIVE WORKSHOP FOR BEGINNERS TO ADVANCED
Saturday, October 24th, 1:00pm-5:00pm at Craftsman House
$55 - includes basic materials and a late lunch
Learn the way of the brush, exploring a variety of techniques which spontaneously bring images to life. Marcy will have ongoing demonstrations on various subjects. Her work reveals a traditional background with a contemporary spirit. Marcy has studied with Chinese & Japanese master artists over a period of 30 years. She has taught and exhibited along the east coast. Additional supplies can be purchased at cost.
Fourth Friday Films
Wal-Mart: The High Cost of Low Prices
2750 5th Avenue North
Free
This month's 4th Friday film is brought to you in conjunction with SPIN (St. Petersburg Independent Network) & Craftsman House.
Wal-Mart: The High Cost of Low Price is the documentary film sensation that's changing the largest company on earth. The film features the deeply personal stories and everyday lives of families and communities struggling to survive in a Wal-Mart world. It's an emotional journey that will challenge the way you think, feel... and shop. See the film, share it, and become part of the movement forcing companies to act responsibly.
City Councilman Karl Nurse Meet & Greet
Saturday, October 24th at 7:00pm-9:00pm
Free
Meet Karl Nurse in a casual setting. Karl has been a big supporter of environmental issues, historic preservation, local, small businesses & mass transit. You can ask him about his plans to continue his work on St. Petersburg's city council.
SPIN (St. Petersburg Independent Network)
Join locally owned businesses as we collaborate to educate the public on the benefits of supporting our local, independent businesses. We are actively seeking interested business members. Call (727) 323-2787 for info.
The Wiyos in concert
Sunday, November 8th at 6pm
$15 in advance / $20 week prior
Dazzling musicianship & mind-blowing shows have earned The Wiyos a spot as the opening act for this summer's Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson, John Mellencamp tour. This exciting Brooklyn-based quartet draws on old blues, hillbilly swing, ragtime, jug-band music & the comedy of vaudeville-era performers. A thoroughly entertaining act that features stand-up bass, lap steel, acoustic guitars, banjo, uke, harmonica, washboard & kazoo. They bring "exuberance & maverick intensity to these vintage styles." --- The New Yorker. This is going to be one fun show!
Stacey Earle & Mark Stuart
The "Drive Her 'til She Drops Tour"
Saturday, November 21st at 8:00pm
$18 in advance / $23 week prior
Stacey and Mark return to Craftsman House on their final tour together. Their first show was magical. After the amp blew on the 3rd song in, the audience shifted their chairs closer into an intimate semi-circle. Stacey & Mark proceeded to wander through the room as they sang & played two wonderful sets.
Armed with clever acoustic guitar interplay, autobiographical songwriting, lovely harmonies, and humorous storytelling, this couple captivates your attention from the first moment they are onstage. Both are veteran Dukes (of Steve Earle and the Dukes) and typically play over 170 shows a year.
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Beer Garden Pub
2061 Central Ave
St. Pete, FL
727-822-BEER
· 20 different varieties of draft beer
· 50 different varieties of bottled beer
· Fine Wine
· Cappuccino, Macchiato, Espresso
Food Coming Soon
(Will be open for lunch)
Happy Hour
Monday-Friday
4pm-7pm
"2 for 1 drink special"
Hours: Mon-Sun
4pm-2am
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NEW LOCATION
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Mona Burrows
727-522-0039
www.wahoomortgage.com
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