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Sunday, January 4, 2009 |
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Jan 4 |
1 p.m. - 4 p.m. |
Meet the Artist--Tampa Bay Plein Air Painters
Location: Brooker Creek Preserve
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Brooker Creek Preserve, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs Meet members of the Tampa Bay Plein Air painters and talk about their fantastic work. Plein air artists complete their work outdoors, and subjects are taken from nature. The exhibit will be on display during normal Center hours through March 1, 2009. For more information, call (727) 453-6800. |
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Jan 4 |
6 p.m. - 10 p.m. |
Holiday Garden Lights at Florida Botanical Gardens
Location: Florida Botanical Gardens
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Holiday Garden Lights at Florida Botanical Gardens Florida Botanical Gardens, 12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo Celebrate the season and see how more than 425,000 colorful lights can transform Florida Botanical Gardens into a holiday wonderland. Florida Botanical Gardens will be all decked out in a blanket of glittering holiday lights that showcase the beauty of the Gardens’ plants and landscapes. For more information, call (727) 582-2100 or visit www.flbg.org. |
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Monday, January 5, 2009 |
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Jan 5 |
3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
Health & Human Services Coordinating Council Policy Board
Location: 5th Floor Commissioner’s Conference Room
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Policy Board Workshop Planning Meeting 5th Floor Commissioner’s Conference Room Pinellas County Board of Commissioners 315 Court Street Clearwater,Fl Contact: Karen Harris Administrative Manager (727) 582-7951 |
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Tuesday, January 6, 2009 |
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Jan 6 |
9 a.m. |
Swearing in of the Constitutional Officers
Location: Pinellas County Courthouse
Details:
SWEARING IN CEREMONY OF THE CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS, 5th Floor Assembly Room, Pinellas County Courthouse, 315 Court Street, Clearwater. (Takes place right before the regular 9:30 a.m. Board of County Commissioners meeting. (727) 464-3485 |
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Jan 6 |
9:30 a.m. |
Location: Pinellas County Courthouse
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, 5th Floor Assembly Room, Pinellas County Courthouse, 315 Court Street, Clearwater. (727) 464-3485 |
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Jan 6 |
1 p.m. - 3 p.m. |
Health & Human Services Coordinating Council Mental Health/Substance Abuse Subcommittee
Location: Pinellas County Courthouse
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HEALTH & BEHAVIORAL HEALTH LEADERSHIP NETWORK HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COORDINATING COUNCIL MENTAL HEALTH/SUBSTANCE ABUSE SUBCOMMITTEE, 5th Floor Commissioner's Conference Room, Pinellas County Courthouse, 315 Court Street, Clearwater. (727) 582-7951 |
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Wednesday, January 7, 2009 |
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Jan 7 |
9 a.m. |
The Pinellas Schools Collaborative and School Transportation Safety Committee
Location: Planning Department Conference Room
Details:
Please note the next meeting of the Pinellas Schools Collaborative and School Transportation Safety Committee will be Wednesday, January 7, 2009. The meetings begin at 9:00 a.m. in the Planning Department Conference Room located at 600 Cleveland Street, Suite 750, Clearwater, FL, 33755. |
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Jan 7 |
1:30 p.m. |
The Metropolitan Planning Organization Intelligent Transportation Systems Committee Meeting
Location: Planning Department Conference Room
Details:
Please note the next meeting of the ITS Advisory Committee will be Wednesday, January 7, 2009. The meeting will begin at 1:30 p.m. in the Planning Department Conference Room, located at 600 Cleveland Street, Suite 750, Clearwater, FL 33755. |
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Jan 7 |
6:30 p.m. |
Pinellas County License Board for Children's Centers & Family Day Care Homes
Location: 4175 East Bay Drive, Suite 350, Clearwater
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PINELLAS COUNTY LICENSE BOARD FOR CHILDREN'S CENTERS & FAMILY DAY CARE HOMES, regular meeting, Pinellas County Health Department, 4175 East Bay Drive, Suite 350, Clearwater. (727) 507-4857 |
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Jan 7 |
7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
Family Night Hike at Brooker Creek Preserve
Location: Brooker Creek Preserve
Details:
Brooker Creek Preserve, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs Experience Brooker Creek Preserve after dark while you look and listen for creatures of the night. Talk about the unique adaptations of nocturnal animals while exploring the trails. This free program is best for families with children ages 10 and up. To register, call (727) 453-6800. |
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Thursday, January 8, 2009 |
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Jan 8 |
9 a.m. |
Planning and Zoning Examiner's Hearing
Location: Pinellas County Courthouse
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PLANNING AND ZONING EXAMINER'S HEARING, 5th Floor Assembly Room, Pinellas County Courthouse, 315 Court Street, Clearwater. (727) 464-3888 |
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Jan 8 |
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. |
Wee-time at Weedon: The Sea, the Storm and the Mangrove Tangle
Location: Weedon Island Preserve
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Weedon Island Preserve, 1800 Weedon Drive N.E., St. Petersburg Introduce your preschooler to the wonders of the natural world at this free Wee-time at Weedon program. This week’s program is The Sea, The Storm, and The Mangrove Tangle by Lynne Cherry. This story describes the life of a mangrove tree and the abundant wildlife that depends upon its unique structure. Free. Registration required by calling (727) 453-6500. |
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Jan 8 |
10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. |
Book Time at Brooker Creek--The Grouchy Ladybug
Location: Brooker Creek Preserve
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Brooker Creek Preserve, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs Introduce your preschooler to the wonders of the natural world. This Book Time features The Grouchy Ladybug by Eric Carle. The grouchy ladybug is looking for someone, anyone, to fight. This delightful tale teaches children the value of sharing. This program also includes a craft, game or other hands-on activity related to the story. Best for children ages 3 to 5. Free. Registration is required by calling (727) 453-6800. |
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Jan 8 |
6:30 p.m. |
Personnel Board
Location: Pinellas County Courthouse
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PERSONNEL BOARD, 5th Floor Assembly Room, Pinellas County Courthouse, 315 Court Street, Clearwater. (727) 464-4028 |
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Jan 8 |
6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. |
Step into the Kitchen--Families Cooking Together
Location: All Children's Education Center
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All Children’s Education Center, 701 4th St. S., St. Petersburg Join Pinellas County Extension Specialist Karen Saley on a five-week journey to learn how to turn meal time into fun family time. Through hands-on activities, children and parents learn the importance of the five food groups and how to prepare five recipes that contain those ingredients. Cost is $25 for one adult and one child with each additional person costing $5. This series begins Thursday, Jan. 8, and continues on the Thursdays of Jan. 15, Jan. 22, Jan. 29 and Feb. 5. Register on line at www.pinellascountyextension.org or call (727) 582-2100. |
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Jan 8 |
7 p.m. |
The Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC)
Location: Planning Department Conference Room
Details:
Please note there will be a special meeting of the Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC), which will be held Thursday, January 8, at 7:00 p.m. in the Planning Department Conference Room, located at 600 Cleveland Street, Suite 750, Clearwater, FL 33755. The purpose of the meeting will be to review the FDOT Five Year Tentative Work Program. |
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Friday, January 9, 2009 |
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Jan 9 |
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. |
Adult Ecology Workshop--Ferns & Epiphytes
Location: Brooker Creek Preserve
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Brooker Creek Preserve, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs For nature lovers who want to dig deeper, this Adult Ecology Workshop offers a unique chance to explore focused natural history topics with guidance from noted authorities. John Kunzer, USF Biology Department, Herbarium, will provide an introduction to fern and epiphyte identification techniques plus information about the ecology and natural history of these plant groups. A classroom presentation is followed by a trip into the field. Admission is $40 per person. For more information and to register, call (727) 453-6800. |
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Jan 9 |
1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. |
Homeless Leadership Network
Location: EpiCenter, Largo
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HOMELESS LEADERSHIP NETWORK, EpiCenter, 13805 58th Street N, Largo. (727) 528-5762 |
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Jan 9 |
6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. |
Step into the Kitchen--Families Cooking Together
Location: Pinellas County Extension
Details:
Pinellas County Extension, 12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo Join Pinellas County Extension Specialist Karen Saley on a five-week journey to learn how to turn meal time into fun family time. Through hands-on activities, children and parents learn the importance of the five food groups and how to prepare five recipes that contain those ingredients. Cost is $25 for one adult and one child with each additional person costing $5. This series begins Friday, Jan. 9, and continues on the Fridays of Jan. 16, Jan. 23, Jan. 30 and Feb. 6. Register on line at www.pinellascountyextension.org or call (727) 582-2100. |
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Jan 9 |
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
Weedon Family Night Hike
Location: Weedon Island Preserve
Details:
Weedon Island Preserve, 1800 Weedon Drive N.E., St. Petersburg Discover the creatures of the night with this family-oriented night hike. Look and listen for nocturnal animals and enjoy the fascinating new sights and sounds of Weedon Island Preserve. Register early for this free, rich and exciting night experience. This hike is best for families and suitable for children ages 5 to 12 so call (727) 453-6500 to register. |
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Saturday, January 10, 2009 |
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Jan 10 |
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. |
Market in the Park
Location: 12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo
Details:
Market in the Park is home to 30-plus booths selling unique items, not always found in chain stores. Farm-fresh produce, natural products and gardening items are the mainstay of the market. The list of products includes everything natural from stuffed breads, herbs and hot sauces to honey, coffee and nuts. Handmade soaps, soft cotton products and bird feeders may be sold. New this year, horticultural-friendly craft products are for sale. Entertainment and educational booths add a distinctly different touch, and food is sold for vendors and visitors. Dogs, on leashes, are welcome to wander with their families. Free admission, on-site restrooms and plenty of room to roam make this market convenient and accessible. The market is held in the Pinellas County Extension parking lot at 12520 Ulmerton Road in Largo. It is located off 125th Street between Walsingham and Ulmerton roads, next to Heritage Village. |
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Jan 10 |
9 a.m. - 11 a.m. |
Guided Hike at Brooker Creek Preserve
Location: Brooker Creek Preserve
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Brooker Creek Preserve, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs Take a walk through time on a guided hike along the Brooker Creek Preserve Education Trail. Join in this walk, see how the land has changed over time and discuss the ecological footprints left by those changes. All ages welcome, but children younger than 6 may find the hike challenging. Free. Pre-registration is required by noon on Friday by calling (727) 453-6800. |
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Jan 10 |
9 a.m. - 11 a.m. |
Saturday Guided Hike at Weedon Island Preserve
Location: Weedon Island Preserve
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Weedon Island Preserve, 1800 Weedon Drive N.E., St. Petersburg Take a two-hour hike with the experts through Weedon Island Preserve’s coastal mangrove and upland ecosystems. Learn about the coastal environment and the Preserve’s early residents. Please reserve your space by 2 p.m. on Friday. Free. To register, call (727) 453-6500. |
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Jan 10 |
10 a.m. - 11 a.m. |
GEt Cooking Demonstration--Nutrition Packed Cauliflower Hits the Plate
Location: Pinellas County Extension
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Pinellas County Extension, 12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo Start healthier eating habits with a free Get Cooking Demonstration by the pros at Pinellas County Extension. This Nutrition Packed Cauliflower Hits the Plate demonstration uses local produce to show how easy eating healthy can be with a little imagination. Citizens learn how to best purchase, store and prepare cauliflower. Recipes will be shared, and fact sheets offered. Register on line at www.pinellascountyextension.org or call (727) 582-2100. |
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Jan 10 |
10 a.m. - 11 a.m. |
Family Fun Learning at Pinellas County Market in the Park
Location: Pinellas County Extension
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Pinellas County Extension Parking Lot, 12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo Learn how to get the garden ready for the spring and grow your own vegetables at this Family Fun Learning – The Big Red Tomato Program. You can even get started by planting a tomato seed to take home. The program cost is $2 per person. Also that day, explore Pinellas County Market in the Park and discover farm fresh produce, delicious gourmet food, beautiful plants and more. The Market is located off 125th Street between Walsingham and Ulmerton roads, next to Heritage Village. To register for The Big Red Tomato Program, log onto www.pinellascountyextension.org or call (727) 582-2100. |
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Jan 10 |
10 a.m. - 11 a.m. |
Fort De Soto Nature Walk
Location: Fort De Soto Park
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Ft. De Soto Park, 3500 Pinellas Bayway S., Tierra Verde Come and enjoy the beauty of Ft. De Soto Park with a free one-hour nature walk great for the entire family. A Mangrove Nature Walk is planned. Call the park for tour information and meeting locations. Registration required by calling (727) 582-2267. |
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Jan 10 |
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
Volunteer Open House at Heritage Village
Location: Heritage Village
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Heritage Village, 11909 125th St. N., Largo Discover fun ways to get involved at Heritage Village during a Volunteer Open House. Learn about serving as a tour guide, docent and living history presenter. You can also help as an archival assistant, receptionist and gift shop volunteer. Find out what it’s like to spend time in the peaceful enclave of Old Florida surrounded by native pine woods and more than two dozen historic structures. For more information about volunteering or the Open House, e-mail heritagevillage@pinellascounty.org or call (727) 582-2427. |
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Jan 10 |
1 p.m. - 3 p.m. |
Break the Time Barrier at Heritage Village Family Fun Afternoon
Location: Heritage Village
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Heritage Village, 11909 125th St. N., Largo Have a blast exploring the past at a free, fun afternoon for families and the community. Get connected with the past while learning about programs offered for children, adults, school groups and all types of civic organizations. Some of the adult programs include blacksmithing, basket weaving and mini-camps for grownups. Children can explore, touch and play at a dozen new interactive outdoor exhibits. Refreshments will be served. Bring your friends and neighbors to see all there is to do at Heritage Village. For more information, visit www.pinellascounty.org/heritage or call (727) 582-2426. |
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Jan 10 |
1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. |
The Mystery of the Skull
Location: Brooker Creek Preserve
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Brooker Creek Preserve, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs Celebrate the Year of Science 2009 and enjoy the workshop to develop and test theories about real skulls and bones. Skulls and bones can tell many things about the lifestyle of a mammal. Best for families with children ages 10 and up. Free. Register by calling (727) 453-6800. |
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Sunday, January 11, 2009 |
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Jan 11 |
10 a.m. - 11 a.m. |
Fort De Soto Park Nature Walk
Location: Fort De Soto Park
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Ft. De Soto Park, 3500 Pinellas Bayway S., Tierra Verde Come and enjoy the beauty of Ft. De Soto Park with a free one-hour nature walk great for the entire family. A Soldier’s Hole Nature Walk is planned. Call the park for tour information and meeting locations. Registration required by calling (727) 582-2267. |
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Jan 11 |
11 a.m. - 3 p.m. |
Open Classroom--Discovering Nature with your Child at Brooker Creek Preserve
Location: Brooker Creek Preserve
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Brooker Creek Preserve, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs Stop by the open classroom at Brooker Creek Preserve and explore nature with your family. You are welcome to stop by anytime between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. to participate in a variety of self-guided nature games and activities to answer questions. This open classroom is free and great for families with children of all ages. To learn more, call (727) 453-6800. |
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Jan 11 |
2 p.m. - 3 p.m. |
Opening Art Exhibit: Transformations with John Gurbacs, Artist
Location: Weedon Island Preserve
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Weedon Island Preserve, 1800 Weedon Drive N.E., St. Petersburg Join in a “meet and greet” reception with artist, John Gurbacs. Gurbacs’s paintings evolve from observations of the environment and patterns of nature contrasted with those forms that are manmade. His focus has led him to develop imagery that reflects on a range of issues, from social and environmental concerns to meditations on the patterns and actions of nature. This exhibit will be on display through March 1, 2009. |
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Monday, January 12, 2009 |
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Jan 12 |
8:30 a.m. |
The Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Bayway Bridges Task Force
Location: 1275 Pinellas Bayway, 2nd Floor
Details:
The next meeting of the MPO Bayway Bridges Task Force will be Monday, January 12, 2009, 8:30 a.m. The meeting will be held at the Tierra Verde Community Association, Inc., 1275 Pinellas Bayway, 2nd Floor, Tierra Verde, FL 33715 (727.867.9362). |
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Jan 12 |
1:30 p.m. |
METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION (MPO) PINELLAS MOBILITY INITIATIVE STEERING COMMITTEE
Location: 600 Cleveland Street, Clearwater
Details:
METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION (MPO) PINELLAS MOBILITY INITIATIVE STEERING COMMITTEE, Planning Department Conference Room, 7th Floor, 600 Cleveland Street, Clearwater. (727) 464-8200 |
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Jan 12 |
2 p.m. |
Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) User Policy Board
Location: Criminal Justice Center
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CRIMINAL JUSTICE INFORMATION SYSTEM (CJIS) USER POLICY BOARD, Criminal Justice Center 3rd Floor Conference Room, 14250 49th Street North, Clearwater. (727) 464-4582 |
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Tuesday, January 13, 2009 |
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Jan 13 |
9 a.m. |
Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Pinellas Trail Security Task Force
Location: 12490 Ulmerton Road, Largo
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METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION (MPO) PINELLAS TRAIL SECURITY TASK FORCE, Pinellas County EMS/Fire Administration, Conference Room 132, 12490 Ulmerton Road, Largo. (727) 464-8200 |
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Jan 13 |
9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. |
Location: Pinellas County Courthouse
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION, Budget Forecast Update, 5th Floor Assembly Room, Pinellas County Courthouse, 315 Court Street, Clearwater. (727) 464-3485 |
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Jan 13 |
10 a.m. |
Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority Transit Advisory Committee
Location: 3201 Scherer Drive, St. Petersburg
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PINELLAS SUNCOAST TRANSIT AUTHORITY TRANSIT ADVISORY COMMITTEE, 3201 Scherer Drive, St. Petersburg. (727) 540-1800 |
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Jan 13 |
12 p.m. |
Board of County Commissioners Work Session (Continued)
Location: Pinellas County Courthouse
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION, Budget Forecast Update, 4th Floor Clerk's Conference Room, Pinellas County Courthouse, 315 Court Street, Clearwater. (727) 464-3485 |
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Wednesday, January 14, 2009 |
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Jan 14 |
8:30 a.m. |
Pinellas Police Standards Council
Location: 4000 Gateway Center Bvld, Pinellas Park
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PINELLAS POLICE STANDARDS COUNCIL, Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council offices, 4000 Gateway Center Bvld, Pinellas Park. (727) 864-3822 |
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Jan 14 |
9 a.m. |
Tourist Development Council d/b/a Visit St. Petersburg/Clearwater
Location: Pinellas County Courthouse
Details:
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL D/B/A VISIT ST. PETERSBURG/CLEARWATER, 5th Floor Assembly Room, Pinellas County Courthouse, 315 Court Street, Clearwater. (727) 464-6633 |
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Jan 14 |
10 a.m. |
EMS Medical Control Board
Location: 12490 Ulmerton Road, Largo
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EMS MEDICAL CONTROL BOARD, EMS/Fire Administration Building, Rooms 217/219, 12490 Ulmerton Road, Largo. (727) 582-2035 |
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Jan 14 |
10 a.m. |
Tampa Bay Area Regional Transportation Authority (TBARTA) Transit Management Committee
Location: 3802 Spectrum Bvld, Tampa
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TAMPA BAY AREA REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (TBARTA) TRANSIT MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE, USF Connect Building, 3802 Spectrum Bvld, Tampa. (813) 220-0526 |
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Jan 14 |
1 p.m. |
METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION (MPO)
Location: 315 Court St., Clearwater
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METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION (MPO) Monthly Meeting -- Pinellas County Courthouse, BCC Assembly Room, Fifth Floor, 315 Court Street, Clearwater. 464-8200 |
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Jan 14 |
1:30 p.m. |
Tampa Bay Area Regional Transportation Authority (TBARTA) Citizens Advisory Committee
Location: 3802 Spectrum Bvld, Tampa
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TAMPA BAY AREA REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (TBARTA) CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE, USF Connect Building, 3802 Spectrum Bvld, Tampa. (813) 220-0526 |
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Jan 14 |
2 p.m. |
From the Ground Up--Vegetable Gardening
Location: Palm Harbor Library
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Palm Harbor Library, 2330 Nebraska Ave., Palm Harbor Make 2009 the best year ever to grow healthful, fresh vegetables with help from Master Gardener Nancy Bevilacqua. Find out which soil amendments are essential for producing good crops in our sandy soil. Gain an understanding of what will thrive and when to plant. You may attend either session. To register, log onto www.pinellascountyextension.org or call (727) 582-2100. |
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Jan 14 |
5 p.m. |
Health Facilities Authority
Location: Pinellas County Courthouse
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HEALTH FACILITIES AUTHORITY, 6th Floor Administrator's Conference Room, Pinellas County Courthouse, 315 Court Street, Clearwater. (727) 464-3485 |
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Jan 14 |
6:30 p.m. |
From the Ground Up--Vegetable Gardening
Location: Palm Harbor Library
Details:
Palm Harbor Library, 2330 Nebraska Ave., Palm Harbor Make 2009 the best year ever to grow healthful, fresh vegetables with help from Master Gardener Nancy Bevilacqua. Find out which soil amendments are essential for producing good crops in our sandy soil. Gain an understanding of what will thrive and when to plant. You may attend either session. To register, log onto www.pinellascountyextension.org or call (727) 582-2100. |
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Jan 14 |
7 p.m. - 8 p.m. |
Cypress Swamp Cafe: Choices for Sustainable Living
Location: Brooker Creek Preserve
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Brooker Creek Preserve, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs Join the pros at Brooker Creek Preserve as they discuss ways to live a more sustainable lifestyle. Learn about the ties between our individual choices and their impact on the local environment and the earth. This program presents an introductory session for the 8-week discussion course, Choices for Sustainable Living, developed by the Northwest Earth Institute. It is best for adults. To learn more or to register, call (727) 453-6800. |
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Thursday, January 15, 2009 |
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Jan 15 |
7:30 a.m. |
Cancelled--Pinellas County Economic Development Council
Location: EpiCenter room 1-453/1-455
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PINELLAS COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL, EpiCenter rooms 1-453/1-455, 13805 58th Street North, Largo. (727) 464-8123 |
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Jan 15 |
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
Limited Commercial Landscape Management for Professionals
Location: Pinellas County Extension
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Pinellas County Extension, 12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo Calling all landscape professionals: This day-long class provides the training and testing necessary to obtain a pesticide license for limited commercial landscape management. Visit www.pinellascountyextension.org and select “Commercial Horticulture” for more information or call (727) 582-2100. |
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Jan 15 |
8:30 a.m. |
Pinellas County Cultural Council
Location: EpiCenter Room 1-450
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PINELLAS COUNTY CULTURAL COUNCIL, EpiCenter Room 1-450, 13805 58th Street North, Largo. (727) 453-7860 |
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Jan 15 |
9 a.m. |
Building Board of Appeals
Location: 310 Court Street, Clearwater
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BUILDING BOARD OF APPEALS, 2nd Floor Conference Room, Building & Development Review Services Department, 310 Court Street, Clearwater. (727) 464-3757 |
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Jan 15 |
9:30 a.m. |
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Location: 631 Chestnut Street, Clearwater
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PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD, Parks and Recreation Administrative Office, 631 Chestnut Street, Clearwater. (727) 464-3347 |
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Jan 15 |
7 p.m. - 8 p.m. |
Pre-Clovis: True or False? The View from a Site in Marion County, Florida
Location: Weedon Island Preserve
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Weedon Island Preserve, 1800 Weedon Drive N.E., St. Petersburg Meet Barbara Purdy, Ph.D., Emerita Professor of Anthropology, University of Florida, and engage in a discussion about early history in Marion County, Florida. Evidence from the Container Corporation of America site will be presented that suggests people may have visited the site by 25,000 years ago. This program co-sponsored by the Central Gulf Coast Archaeological Society is free and open to the public. This program is best for adults. To register, call (727) 453-6500. |
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Friday, January 16, 2009 |
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Jan 16 |
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
Guided Canoe Trip at Weedon Island Preserve
Location: Weedon Island Preserve
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Weedon Island Preserve, 1800 Weedon Drive N.E., St. Petersburg Explore the south canoe trail of Weedon Island Preserve and get a rare look at the aquatic ecosystems that make west-central Florida special. Trained guides lead through mangrove stands and over seagrass and oyster beds while pointing out various flora and fauna. The cost, including tax, for this unique experience is $15 per person or $30 per canoe with a maximum of three people in each canoe. Children should be over 6 years old and accompanied by an adult. Spaces fill quickly so call (727) 453-6500 for more information and pre-register today. |
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Jan 16 |
1:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. |
Social Action Funding Advisory Board
Location: Park Station, Pinellas Park
Details:
SOCIAL ACTION FUNDING ADVISORY BOARD, will conduct an evaluation and planning session for FY 2008/09 in conjunction with the city of St. Petersburg Social Services Allocations Committee and staff, Room 101, Park Station, 5851 Park Boulevard, Pinellas Park. (727) 464-8410 |
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Saturday, January 17, 2009 |
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Jan 17 |
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. |
Market in the Park
Location: 12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo
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Market in the Park is home to 30-plus booths selling unique items, not always found in chain stores. Farm-fresh produce, natural products and gardening items are the mainstay of the market. The list of products includes everything natural from stuffed breads, herbs and hot sauces to honey, coffee and nuts. Handmade soaps, soft cotton products and bird feeders may be sold. New this year, horticultural-friendly craft products are for sale. Entertainment and educational booths add a distinctly different touch, and food is sold for vendors and visitors. Dogs, on leashes, are welcome to wander with their families. Free admission, on-site restrooms and plenty of room to roam make this market convenient and accessible. The market is held in the Pinellas County Extension parking lot at 12520 Ulmerton Road in Largo. It is located off 125th Street between Walsingham and Ulmerton roads, next to Heritage Village. |
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Jan 17 |
9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. |
Guided Nature Walk at Chesnut Park
Location: John Chesnut Park
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Chesnut Park, 2200 East Lake Road, Palm Harbor Explore the outdoors and discover plants naturally found in wetlands and pine flatwoods. Learn how these plants have been used over the years. Visit points along Brooker Creek and enjoy the view of Lake Tarpon. Free. Registration is required by calling (727) 669-1951. |
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Jan 17 |
9 a.m. - 11 a.m. |
Guided Hike at Brooker Creek Preserve
Location: Brooker Creek Preserve
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Brooker Creek Preserve, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs Take a walk through time on a guided hike along the Brooker Creek Preserve Education Trail. Join in this walk, see how the land has changed over time and discuss the ecological footprints left by those changes. All ages welcome, but children younger than 6 may find the hike challenging. Free. Pre-registration is required by noon on Friday by calling (727) 453-6800. |
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Jan 17 |
9 a.m. - 11 a.m. |
Saturday Guided Hike at Weedon Island Preserve
Location: Weedon Island Preserve
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Weedon Island Preserve, 1800 Weedon Drive N.E., St. Petersburg Take a two-hour hike with the experts through Weedon Island Preserve’s coastal mangrove and upland ecosystems. Learn about the coastal environment and the Preserve’s early residents. Please reserve your space by 2 p.m. on Friday. Free. To register, call (727) 453-6500. |
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Jan 17 |
10 a.m. - 11 a.m. |
Fort De Soto Park Nature Walk
Location: Fort De Soto Park
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Ft. De Soto Park, 3500 Pinellas Bayway S., Tierra Verde Come and enjoy the beauty of Ft. De Soto Park with a free one-hour nature walk great for the entire family. A Beach Nature Walk is planned. Call the park for tour information and meeting locations. Registration required by calling (727) 582-2267. |
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Jan 17 |
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. |
A Tisket, A Tasket--Weave Yourself a Basket
Location: Heritage Village
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Heritage Village, 11909 125th St. N., Largo Join instructors Angela Jones and her daughter, Alexis, second and third generation basket weavers, and create a basket while learning basic and intermediate skills. Fee per class, including materials, is $35 for Pinellas County Historical Society members and $40 for non-members. To register, log onto www.pinellascounty.org/heritage, call (727) 582-2426 or email heritagevillage@pinellascounty.org. |
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Jan 17 |
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
Vegetable Gardening Workshop
Location: Weedon Island Preserve
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Weedon Island Preserve, 1800 Weedon Drive N.E., St. Petersburg With food prices rising, growing vegetables in the garden may help take some of the bite out of those costs. Attend a free Vegetable Gardening Workshop and be prepared for the winter/spring growing season in Pinellas County with Pam Brown from Pinellas County Extension. Learn how to choose a good location for the garden or containers, prepare the soil, design the garden and plant and care for the crop. This event is free, open to the public and best for adults. Registration is required by calling (727) 453-6500. |
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Jan 17 |
1 p.m. - 2 p.m. |
Nuts About Pines
Location: Brooker Creek Preserve
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Brooker Creek Preserve, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs Enjoy an outdoor excursion to learn to distinguish species of pine and learn how humans and wildlife alike benefit from these common trees. Learn how many animals are just nuts about pines using them for food and shelter. Free and great for families with children ages 10 and up. To register, call (727) 453-6800. |
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