WebEvent: Week of January 4, 2009

Sunday, January 4, 2009

	Jan 4	1 p.m. - 4 p.m.	Meet the Artist--Tampa Bay Plein Air Painters Location: Brooker Creek Preserve Details: 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.

	Jan 4	6 p.m. - 10 p.m.	Holiday Garden Lights at Florida Botanical Gardens Location: Florida Botanical Gardens Details: 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.
Monday, January 5, 2009

	Jan 5	3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.	Health & Human Services Coordinating Council Policy Board Location: 5th Floor Commissioner�s Conference Room Details: 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
Tuesday, January 6, 2009

	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

	Jan 6	9:30 a.m.	Board of County Commissioners Location: Pinellas County Courthouse Details: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, 5th Floor Assembly Room, Pinellas County Courthouse, 315 Court Street, Clearwater. (727) 464-3485

	Jan 6	1 p.m. - 3 p.m.	Health & Human Services Coordinating Council Mental Health/Substance Abuse Subcommittee Location: Pinellas County Courthouse Details: 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
Wednesday, January 7, 2009

	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.

	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.

	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 Details: 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

	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.
Thursday, January 8, 2009

	Jan 8	9 a.m.	Planning and Zoning Examiner's Hearing Location: Pinellas County Courthouse Details: PLANNING AND ZONING EXAMINER'S HEARING, 5th Floor Assembly Room, Pinellas County Courthouse, 315 Court Street, Clearwater. (727) 464-3888

	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 Details: 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.

	Jan 8	10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.	Book Time at Brooker Creek--The Grouchy Ladybug Location: Brooker Creek Preserve Details: 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.

	Jan 8	6:30 p.m.	Personnel Board Location: Pinellas County Courthouse Details: PERSONNEL BOARD, 5th Floor Assembly Room, Pinellas County Courthouse, 315 Court Street, Clearwater. (727) 464-4028

	Jan 8	6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.	Step into the Kitchen--Families Cooking Together Location: All Children's Education Center Details: 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.

	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.
Friday, January 9, 2009

	Jan 9	9 a.m. - 4 p.m.	Adult Ecology Workshop--Ferns & Epiphytes Location: Brooker Creek Preserve Details: 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.

	Jan 9	1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.	Homeless Leadership Network Location: EpiCenter, Largo Details: HOMELESS LEADERSHIP NETWORK, EpiCenter, 13805 58th Street N, Largo. (727) 528-5762

	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.

	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.
Saturday, January 10, 2009

	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.

	Jan 10	9 a.m. - 11 a.m.	Guided Hike at Brooker Creek Preserve Location: Brooker Creek Preserve Details: 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.

	Jan 10	9 a.m. - 11 a.m.	Saturday Guided Hike at Weedon Island Preserve Location: Weedon Island Preserve Details: 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.

	Jan 10	10 a.m. - 11 a.m.	GEt Cooking Demonstration--Nutrition Packed Cauliflower Hits the Plate Location: Pinellas County Extension Details: 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.

	Jan 10	10 a.m. - 11 a.m.	Family Fun Learning at Pinellas County Market in the Park Location: Pinellas County Extension Details: 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.

	Jan 10	10 a.m. - 11 a.m.	Fort De Soto Nature Walk Location: Fort De Soto Park Details: 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.

	Jan 10	10 a.m. - 12 p.m.	Volunteer Open House at Heritage Village Location: Heritage Village Details: 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.

	Jan 10	1 p.m. - 3 p.m.	Break the Time Barrier at Heritage Village Family Fun Afternoon Location: Heritage Village Details: 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.

	Jan 10	1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.	The Mystery of the Skull Location: Brooker Creek Preserve Details: 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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