LET'S GO FOR THREE IN A ROW!

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Through March 3, the public is encouraged to help St. Petersburg capture the number one Top 25 Arts Destination title for a third year in a row by casting a vote in the annual AmericanStyle magazine (www.americanstyle.com) readers' poll. Results will be announced in May.

St. Petersburg's arts initiative has transformed the 600 block of Central Ave.; introduced more than 100,000 guests to The Chihuly Collection, and celebrated the Dali Museum's one year birthday and a more‑than‑double attendance figure of 370,000 visitors.

And new Arts and Entertainment Pass, valued at more than $110, offers visits to selected museums and galleries, performances at The Mahaffey and discounted dining. Read more about arts and culture in St. Petersburg.

ROCK 'N' ROLL HALF MARATHON LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS!

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Volunteers are needed for the Rock ‘n’ Roll St. Pete Half Marathon, happening February 9-12. Support the community of St. Petersburg and help make this event spectacular, there’s a spot for everyone! Sign up to volunteer!

NICE WEATHER FOR CHECKING OUT THE BLUEWAY TRAILS!

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Enjoy St. Petersburg's Blueway canoe, kayak and SUP trails. Each trail offers a unique opportunity to explore the area's abundant wildlife, diverse scenery and rich history. Learn more at stpete.org/blueways or call (727) 893-7441 for a trail guide.

JURY SELECTS "THE LENS" AS TOP PIER DESIGN

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St. Petersburg's Pier Jury unanimously selected Michael Maltzan's design, "The Lens" as the top ranked design of the three finalists. “The Wave”, Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) ranked second. This caps off an International Design Competition that attracted some of the best architectural design teams in the world. The finalists presented their design concepts to the jury in a public meeting last December. City Council will discuss the ranking at a workshop on January 26 and again at the City Council meeting on February 2 where a final decision may be made. www.stpete.org/PierDesign .

RESERVE SEASON TICKETS NOW FOR SPRING BASEBALL!

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The ten game series runs from March 6 to March 18 at Al Lang Field and features the 2011 World Cup Championship team from the Netherlands, Team Canada and Team USA playing spring squads from the Tampa Bay Rays, Detroit Tigers, Philadelphia Phillies, Pittsburgh Pirates, Toronto Blue Jays and Atlanta Braves. Season tickets are only $80 -- a 36% discount off the single game price of $12.50. For schedule and ordering info, visit www.stpeteinternationalbaseball.com or call 727-551-3000.

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The Florida Orchestra: Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake Suite
Fri, January 27, 10am – 12pm Mahaffey Theater, 400 1st St. S. Lauded by The Toronto Star as a great pianist, Markus Groh returns to perform Bartoks vivacious and highly rhythmic musical roller coaster ride. Piano Concerto No. 2. In a night with Bartoks Divertimento and the sweeping balletic themes of Tchaikovskys famed Swan Lake Suite.

Art Festival Beth-El.
Temple Beth-El, 400 Pasadena Ave. S, Art Festival Beth-El is an invitational, judged, indoor exhibit and sale of original artwork including painting, photography, mixed media, glass, sculpture, metal, wood, ceramics, and jewelry.

Music Fest by the Bay. Every Sun.
Sun, January 29, 1pm – 4pm The Pier, 800 2nd Ave. N.E. Every Sunday The Pier hosts a new musical act for your listening pleasure at the Waterside Courtyard. Featuring local bands and musicians from a four county area with Top 40, Southern Rock, Classic Rock, Jazz and other types of music for your listening and/or dancing pleasure.