Entries by Marcia Biggs
The Sun Shines Here – Going Solar
St. Pete residents are jumping on the solar energy bandwagon with the help of a solar co-op.
St. Petersburg: A City Worth Saving
Preserving and honoring the city’s past is the mission of one organization and many individuals who call the Sunshine City home
BY PETER BELMONT
St. Petersburg is special. It’s easy to see why as y… Read more »
How St. Pete Became The Sunshine City
Vintage St. Pete
BY PETER BELMONT
Most point to the 1888 arrival of the Orange Belt Railroad as marking the city’s start. It wasn’t exactly a booming metropolis at that point. The story goes that a Savannah shoe s… Read more »
St. Pete Historic Walking Tours
GET TO KNOW THE BURG
Guided tours are the perfect way to get to know a city and a neighborhood. Preserve the Burg offers a regular schedule of walking and bike tours. Reservations are highly recommended as the tou… Read more »
NEIGHBORHOODS: Historic Kenwood
Historic Kenwood
St. Pete’s first suburb is now a charming and vital city neighborhood
BY LAURA MCGRATH
When Philadelphian Charles Hall first came to St. Petersburg in 1912, he bought up 160 acres of vacant lan… Read more »
Sunscreen Film Festival Headed to St. Pete
Screenings, social soirees and lots of interaction with professionals makes the St. Pete film fest a winner
BY CINDY COCKBURN
With over 3,000 film festivals taking place around the globe, there really … Read more »
American Stage Celebrates 40 Years
St. Petersburg’s heralded professional theater company amazes with thoughtful, provocative and entertaining performances that reach out to everyone.
BY CINDY STOVALL
As many of us wh… Read more »
American Stage in the Park
WHAT: The Producers
WHEN: April 18 through May 13
WHERE: Demens Landing Park, Bayshore Drive and 2nd Avenue South, downtown St. Petersburg
ADMISSION: Varies depending on day, save by purchasing advan… Read more »
Beauty & the Burg – Arts Beat by Cindy Stovall
BY CINDY STOVALL
I’m baaack, and I want to thank you for all the lovely feedback on my maiden article in the previous issue of St. Pete Life. It really is a joy and a privilege to bring you news from the ‘Burg’s ever-e… Read more »
March/April St. Pete Events
GOT BLUES?
The Tampa Bay Blues Festival returns to Vinoy Park in downtown St. Petersburg April 6-8. Headliners this year include Robert Cray, Beth Hart and John Nemeth on Friday; Buddy Guy, Ronnie Earle … Read more »
Events at The Palladium
Valerie Gillespie Celebrates Women’s History
7:30 pm March 29
Palladium Side Door
Known for her smokin’ saxophone, Tampa Bay jazz artist Valerie Gillespie graces the stage of the Palladium’s S… Read more »
Festivals of Speed Comes to St. Pete March 25
A dazzling array of power and steel comes to town for one spectacular day
St. Pete’s waterfront will be the center of attention on Sunday, March 25, when the 15th annual Festivals of Speed presente… Read more »
Dali/Duchamp Chess Day Set for March 29
CHESS DAY AT THE DALI
Thursday, March 29
10 am to 4 pm
Free event admission, parking $10 until 5 pm, admission to museum galleries extra
thedali.org (727) 823-3767
As a salute to the Dali/Duc… Read more »
Top 10 Brunch Spots in St. Petersburg
Mimosa or Bloody Mary?
Weekend mornings are made for sipping and noshing at one of The Burg’s top brunch spots
BY LORI BROWN
It’s the weekend and time to treat yourself to a terrific brunch, but wher… Read more »
DINING OUT: Sola Bistro & Wine Bar
Sola Wonderful
Expect the unexpected at this intimate dining spot in busy St. Pete Beach
BY KEVIN GODBEE
Sola Bistro & Wine Bar is definitely not your typical beach spot. Many beach eateries cater to … Read more »
DINING OUT: MidiCi Neapolitan Pizza Company
Now Thatza Pizza!
Authentic Italian pies, atmosphere make MidiCi worth a trip to the mall
BY GINA DE LUCIA
At MidiCi Neapolitan Pizza Company, the focus isn’t just on the pies. The space is a gorgeo… Read more »
FOOD BITES Restaurant News
FOOD BITES
It’s hip, it’s funky, it’s so un-stuffy and cool that it’s almost hard to believe you are chilling at the distinguished Renaissance Vinoy. Paul’s Landing, the hotel/resort’s new pool… Read more »
CONVERSATION: Vincent Jackson
VINCENT JACKSON
SPL recently caught up with former Buccaneer wide receiver Vincent Jackson. Now a respected Tampa Bay businessman and foundation director, Jackson is excited about his future and working in … Read more »
CONVERSATION: Jerry Penacoli
JERRY PENACOLI
TV personality goes from the Red Carpet to Old Northeast
BY CINDY COCKBURN
The last time I saw Jerry Penacoli, he had just finished taping a segment with co-host Cyndi Edwards on the set of the NBC &… Read more »
St. Pete Yacht Club – Regata del Sol
THE TRADITION CONTINUES
Regata del Sol al Sol Celebrates 50 Years of Sailing from St. Pete to Isla Mujeres
BY CINDY COCKBURN
It’s a beautiful time of year to set sail anywhere from the downtown St. Petersburg Yac… Read more »
REVIEW: Operation Finale at Florida Holocaust Museum
The first exhibition in the United States to fully document the pursuit, capture, extradition, and trial of a Nazi war criminal, Operation Finale: The Capture & Trial of Adolf Eichmann is one of the … Read more »
St. Petersburg Residents Go Solar
Shine On
St. Petersburg is turning to sun-powered living
BY ELIZABETH TAYLOR
The Sunshine City is proving worthy of its moniker as an increasing number of residents and businesses convert to sol… Read more »
TRAVEL: Sawgrass a Golfer’s Dream
The legendary golf resort is an oasis of beauty and luxury on Florida’s East Coast
THE PLAYERS CHAMPIONSHIP
MAY 8-13
TPC Sawgrass Ponte Vedra Beach
For more information and tickets… Read more »
FASHION: Men’s Accessories Can Say A Lot
THE SMALL THINGS
From head to foot, men can say a lot about style with accessories
BY JOSE MARTINEZ
As our average temperature starts to climb in St. Pete, a typical conundrum for many is how to wear less whi… Read more »
FASHION: Make a Statement in Black and White
BY MEGAN SIMONS
When it comes to fashion, what if black and white is your palette of preference? I have good news for you – your favorite colors are timeless and as popular as ever, and there are many ways in which yo… Read more »
WINE COL: Healthy Living Through Wine
BY EDITH SWIERZBINSKI
One of the most commonly asked questions in my shop is “Do you carry organic wine?” I do have a nice selection of organic, biodynamic, sustainable, no sulfite added, natural, glute… Read more »
ArtPool: Vintage Goes Retro
Indie fashion, local art and cool accessories are the hallmark of this hip boutique
BY ALEXANDRIA JONES
Vintage shopping brings back fond memories for me. Getting something from a different era is exci… Read more »
Start Your Engines! The St. Pete Grand Prix is Coming
BY MARCIA BIGGS
World-class Indy Car racing will be roaring through the streets of downtown St. Petersburg March 9-11, promising the same high-energy excitement as in previous years.
Three days of champions… Read more »
Imagine – St Pete’s New Glass Museum
Imagine Museum is a welcome addition to the vibrant St. Pete arts scene
By Marcia Biggs
John Lennon would no doubt be amused. The new Imagine Museum, in the heart of St. Petersburg’s up-and-coming Grand C… Read more »
Go With the Flow – Drop-In Yoga Classes Popping Up Everywhere
Intimidated by yoga? Don’t be! Yoga stimulates your circulatory, digestive, and lymphatic systems, helping rid your body of waste and toxins. In addition, yoga helps the spinal column remain f… Read more »
Sea Salt Serves Up Heart-Healthy Dishes
By Cindy Cockburn
Healthy St. Pete is a citywide community engagement and empowerment initiative that encourages the community to EAT, PLAY, SHOP and LIVE healthy. Deputy Mayor Dr. Kanika Tomalin kicked off … Read more »
DINING OUT: Ichicoro Ane
Downtown welcomes a sprawling ramen restaurant that will bowl you over
BY LORI BROWN
Ichicoro Ane opened downtown in the space formerly occupied by Café Alma and Station House. The origin… Read more »
Top 10 Romantic Restaurants Around St. Pete
With its picturesque waterfront, abundance of al fresco dining and beautiful beaches, St. Petersburg abounds in options for an intimate evening out.
By KEVIN GODBEE
Whether you’re a guy or a gal… Read more »
CONVERSATION: Sebastien Bourdais Race Car Champion
The winner of the 2017 Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg lives in the Sunshine City
BY MARCIA BIGGS
In the world of race car driving, traveling is a way of life. Testing, racing, meeting with team engineers a… Read more »
CONVERSATION: Anne Drake McMullen St Pete Chamber Chair
By Cindy Cockburn
The last time I had lunch with Anne Drake McMullen, it took weeks to get on her calendar. We were sitting at an outdoor café on Beach Drive, overlooking the Bay on a sunny day and my friend, t… Read more »
CONVERSATION: Dr. Angela Turner, Bayfront Health Cardiologist
Dr. Angela Turner, DO
Cardiologist at Bayfront Health, St. Petersburg
A passion to help people live longer, healthier lives is at the heart of each day for Dr. Angela Turner. Part of the three-person cardiolog… Read more »
Tony Bennett Left His Heart in St. Pete
By Cindy Cockburn
Tony Bennett can’t wait to come back to our city. Get ready St. Pete. The 19-time Grammy award-winning singer, whose music spans over six decades, will grace the stage on February 9 at th… Read more »
Beatle Mania – 5 Tribute Concerts on Tap
Twist and shout, Beatles fans! Five Tampa Bay tributes to the Fab Four are coming to Tampa Bay. Get out your go-go boots and love beads for one of these concerts:
THE MERSEY BEATLES: FOUR LADS FROM LIVERPOOL
… Read more »
St. Pete Jazz Festival is Coming
The 10th annual St. Petersburg Jazz Festival presents five nights of smooth sounds, along with jumpin’ and jivin’ to hot Latin and Big Band sounds February 21-25 in the intimate setting of … Read more »
Arts&Culture: Beauty & The Burg by Cindy Stovall
BY CINDY STOVALL
Greetings to my friends, listeners, and all lovers of the artful life here in our Beautiful Burg. It is an honor to be a contributor to a publication so rich in visual appeal and compelling conten… Read more »
Arts&Culture: Dali Duchamp/Costumes of Star Wars
Star Wars and the Power of Costume
Museum of Fine Arts
255 Beach Dr NE
St. Petersburg 33701
(727) 896-2667
Through April 1, 2018
For ticket prices and hours, call the museum or go to mfastpete.org
Take a jou… Read more »
Concerts – Celtic Woman, Sound of Gospel, Piano Stomp, Michael Lynch
Celtic Woman
March 2 8 pm
Mahaffey Theater
400 1st Street SE, St. Petersburg
Ireland’s most talented singers, musicians, and dancers take over the stage of the Mahaffey Theater on March 2 f… Read more »
No Sweat – Athleisure Wear Fabric Technology
New fabric technology keeps you looking and feeling cool even in the Florida heat
BY JOSE MARTINEZ
As we aspire to reduce our waist lines and improve our health and quality of life in 2018, outside of naked yoga, w… Read more »
Romantic Florals Never Go Out of Style
BY MEGAN SIMONS
Valentine’s Day is the time to celebrate, we express our emotions and devotions to our true loves and we build memories. But what is the one thing that stays in our minds the longest, what is the one … Read more »
Stylish Burgers – Jose & Natalie Martinez
Tell us a little about your backgrounds:
Jose is the owner of Sartorial Inc., a new men’s fashion boutique in downtown St. Pete. Natalie is a wedding coordinator and special events planner in St. Pete and all ove… Read more »
NEIGHBORHOODS: Snell Isle
Waterfront views and historic charm are the essence of living in this upscale enclave
Photography by Kathleen M. Finnerty
Story by Marcia Biggs
Snell Isle, just minutes from the hustle and bustle of dow… Read more »