Here’s a look at some of the noteworthy events, experiences and happenings taking place around the area this week.
Events
Silent Fire
Susan Smiley-Height talks with a local board-certified family medicine physician about the quiet but significant role inflammation plays in overall health.
SPL Issue Party
DōMA Home Furnishings / March 19
Fashion in Bloom
Mahaffey Theater / April 10
Dreammaker Luncheon
Armature Works / April 1
Global Warming
Nanette Wiser discovers international heat at the St. Petersburg Jazz Festival.
Full Bloom
Lyrical lady and botanical artist June Bunch is a wellspring of inspiration and inventiveness. Nanette Wiser explores her garden of creativity.
Leading Women Issue Party
House of Vegano / January 15
Academy Prep Evening of Dreams
The James Museum / February 7
John Legend Returns To The Voice And Tampa Bay
The multi-award-winning singer-songwriter is back on The Voice and heading back to Tampa Bay for an intimate concert event.
Spirited Storytelling
The former house of renowned novelist and poet Jack Kerouac, a founder of the Beat Generation who pioneered “spontaneous prose,” now serves as the setting for a monthly gathering that sparks spirited connections.
Lara Dallman-Weiss: Sailing A Small World
A two-time Olympian and Eckerd graduate
Lara Dallman-Weiss proves how community weaves through the sailing world.
SAVOR St. Pete
Vinoy Park / November 1st & 2nd
Be the Voice Gala
Power Design Campus / October 25
Smooth Sailing
The largest boat show in Florida is heading to St. Pete’s downtown waterfront for an epic four-day exhibition.
Speed & Strength
The 22nd annual Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, set for February 27th through March 1st, will transform the spectacular downtown waterfront into a three-day celebration of racing, festivities and entertainment.
Five Questions With Fortune Feimster
Fresh off voicing a lesbian beaver in Zootopia 2, co-hosting the podcast Handsome with fellow funny people Tig Notaro and Mae Martin and filming season 2 of FUBAR with Arnold Schwarzenegger, comedian Fortune Feimster brings her Taking Care of Biscuits Comedy Tour to St. Pete.
Lens as Legacy
Marcia Biggs explores a new exhibit at The James Museum showcasing rare photographs from a 30-year project documenting Native American people and tribes.
Take Note
Family-friendly tips for Florida Orchestra concerts
The Big Give
Two community giving groups join forces for a night of collective impact.
Jazz Holiday
Clearwater’s beloved Suncoast Jazz Festival
hits a high note for its 35th year.
Boots on the Bay
Dust off your boots for the Burg’s first-ever country music festival.
Rays On The Runway
Power Design / August 23
Butterfly Ball
The Vinoy / September 25
Fabulous Females
Waldorf Astoria Residences / September 22
Issue Party – Style & Design
Gibson’s on Central / September 18
Shining On
SHINE Mural Festival, St. Pete’s annual art bash that transforms the city into a living outdoor museum, is set to return with a focus on local artists.
Fast Forward
Barbara Green shares the inside scoop on South St. Petersburg’s newest 5K run, a vibrant celebration of health and community.
A Culinary Celebration
SAVOR St. Pete returns, bigger, bolder and more delicious than ever.
z•aa Anniversary Party
z•aa dress up studio / August 9
Woodson Warriors Ceremony
St. Petersburg College Allstate Center on May 17th
SPL Best of 2025 Bash
The Floridian Social / JULY 24
Two Events. One Mission.
This fall, the Celma Mastry Ovarian Cancer Foundation invites the community to unite for two unforgettable experiences benefiting ovarian cancer awareness.
Beyond the Bite
Auguste Escoffier, the legendary French chef, restaurateur and culinary writer once remarked “Good food is the foundation of genuine happiness.” At our Best of 2025 VIP event, some of our winners and sponsors spread that happiness one bite at a time.
Making Her Mark
March is Women’s History Month, a time to reflect on the frequently overlooked contributions of women in our society, so we wanted to share some ways you can learn about the fascinating local women who made history.
Inviting Tension
Keaton Fox talks about the origin of her new immersive art installation, the Quiet at Heart, which will run from July 5th through August 30th at FloridaRAMA.
SPL Best Life Issue Party
The Melting Pot / May 22
Improving Care
Physician and thought-leader Dr. Uche Blackstock spends an evening with doctors and clinicians in St. Pete.
Disco in the Desert
James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art / March 15
SPL Spring Soirée
Rob Bowen Design / April 16
Arts Alliance Garden Party
Vinoy Resort & Golf Club / March 30
Sacred Geometry
Two distinct visions of the American West combine in a dynamic pairing that celebrates the storied frontier and the beauty of life.
Ruthamania!
Beloved for his role in making the city famous and his contributions to the local community, Babe Ruth was recently honored with a special day.
Into the Light
Celebrating its 50th year, the annual Mainsail Art Festival will once again light up St. Pete.

















































