North Pinellas calendar of events

Today

Teens ages 13-18 with an interest in art are invited to attend a beginner course on watercolor techniques starting at 6 p.m. today, Mar. 18 and 25 at Palm Harbor Library, 2330 Nebraska Ave. Space is limited. Sign up in person only. A $5 nonrefundable materials fee is due at sign up. Call (727) 784-3332, ext. 3006.

Today

"Armchair Travelers" series: Join experienced world travelers as they share their adventures in Alaska at 2 p.m. at Palm Harbor Library, 2330 Nebraska Ave. Call (727) 784-3332, ext. 3006.

Meet the artist: Enjoy free "Coffee and Conversation" with Karen Baker, an award-winning artist, at noon at Dunedin Fine Art Center, 1143 Michigan Ave. Call (727) 298-3322 or visit dfac.org.

Meet the author: Bill South will discuss his new mystery novel, Flash Drive, at 6:30 p.m. at Palm Harbor Library, 2330 Nebraska Ave. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing. Call (727) 784-3332, ext. 3006.

Thursday night bingo: Games begin at 7 p.m. at Tarpon Springs Yacht Club, 350 N Spring Blvd. Call (727) 934-2136.

Genealogy help: Members of the Caladesi Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, are available to assist the public with genealogy research from 1-3 p.m. Thursdays at Dunedin Public Library, 223 Douglas Ave. No appointment necessary. Call (727) 733-5383.

Harvest marketplace: Outdoor shopping offers fresh produce, specialty foods, green goods, original creations and live music, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Thursday at Ulmer Park, 301 West Bay Drive, Largo. Call (727) 587-6740, ext. 5015.

Safety Harbor Farmers Market: 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. every Thursday at the Gazebo at John Wilson Park, 401 Main St., featuring fresh and organic produce, plants and flowers, gourmet foods, baked goods, jewelry, light snacks and more. Call Bob Fernandez at (727) 461-7674.

Learn about Zumba: Rita Ballard, instructor with Flava Fitness Studio, will be the guest speaker at a 6 p.m. meeting of the Kiwanis Club of Springtime City at Clearwater Country Club, 525 N Betty Lane. Call (727) 725-7549 or visit kiwanis.org/club/springtimecity.

Friday

Legendary musical: Eight O'Clock Theatre presents Gypsy, the tale of a relentless stage mother traveling the country with her two daughters, opening at 8 p.m. at Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive, 8 p.m. performances Thursday through Saturday, with 2 p.m. matinees Sunday through March 28. $26 adults, $16 students age 19 and younger with ID. Call (727) 587-6793 or visit LargoArts.com.

Battle of the bands: Some of the best local talent will take the stage in the third annual competition from 5-10 p.m. at Largo Community Center, 65 Fourth St. For details, call Craig Dolan at (727) 518-3146 or e-mail cdolan@largo.com.

Shamrock'n Run/Walk: Largo presents the Shamrock'n Run 5K and 1.5-mile walk, 7-10 p.m. at Ulmer Park, 301 West Bay Drive. Registration begins at 5:30; pre-registration available. The event includes post-race meal, refreshments, award ceremony and music by Buffalo Strange. Call (727) 587-6740, ext. 5016.

Popular musical: Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, will be performed at 8 p.m. Friday, Saturday, March 19, 20, 26 and 27; and 2 p.m. Sunday, March 21 and 28 at Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center, 324 Pine St. Tickets: $16, $14 members, $12 students. Call (727) 942-5605.

Colonial ancestry: The Berkeley Plantation Chapter, National Society Colonial Dames XVII Century will meet at noon at Stacey's Buffet, 1451 S Missouri Ave., Clearwater. Any woman age 18 or older who is interested in colonial research and is a lineal descendant of someone who lived and served prior to 1701 in the original 13 colonies is invited to attend. Call (727) 733-5383.

Fish dinner: The Knights of Columbus offers baked or fried fish dinners with all the trimmings, 4-7 p.m. every Friday through April 2 at 1251 San Christopher Drive, Dunedin. $8 per person. Call (727) 365-2582.

Jam session: Bring a lawn chair, musical instrument or just sing along with the Snow Birds, musicians who come from all points north, for country jams, from 1-3 p.m. every Friday through April 9 at Heritage Village, 11909 125th St. N, Largo. Parking available on 125th Street. Call (727) 582-2123.

Sunset Sounds: Unwind with family and friends at this free music series, 7-9 p.m. the second Friday of each month at Ulmer Park, 301 West Bay Drive, Largo. For information, call (727) 587-6740, ext. 5014 or visit Largo Events.com.

Dunedin's Green Market: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Friday until the end of April in Pioneer Park, at Main Street and Douglas Avenue. Market features produce, cheese, seafood, plants and herbs, honey, organic products and more. Call Richard Kendler at (727) 733-4215.

Saturday

Market in the park: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. every Saturday through April 17 at Heritage Village, 11909 125th St., Largo. At least 36 vendors will offer fresh produce, seafood, honey, all-natural pet treats, hot sauces, crafts and more. Pinellas County Extension will provide several educational booths. Call market manager Richard Kendler at (727) 733-4215.

Second Saturday event: An Art Walk is scheduled from noon-4 p.m. on the sidewalks along Tarpon Avenue in the historic downtown area of Tarpon Springs. The event features artists painting, showing and selling their work; strolling musicians; a face painter; caricaturist; and special restaurant offerings. Call Heather at (727) 937-7125.

Mobile collection: A household electronics/chemical collection event will be from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Clearwater Home Depot, 2495 Gulf-To-Bay Blvd. No walkups. Free for Pinellas County residents; businesses pay reduced fees. For more information, contact Pinellas County Utilities at (727) 464-7500 or visit pinellascounty.org/utilities.

Feel the beat: A Latin dancing program taught by Alfredo Esteves featuring bachata and zumba for teens ages 14-20 will be at 3 p.m. at Clearwater East Library, 2251 Drew St. Free. Call (727) 562-4970.

Backgammon tournament: Tampa Bay Backgammon Club will host a tournament at Hampton Inn & Suites, 39284 U.S. 19 N, Tarpon Springs. For times and registration, call (727) 743-0500.

Junk in the trunk: Sellers will fill their automobile trunks and offer items for sale from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Safety Harbor Community Center, 650 Ninth Ave. Call (727) 724-1530.

Meet the artist: Meet Russian-born artist Maya Eventov and view her work from 6-8 p.m. at Syd Entel Galleries, 247 Main St., Safety Harbor. Call (727) 725-1808.

Beach bird walk: Join the Clearwater Audubon Society on a bird walk at 8 a.m. at Dunedin's Honeymoon Island State Park. Meet behind the McDonald's at the corner of Alt. U.S. 19 and Curlew Road. Park entry fees: $8 per vehicle with 2-8 people; $4 for single occupant vehicle. Call John Hood at (727) 461-4762.

Clearwater Bomber Day: Former members of the world championship fast-pitch softball team will meet and greet fans, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Plumb House Museum, 1380 S Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., Clearwater. Call Dean Robinson at (727) 442-9011.

Learn to paint roses: An acrylic painting class on the subject of roses will be at 1 p.m. at East Lake Community Library, 4125 East Lake Road. To register, call (727) 773-2665.

Nature walk: Explore the outdoors on a guided nature walk, 9-10:30 a.m. at Chesnut Park, 2200 East Lake Road. Visit points along Brooker Creek and enjoy the view of Lake Tarpon. Registration required. Call (727) 669-1951.