Pinellas calendar of events

Today

Mature driving classes for drivers older than 50 are taught by trained volunteers in two, four-hour sessions. Graduates may be eligible for auto insurance discounts for the following three years. For details on class, call toll-free 1-888-227-7669.

Prayer breakfast: Father Ron Kowalski, the new priest at the Episcopal Church of the Good Samaritan, will be the guest speaker at the Upper Pinellas Kiwanis Club's Annual Prayer Breakfast at 7:30 a.m. at Clearwater Country Club, 525 N Betty Lane. Public is welcome to attend. For reservations, call (727) 725-7549. Visit kiwanis.org/club/springtimecity.

Nature's finery: Enjoy Florida's natural beauty at the Florida Botanical Gardens at 12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo. Stroll through hundreds of blooming flowers and plants and native and non-native ornamentals. Free and open to the public daily 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Call (727) 582-2581 or visit www.flbg.org.

Beach event: Celebrate the end of day with arts, crafts and entertainment at Sunsets at Pier 60, Clearwater Beach and hear a variety of music nightly. Event begins two hours before sunset, ends two hours after, weather permitting. Call (727) 449-1036.

Thursday

Enjoy nature: Largo Central Park is a beautiful, 70-acre park at 101 Central Park Drive with picnic pavilions, restroom facilities, James S. Miles & Richard A. Leandri Military Court of Honor and Rainbow Rotary Playground, one of the only playgrounds in the bay area completely accessible to disabled users. Open 5 a.m.-11 p.m. daily. Call (727) 586-7415 for rental.

Friday

Pink Floyd's "The Wall": WMNF-FM 88.5 presents the Vodkanauts and special guests who will re-create this classic album along with some of Tampa Bay's best bands opening the show at 8 p.m. at Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive. $17 Advance, $20 day of show. For tickets call (727) 587-6793.

Friday bingo: VFW Post 2550 hosts bingo games every Friday at 360 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. Doors open at 10:30 a.m.; games begin at noon. Lunch will be available. Call (727) 733-6107.

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

Friday night fun: 5-8 p.m. every Friday at American Legion Post 119, 130 First Ave. SW, Largo. Seafood or chicken dinners will be available. Cost is $6.50. Bill Johnson and his karaoke machine will entertain 7-11 p.m. Call (727) 584-2038.

Twice-a-week bingo: Open to the public, games start at 12:15 p.m. every Tuesday and Friday at American Legion Post 275, 360 Wilson St., Dunedin. Prizes and jackpots awarded. Call (727) 733-8153.

Fish fry: Enjoy a fish fry dinner 5-8 p.m. every Friday at American Legion Post 7, 1760 Turner St., Clearwater. Live entertainment at 7 p.m. Proceeds help support the troops. The post also accepts old cell phones and flags for proper disposal. Call (727) 442-5293.

Light the way home: Purchase a strand of lights for $15 to remember or honor a loved one or pet in your life. Illumination begins at sundown and will continue daily until 11 p.m. Jan. 1 at the Humane Society of Pinellas, 3040 State Road 590, Clearwater. Call (727) 797-7722.

Saturday

Holiday glow: The Florida Botanical Gardens will glow with more than 400,000 lights 6-10 p.m. through Jan. 3 at 12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo. Nightly entertainment is provided by local artists giving their time and talent. Featured Saturday are the Lindblom Family Singers, Sweet Adelines, barbershop harmony and acoustic guitarist Frank "Doc" Hamilton. $2 minimum donation for adults, free for children 12 and younger. Call (727) 582-2247.

The Lettermen in concert: The Lettermen, one of the defining groups of the 1960s, will present a holiday show at 2 and 8 p.m. at Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive. $35 VIP, $30 advance, $35 day of show, $27 seniors. For tickets call (727) 587-6793.

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.

Dinner and music: 5-8 p.m. every Saturday at American Legion Post 119, 130 First Ave. SW, Largo. Filet mignon, potato and salad will be featured. Cost is $7.50. Music provided by Ann Marie. Call (727) 584-2038.

Free ski show: The Tampa Bay Water Ski Show Team will perform its final show of the season at 4 p.m. on Tower Lake off Douglas Road in Oldsmar. Concessions available or bring your own picnic. For directions and team information visit tampawaterski.com.

Guided hikes: Experience the natural beauty of Florida with free guided hikes through Brooker Creek Preserve's Education Center Trail, 3940 Keystone Road, East Lake. Hikes are 9-11 a.m. Saturdays. Advance registration is required. Call (727) 453-6800.

Holiday bazaar: Get a jump on your holiday shopping and help support the Humane Society of Pinellas at a holiday bazaar 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at 3040 State Road 590, Clearwater. A variety of vendors will sell both pet- and people-related gifts. Call (727) 797-7722.

Art show: The Creative Artists Guild will present an outdoor art show 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in Pioneer Park, corner of Main Street and Douglas Avenue. Visit creative-artists-guild.com.

Craft Fest: The 19th annual Thanksgiving Weekend Craft Fest will be 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday along Court Street in downtown Tarpon Springs with a blend of contemporary original works. Call (727) 937-6109.

Photos with Santa: The jolly old elf himself will be available for photos with you, your pet and the entire family 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Sunday, Dec. 5, and Dec. 12-13 at the Humane Society of Pinellas, 3040 State Road 590, Clearwater. No appointment necessary. Call (727) 797-7722.

Held over: West Coast Players present The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) at 8 p.m. To reach the theater, take U.S. 19 to Drew Street, turn east toward Best Buy, then left at the light at Best Buy onto the access road. Follow the access road to the stop sign and turn right into the first group of units. $18 general admission, $15 seniors/students/military. Call (727) 437-2363.