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North Pinellas Things To Do for Sunday, Nov. 17

 
Tampa Bay Times
Published Nov. 14, 2013

Events

Tarpon Springs Greek Food and Wine Festival: St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral hosts this celebration with foods from souvlaki to gyros, dancing, music, heritage and more. More than a dozen Greek wines and beers available for sale; bazaar with Greek items, artifacts and groceries; music featuring Odyssey Greek band; DJ; dance troupes; kids zone with bounce house and games. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. today. Free admission, charge for food and drink. Downtown along Tarpon Avenue. (727) 937-3540.

Downtown Dunedin Craft Festival: This annual juried outdoor festival returns with original handmade crafts and affordable gift items. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. today. Free. 271 Main St. (561) 746-6615; artfestival.com.

Speaking of History: Learn about historical sources that document the work of naturalists, conservationists, preservationists and environmentalists. 2 p.m. today. Free (donations appreciated). Heritage Village, 11909 125th St., Largo. (727) 582-2123; pinellascounty.org/heritage.

DAR Historical Marker Dedication: The Caladesi Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution will dedicate a historical marker on Caladesi Island as part of the state's Viva Florida 500 celebration. Joining the group will be characters from the island's varied past and the Clearwater Sons of the American Revolution in full regalia. Meet at the large shelter on the north path to the beach. For details, email CarolCaladesi@gmail.com. 1:30 p.m. Monday. Free. Caladesi Island State Park, Dunedin. (727) 469-5918; dar.org.

Women Helping Women In Need: The eighth annual women's symposium, hosted by Women in Networking, will include workshops covering a range of topics geared toward women, 50 exhibitors and the opportunity to network with more than 300 women. All proceeds will go to the Haven of RCS, supporting victims of domestic violence and providing domestic violence prevention programs. 5:30-9 p.m. Tuesday. $10 advance; $15 at the door. Nielsen Building, 501 Brooker Creek Blvd., Oldsmar; winsymposium.com.

Art

Dolphin Tale Art Experience: Children ages 5 and older can decorate a 7-inch-tall resin dolphin with some coaching from area artists. Event fee includes all supplies and entrance to Winter's Dolphin Tale Adventure. Register online or in person. 11 a.m. today. $39.95. Winter's Dolphin Tale Adventure, 300 Cleveland St., Clearwater. seewinter.com/adventure/about.

Art Critique: All artists are invited to bring unframed, unfinished paintings to the studio for a free critique. 10 a.m. Tuesday. Studio 1212, 1405 Cleveland St., Clearwater. (727) 466-4566; studio1212.org.

Markets

Crossroads Farmers Market: Vendors offer fresh produce, locally produced honey, food, baked goods, jewelry and crafts. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. today. Pop Stansell Park, 797 Florida Ave., Palm Harbor. (727) 724-3054.

Theater

HMS Pinafore: This musical comedy is a lighthearted take on how power and influence turn marriage into a mating game with more than love at stake. 2 p.m. today. $18; $16 members and students. Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center, 324 Pine St., Tarpon Springs. (727) 942-5605; tarpon arts.org.

Sugar Babies: This nostalgic burlesque musical features chorus girls, tap dancing, fan dancing, humor, songs and a very patriotic red, white and blue finale. Tickets available online. 2 p.m. today. $26 adults; $13 students. Francis Wilson Playhouse, 302 Seminole St., Clearwater. (727) 446-1360; franciswilsonplayhouse.org.

La Cage Aux Folles: This musical comedy classic tells the story of Georges and his partner, Albin. When Georges' son brings his fiancee's conservative parents home to meet the flashy pair, the bonds of family are put to the test. 2 p.m. today. $25.50; $23 group; $12.50 student 19 and younger. Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo. (727) 587-6793; largoarts.com.

Musical of Musicals: This musical about musicals is structured into five acts, each a short musical parodying the distinctive style of a different master of the form, from Rodgers and Hammerstein to Stephen Sondheim. 2 p.m. today. $20. West Coast Players Theatre, 21905 U.S. 19 N, Clearwater. (727) 437-2363; wcplayers.com.

Boeing Boeing: Playboy Bernard's affairs with three flight attendants are in jeopardy when the airlines decide to change their schedules. 4 p.m. today. $29.90 plus tax. Early Bird Dinner Theatre, 13355 49th St. N, Clearwater. (727) 446-5898; earlybirddinner theatre.com.

Music

International Chorale Concert: Enjoy "Bountiful Music in Song," a performance of solos, duets, ensembles, seasonal songs, comedy numbers and instrumental music with a harp, guitar and violin. 3 p.m. today. $5 at the door. Dr. William E. Hale Senior Activity Center, 330 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. (727) 298-3299.

Pets

Skyway Cat Club Cat Show and Rescue Expo: Judges from across the country evaluate all breeds of cats. Rescued cats onsite and available for adoption. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. today. $6, $3 children, 5 and younger free. Minnreg Building, 6340 126th Ave. N, Largo. (727) 289-1989; skywaycatclub.com.

Helping Pets in Need: Learn more about Canine Care Tampa Bay as the organization raises funds for family pets in need of help in the community. 5:30-8 p.m. today. Free. Brown Boxer Pub & Grille, 483 Mandalay Ave., Clearwater. (727) 441-6000; caninecaretampabay.org.