Arts & Culture

Holiday Parade scheduled for Downtown Tampa

Submitted by Mike Deeson, Reporter

Sunday, November 27th, 2011, 2:34pm

Holiday Parade scheduled for Downtown Tampa

Tampa, Florida -- On Saturday, Dec. 3, Tampa's Downtown Holiday Parade steps off at 11 a.m.

The parade will begin at Pierce and Madison streets.

It will travel west on Madison Street to Ashley Drive, turn north on Ashley Drive and end at Cass Street. Best parade viewing will be along Madison Street.

The City's annual holiday festival, Santa Fest, a 28-year family tradition will take place from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. following the parade at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park.

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Saxophonist Jack Wilkins holds a CD release party

Submitted by Preston Rudie, Reporter

Saturday, November 19th, 2011, 12:46pm

Saxophonist Jack Wilkins holds a CD release party

Tampa, FL -- This Sunday saxophonist Jack Wilkins will perform live as part of the Hillsborough Community College Jazz Ybor Series.

The concert will also mark the release of his new CD titled, "The Blue & Green Project".

Below is a portion of the release sent out promoting Sunday's concert:

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Art Gallery reopens with new owners

Submitted by Preston Rudie, Reporter

Wednesday, November 16th, 2011, 9:08pm

Tampa, FL -- A ribbon cutting ceremony was held this week for the reopening of the Hoffman Porges Art Gallery.

The gallery was recently purchased by retired Air Force General Dave Scott and his wife Jill.

Located at 1907 East 7th Avenue the gallery was first opened in 1990 by Marcie Hoffman.

According to a release sent out about the ribbon cutting event, the gallery:

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Patel Conservatory acting students present "An Evening of Winter Shorts"

Submitted by Leslie Farrell, Community Blogger

Monday, November 14th, 2011, 2:35pm

Patel Conservatory acting students present "An Evening of Winter Shorts"

This winter cold snap must be getting you in the mood for winter. The cold season (relatively speaking) is on its way, just in time for An Evening of Winter Shorts.

Students from the Patel Conservatory’s high school, college and adult theater classes have been working hard to perfect short theatrical pieces that they’ll perform for you – a live audience - on Saturday, Dec. 3 at 5 p.m. in the TECO Theater at the David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts.

The audience can chill at "An Evening of Winter Shorts"

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Waive registration with tax deductible donation

Submitted by Leslie Farrell, Community Blogger

Saturday, November 12th, 2011, 3:46pm

Waive registration with tax deductible donation

Did you know that when you register for a class at the Patel Conservatory, you can waive the registration fee if you make a tax deductible $100 or more donation to the non-profit Straz Center for the Performing Arts?

I did this when I registered my son for Rock and Roll camp and found it to be a great deal. If you itemize your taxes, it’s nice to be able to include the donation on your report come April. And even more important, you feel good knowing you’re supporting a good cause.

Another perk is that with that membership, you get benefits!

Patel Conservatory students perform at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts

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Vocal Arts Concert at Patel Conservatory

Submitted by Leslie Farrell, Community Blogger

Saturday, November 12th, 2011, 3:05pm

Vocal Arts Concert at Patel Conservatory

Have you noticed the Christmas decorations for sale at CVS and Walgreens? If you think it’s a bit early for that, you’re not alone.

It’s not too early, however, for our local singers and musicians to be rehearsing holiday favorites in preparation for the Patel Conservatory’s Fall Vocal Arts Concert, which will feature beautiful holiday music.

The concert will be held Saturday, Dec. 10 in the TECO Theater at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts.

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Glazer Children's Museum holds event to benefit Riverwalk

Submitted by Mike Deeson, Reporter

Wednesday, November 9th, 2011, 2:19pm

Glazer Children's Museum holds event to benefit Riverwalk

Tampa, Florida -- CREW Tampa Bay and the City of Tampa are hosting a celebrating of ArtLOUD! sculpture exhibition.

The event will be held from 7 - 10 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 11 at the Glazer Children's Museum and includes a silent auction benefiting Downtown and the Riverwalk.

The event will also feature gourmet tastings and cocktails, Latin Jazz by "Jurika," and an exciting live auction and raffle prizes. Tickets at $65 for the event.

The Glazer Children's Museum is located at 110 W. Gasparilla Plaza in Downtown Tampa.

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