Community Calendar

25th Annual Tampa Bay Black Heritage Music Festival. Bringing talent from all all over the country celebrating black art from all ages. Kids under 12 are free. Ticket prices range, click link to see options. Sponsored by Publix, Fox 13, Hillsborough County, City of Tampa, Visits Tampa Bay, GTA Financial, Wish Farms, HART, AAA, TD Bank, and AARP.

Suncoast Bronze Ringers, Tampa Bay’s only auditioned community handbell ensemble presents “The Brilliance of Bronze”, with 15 ringers playing 180 instruments.
Joining us are local musicians Ben Vyborny on drums and Rod Keiser on piano.
We are featuring repertoire that includes” Fly Me to The Moon”, “Enhebrado”, and “Aquarius”.

The Largo Evening Market is the 4th Saturday, each month except December. January 25th is our Valentine Themed Market from 5:00PM to 9:00PM. Live Music. Food Trucks and food vendors. We will have a variety of vendors selling unique items. Buy from any vendor and in January you will receive a Valentine Bingo Card. Buy again from another vendor and have your Bingo card stamped. Wait until the BINGO numbers are called, (beginning at 5:45PM and every hour) after receiving a BINGO CARD, for a chance to get 5 stamps in a row and win a RAFFLE! You can also go to the Sweetheart Booth and sign up with your name and email to receive a stamp on your BINGO card. You can also get a BINGO CARD, if you don't have one! At 7:00PM we will have our Hula Hoop Contest!! Come by the Valentine Photo Booth for our staff to take a picture of you and your special someone! Come out for lots of FUN!!!

Garden Party at Kadampa Meditation Center Florida in Sarasota.

Relax in our beautiful World Peace Garden while enjoying musical entertainment, mocktails, vegetarian and vegan appetizers and a scrumptious dessert buffet.
Proceeds from this special Garden Party help Kadampa Meditation Center Florida, a non-profit organization run by volunteers, benefit the people of Southwest Florida by helping them develop peace of mind through meditation.

The Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival Annual 5K Run/Walk for Health & Wellness presented by Publix. Kids under 12 are free.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) is excited to announce its highly anticipated AquaGala on April 26, a black-tie event aimed at supporting the Aquarium’s ongoing rescue, rehabilitation and release initiatives. Guests will be treated to an unforgettable evening of ocean-inspired cuisine, décor, and entertainment, all in support of CMA’s mission to protect marine life.
The AquaGala promises a night of sophistication and celebration, with exquisite food, captivating performances, and a closer look at the vital work being done at CMA. Attendees will enjoy animal encounters, live music, and other special activities, making it an unforgettable event of the year.
This one-of-a-kind event is set to be the highlight of the season, featuring disco under the sea in a vibrant celebration of community and conservation.
This isn’t just an event; it’s an experience you won’t want to miss. Your attendance and sponsorship not only ensure the success of this unforgettable evening but also play an integral role in supporting Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s mission to protect and conserve marine life.
AquaGala is a key fundraiser for the aquarium, enabling us to continue our mission of rescue, rehabilitation, and release of marine life, as well as providing the necessary care for the animals that call our aquarium home.
This fundraiser will help us provide essential care for our animals, fund educational programs, expand our facility, further our mission and preserve our marine environment for generations to come. By participating as a sponsor, your company will not only contribute to a meaningful cause, but will also gain exposure to our wide-reaching audience of passionate supporters, environmental advocates, and community leaders.
Please click this link to purchase tables AquaGala - https://www.cmaquarium.org/event/aquagala-2025/

Take the enchantment of glass blowing and then amp it up to level 11…Glass blowing after dark is a whole new take on the already actioned-pack art process, and it is one not to miss.

Back-lit by nothing more than a fiery hot kiln and our performers’ molten glass creations, Night Blow creates a spotlight on the heartbeat of glass-blowing, backed with synchronized music choreographed by the evening’s DJ.

Included in your admission:
Glowstick Accessories
Light Appetizers
Open bar

U.S. citizens Lali and Beng are being held prisoner in a small, dirty cement cell. Where have they been taken? How much time has passed? Are they alive? Has their story been broadcast to the world? How did they get here? What will happen to them?

Inspired by true accounts of the plight of captured and detained journalists and aid workers, NO ONE IS FORGOTTEN is a story about intimacy, surrender, and the will to live for someone else.

The Education Foundation Ringling Bridge Run is back for a second year. This 5K/10K run across the iconic Ringling Bridge, will take place on Sunday, April 27, 2025, in a show of community support for students and teachers in Sarasota County.

All proceeds will benefit the programs and resources for students and teachers at the Education Foundation of Sarasota County, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.

Hosted at The Bay, the 10K will begin at 7:00 am and the 5K will begin at 7:30 am. There is also a free one-mile Family Fun Run that starts at 8:00 am. The run has been sanctioned by the Manasota Race Club. Early bird pricing is in effect through February. More information and registration can be found at edfoundationsrq.org/ringling-bridge-10k/.

Last Sunday of Each Month, 9am – 10am
Art on the Spectrum is a special monthly event designed to welcome individuals with sensory sensitivities, developmental differences, and their caregivers. Enjoy exploring the museum in a calm, low-crowd environment with sensory-friendly tools and supportive assistance available. You can borrow noise-canceling headphones or other sensory items from the front desk as well – just ask! This event offers children and their families a chance to connect with others who share similar experiences, while enjoying all the museum has to offer.