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Top 15 Tampa Bay area events for the week of Aug. 22-28

Top 15 Tampa Bay area events for the week of Aug. 22-28

Wearable Art 16: After a two-year hiatus, the 16th annual “sweet 16″-themed mashup of art and fashion features runway presentations, a gallery exhibit and hair and makeup artistry. $85-$135, $20 standing room/video screen viewing. 7-11 p.m. Saturday. Dunedin Fine Art Center, 1143 Michigan Blvd. 727-298-3322.

Carlos Santana, shown here performing in Tel Aviv, Israel, in 2016, is scheduled to play the MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre in Tampa on Saturday.
Carlos Santana, shown here performing in Tel Aviv, Israel, in 2016, is scheduled to play the MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre in Tampa on Saturday. [ Associated Press ]

Santana: Santana, whose hits include “Black Magic Woman” and “Oye Como Va,” will perform. Earth Wind & Fire are also on the bill. $60-$165. 7 p.m. Saturday. MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre, 4801 U.S. 301 N, Tampa. 813-740-2446.

Trick Daddy’s 25th Anniversary Celebration: The concert includes performances by Trick Daddy, CeeLo Green, Trina, Juvenile, Plies and more acts still to be announced. $39-$115. 7:30 p.m. Saturday. Yuengling Center, 4202 E Fowler Ave., Tampa. 813-974-3111.

Gecko Ball: Dress like a gecko, or in your Sunday best, for a night of dancing to live music by Hot Tonic, games, snacks, a costume contest and the coronation of the Gecko Queen. Takes place as part of Gulfport Geckofest. $30-$40. 6-11 p.m. Saturday. Gulfport Casino, 5500 Shore Blvd. S. 727-893-1070.

Florida Gun Show: The event showcases new, used and antique firearms, ammunition, shooting supplies and knives. There are also shooting accessories, including scopes, clips and carry cases. Concealed weapon permit classes will be offered throughout the weekend. $13, parking $10. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Florida State Fairgrounds, 4802 U.S. 301 N, Tampa. 813-621-7821.

Toy Train Show: Kids can enjoy a running train layout while you check out vendors selling model trains, die-cast cars and other collectibles. $5, 12 and younger free. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday. Lopez Hall, 7177 58th St. N, Pinellas Park. 727-244-1341.

Great St. Pete Cupcake Contest: Timed admission tickets can be pre-purchased and will include votes and a to-go container for mini-cupcakes (12-pack or 24-pack offered). Tickets are priced with an early-access rate on the first hour (noon-1p.m.) guaranteeing first choice of some of the most popular flavors and beautifully decorated cupcakes (no additional charge for Morean members). $10-$25. Noon-3 p.m. Saturday. Morean Arts Center for Clay, 420 22nd St. S, St. Petersburg. 727-821-7162.

Find out who makes the best cupcakes in the area Saturday at the Great St. Pete Cupcake Contest.
Find out who makes the best cupcakes in the area Saturday at the Great St. Pete Cupcake Contest. [ Shonnika Denise ]
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Oktoberfest Pig Roast: Grab your commemorative glass and kick off Oktoberfest season at this party with unlimited pig roast, sausage and sides, an ice luge and a photo booth. $50. 4-8 p.m. Saturday. Zydeco Brew Werks, 1902 E Seventh Ave., Tampa. 813-252-4541.

Summer Rum and Seafood Festival: Multiple distilleries serve up rum and rum cocktails at this festival with crab races, live music by The Sapphire Band and Come Monday, food trucks and fresh seafood items from area restaurants. $5. Upgrades available on EventBrite. 4-10 p.m. Saturday. Tampa Premium Outlets, 2398 Grand Cypress Drive, Lutz. 727-674-1464.

Flip Circus: World-class clowns, acrobats, jugglers, aerialists, hand-balancers and daredevils display their talents right in front of you, with no seat more than 50 feet from the ring. $25-$65. 7:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, noon, 3 and 7 p.m. Saturday, noon, 3 and 6 p.m. Sunday. Westfield Brandon, 459 Brandon Town Center Drive. 877-829-7839.

You might see feats such as this one from Cirque du Soleil at the Flip Circus show in Brandon.
You might see feats such as this one from Cirque du Soleil at the Flip Circus show in Brandon. [ PAUL KITAGAKI JR. | The Sacramento Bee ]

Science After Dark: Adults get a chance to play with MOSI’s interactive labs and hands-on exhibits including the animatronic Dinosaurs Around the World that is visiting this summer. There will also be light appetizers, beer and wine samplings. $15.95. 6-9 p.m. Friday. Museum of Science and Industry, 4801 E Fowler Ave., Tampa. 813-987-6000.

Big Wave Boat Crawl: Board the Pirate Water Taxi for a boat bar crawl with stops at Sparkman Wharf, Ricks on the River, Four Green Fields, Sail Pavilion and Strandhill Public. Includes beer, swag and raffles. $25. 12:30-4:30 p.m. Sunday. Tampa Convention Center, 333 S Franklin St. 813-274-8511.

Clearwater Threshers: The Threshers hit the field as the Beach Dogs to face the Tampa Tarpons. The first 1,000 guests get a free Beach Dogs sports towel. Fridays are also dog-friendly. Fans may bring their dog into BayCare Ballpark to enjoy the game. Dog tickets are $7 and available for walk-up purchases. Dog tickets benefit a local pet charity that will be on-site. $7-$11. 6:30 p.m. Friday. BayCare Ballpark, 601 N Old Coachman Road, Clearwater. 727-712-4300.

The Threshers dress in Beach Dogs uniforms and dogs are allowed into BayCare Ballpark in Clearwater on Friday.
The Threshers dress in Beach Dogs uniforms and dogs are allowed into BayCare Ballpark in Clearwater on Friday. [ LUIS SANTANA | Times ]

Summer Classics Movie Series: The 31st annual series of classic movies features silent films accompanied by the Mighty Wurlitzer Theatre Organ, sing-alongs and modern-day classics. This portion features the 1920 short comedy “One Week” (unrated, 19 minutes) and the 1928 comedy-romance “The Cameraman” (PG, 67 minutes). $10-$15. 3 p.m. Sunday. Tampa Theatre, 711 N Franklin St. 813-274-8286.

Independence Day of Ukraine: This exploration of Ukrainian culture includes introductions by Mayor Jane Castor, Ukrainian singers, a violin player, bandura music, karaoke, comedy, fashion show, dancing and the reading of Ukrainian poetry in English. $10 donation appreciated. 9:30 a.m.-noon Saturday. Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, 600 N Ashley Drive, Tampa. 813-675-5400.

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Bonne Bay Aquarium and Research Station Anniversary Weekend 19-21st August

Bonne Bay Aquarium and Research Station Anniversary Weekend 19-21st August

Friday, Aug. 19, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Bonne Bay Aquarium and Research Station, Norris Point

The Bonne Bay Aquarium and Research Station is 20 years old in August.

To celebrate our anniversary there will be a number of events for the public and alumni at the station, centered around a public lecture on the last hours of the age of the dinosaurs by Prof. Phillip Manning of Manchester University.  The full list of events can be found at: Come Home Weekend (mun.ca) and people can register here:  Register (event-wizard.com)

Presented by Bonne Bay Aquarium and Research Station

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Oak Bay plans to keep residents cool when extreme heat hits – Saanich News

Oak Bay plans to keep residents cool when extreme heat hits – Saanich News

Planning for future extreme heat emergencies includes short-term planning and long-term preparation in Oak Bay. Fire Chief Frank Macdonald outlined the district’s approach to council during its July 11 meeting.

More than 700 people in B.C. died last year due to extreme heat events, according to the provincial health authority, with 21 of them on southern Vancouver Island.

In response to those events, Oak Bay Emergency Services staff has been preparing for extreme summer heat events, working to reduce risks to the health and safety of residents.

Over the one-week heat wave, temperatures rose to a peak of over 40 C in many parts of the province. But different regions were impacted disproportionately, Macdonald told council. Island Health and BC Emergency Health Services (BCEHS) in the Capital Region didn’t report the impact other areas saw. For example, Oak Bay Fire Department was not overwhelmed by medical calls to help BCEHS like their counterparts in Vancouver. There the fire department was, at one point, fully tied up in medical calls amid significant ambulance delays, leaving no resources available for fire response.

While the impacts were less severe, Macdonald noted weather scientists predict hotter summers and extreme heat events should be expected.

Heat events are classified as top-down events, meaning local emergency programs follow the lead of the province. Under the BC Heat Alert and Response System launched in June, a dedicated provincial heat committee will issue either warnings or emergency alerts, depending on different temperature thresholds. If a region is expected to see two or more consecutive days with daytime highs and nighttime lows above what is considered normal, a warning will be issued. If temperatures are expected to continue to increase day over day for three or more days, an extreme heat emergency will be declared and Alert Ready may be used. That emergency alert system should be familiar to residents as Amber Alerts and tsunami warnings on television, radio and cellphones.

Local protocols created by the Oak Bay Emergency Program include education, partnerships, communication, block watch, the Greater Victoria Public Library, Oak Bay Volunteers Services and other local governments. The partnerships focus on education, checking in on vulnerable residents during an event, and providing a place to cool for those who need.

In the event of an extreme heat event the air-conditioned common areas of Oak Bay Recreation Centre, Monterey centre and the Oak Bay branch of the Greater Victoria Public Library, serve as unmanned cooling centres. Neighbouring municipalities confirm their cooling centres will be open to Oak Bay residents living in the area.

OBEP plans to share information through a new preparedness guide, presentations at Monterey centre, displays during the monthly night market and both traditional and social media.

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Pedal-powered events bring poets, music to Oak Bay, Saanich and Victoria – Saanich News

Pedal-powered events bring poets, music to Oak Bay, Saanich and Victoria - Saanich News

People power a series of concerts celebrating a waterway that travels mostly unseen through three municipalities of Greater Victoria. Creekside Concerts, featuring Tune Your Ride, are a spinoff of a San Francisco festival.

James Davis, then living in Ontario, was inspired by the cycling fest created by a friend and brought the idea to life in his community.

“I went to the festival in 2009 and I came back to Toronto thinking, this is something people in Toronto would really like,” he said. Davis spent the better part of a year tinkering in the garage to figure it out and had crowds powering music in the park not long after.

When he moved to Greater Victoria in 2016, Davis whose primary form of transportation is bike, cycled the area extensively.

“My bicycle is my main form of transportation, I’ve never owned a car,” Davis said.

He realized quickly that Tune Your Ride was a good fit. “To run into these urban creeks got me curious,” he said. Davis partnered with the Friends of Bowker Creek Society to start hosting the Creekside Concerts in 2019.

Three events fill parks along Bowker Creek, “a little bit evocative of the salmon that used to make their way up the creek,” Davis said. Part of the goal is education and awareness of the watershed while promoting and providing a platform for independent musicians and poets in the region. “It’s an interesting way to discover the region and areas they didn’t know existed,” Davis said.

The creekside events are primarily acoustic and spoken, so the gear is minimal and audiences are eager to participate, Davis said. Those pedalling quickly note how easy it is and the entertainers tend to include them in the performance.

“It’s cool to see the interplay between the performer and the person on the bike,” Davis said. “The performers are very literally feeding off the energy of the crowd.”

The free family-friendly events open with a Lekwungen welcome by TEALIYE (Brianna Bear) at Bowker Creek walkway in Oak Bay on July 8 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Browning Park in Saanich on July 22 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and in Clawthorpe Park in Victoria on Aug. 5 from 6 to 8 p.m.

The opening concert will have American Sign Language interpretation and Davis hopes to continue the service for the other two concerts of the series.

Learn more about the concerts at creekside-concerts.weebly.com.

c.vanreeuwyk@blackpress.ca

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Concert-goers power the mic and music for summer song and poetry in parks along Bowker Creek this summer. (Photo by Karissa Chandrakate)

Concert-goers power the mic and music for summer song and poetry in parks along Bowker Creek this summer. (Photo by Karissa Chandrakate)

Tanisha Nuttall performs as a concert-goer powers the mic and music for summer song and poetry in parks along Bowker Creek this summer. (Photo by Karissa Chandrakate)

Tanisha Nuttall performs as a concert-goer powers the mic and music for summer song and poetry in parks along Bowker Creek this summer. (Photo by Karissa Chandrakate)

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Here’s a list of 2022 Juneteenth events happening in the Bay Area

Here's a list of 2022 Juneteenth events happening in the Bay Area
SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) — This year marks the 156th anniversary of Juneteenth, the holiday that recognizes the first day of freedom for enslaved Africans in Texas and commemorates the end of slavery in the United States as a whole.

RELATED: How to talk to your kids about Juneteenth

Check out our list below of events across the Bay Area honoring Juneteenth:

June 17

‘The Joy Protocol’ at the Bayview Opera House
The Bayview Opera House will host the premiere of “The Joy Protocol,” a collaboration between San Francisco choreographer Gregory Dawson and jazz musician and composer Richard Howell.

June 16-18, 8pm, $15-$50. Details here.

June 18

Afrocentric Oakland’s Juneteenth Weekend
This two-part Lake Merritt celebration is kicking off Saturday with the Pan-African Wellness Fest. It features guided meditation, yoga, Tai Chi, self-defense, spoken word performances, interactive art installations, a youth zone, keynote speakers, Black excellence awards and vendors.

Lake Merritt Amphitheater. June 18, 12-8 p.m., $5. Details here.

JuneteenthSF Freedom Celebration
Juneteenth San Francisco Celebration in the Fillmore will have carnival rides, hair & fashion Show, car show, giveaways and more.

1330 Fillmore Street, June 18 at 11 a.m. Details here.

Juneteenth With MoAD

San Francisco’s Museum of the African Diaspora is hosting in-person and virtual events. Virtual events include a panel of artists discussing representation and equality paired with revolutionary music and a presentation from Dr. Daina Ramey Berry on the history of the Transatlantic slave trade through to the emancipation of enslaved people in America. In person, the museum will host St. Gabriel’s Celestial Brass Band as they lead a second-line procession and performance.

Admission to MoAD’s current exhibitions will also be free all day. June 18, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Details here.

52nd Annual Sonoma County MLK Juneteenth Community Festival

This festival will have live music, food, a basketball tournament, arts and crafts, dominoes, spoken word performances and Zumba. There will also be a march from Julliard Park to Martin Luther King Park to honor Sonoma County activist Vince Harper.

Martin Luther King Park. June 18, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Details here.

East Oakland Futures Festival

This block party along the Scraper Bike Way will celebrate East Oakland’s food, arts, tech and culture with an Afrocentric tilt. A community bike ride will kick off the event.

June 18, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Details here.

June 19

Afrocentric Oakland’s Juneteenth Weekend
Sunday, Afrocentric Oakland will host its Fam Bam celebration. “Fam Bam X” will have live performances from DJs, art displays, a youth zone, PanAfrican vendors, and a Black Father’s Day tribute.

Lake Merritt Amphitheater. June 19, 12 p.m.- 8 p.m., $20. Details here.

‘BLACK AS U R’ screening at the Castro Theatre

In this documentary, filmmaker Micheal Rice explores racism and homophobia within Black communities and the unique challenges faced by those who hold both queer and Black identities.

Castro Theatre, June 19, 6:15 pm, $17.50. Details here.

Juneteenth Xtreme Hip Hop with Coach Jay, Bonz, and Amber

STEP with PRIDE at the Juneteenth Xtreme Hip Hop with Coach Jay, Bonz, and Amber INSIDE the Solano Town Center (Fairfield Mall). Xtreme Hip Hop is a fun, high-energy aerobic step class. We will step, move, and groove to old and new school hip hop. All ages and fitness levels are welcome.

June 18 at 10 a.m. Details here.

June 19

East Bay Regional Parks Juneteenth Events
There’s a Juneteenth Celebration Hike at Coyote Hills Regional Park in Fremont celebrating Black contributions and achievements throughout history and in the fields of science, conservation, and art. Ardenwood Historic Farm in Fremont will host an all-ages baseball game. At the Father’s Day and Juneteenth Celebration at Crown Memorial State Beach in Alameda, there will be a story circle at the top of every hour and craft-making throughout the day at the Crab Cove Visitor Center.

June 19. Details here.

Bayview Juneteenth Father’s Day

Join in on Sunday, June 19th at Gilman Park in San Francisco for amazing food vendors, the Black Millionaire Marketplace, live performances, amusement park rides for children, and many other community resources and activities.

Gilman Park, June 19. Details here

Juneteenth Run w/ Black Men Run
Black Men Run will be leading a group run to remember and reflect on Juneteenth. There will be a 5k and 5k+ option and the run is open to runners of all levels and abilities. Post-run you will meet up in the Presidio store to connect and hear a few words about the impact of Juneteenth on the Black Men Run community.

Sports Basement Presidio, June 19, 9 a.m. Details here.

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Event: PANCAKE BREAKFAST at CLEARWATER BAY FIREHALL

Event: Charity BBQ

McKenzie Clearwater Fire department is pleased to revive their annual Pancake Breakfast. It’s a kickoff to the long weekend and summer season. Bring your friends and family to the Clearwater Bay Firehall for pancakes and sausages, and lots of coffee. Learn about the MCFPC’s upcoming events and activities. Served by the McKenzie Clearwater Fire department’s directors and volunteer firefighters. Saturday morning, 9 a.m. to noon. Donations accepted.

Location

Clearwater Bay Firehall, Hwy 17 at McConnell Lake Road, Clearwater Bay, ON P0X 1S0

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Strawberry fest among coming events in Bay Area

Strawberry fest among coming events in Bay Area

Regents’ reception. Alvin Community College leaders recognize the service of retiring regents Roger Stuksa and Andy Tacquard during a gathering at the Nolan Ryan Center. 5-6 p.m. 3110 Mustang Road. Free. Info: 281-756-3600.

Town hall. Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and City Council District E member and Mayor Pro Tem Dave Martin outline the redistricting process and invite public comment during a town hall at Space Center Houston. 6 p.m. 1601 NASA Parkway. Free. Info: 832-393-3008, districte@houstontx.gov or www.LetsTalkHouston.org/redistricting.

MAY 19

WASP history. Lynn Miller, of the Air Force Nursing Corps and International Order of Flying Rotarians, previews the Women Airforce Service Pilots exhibit at Lone Star Flight Museum — “Fly Girls of WW II” — during a talk at Evelyn Meador Branch Library. 1 p.m. 2400 N. Meyer Ave. Free. Info: www.hcpl.net/events/59359.

MAY 20-22

Pasadena Strawberry Festival. Annual community festival will feature performers including Jake Bush and Tracy Byrd and a carnival, car show, Kid Zone, mud volleyball and the world’s largest strawberry shortcake. 3 p.m. to midnight May 20; 10 a.m. to midnight, May 21 and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 22. Pasadena Convention Center and Municipal Fairgrounds, 7902 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena. Ticket information: https://bityl.co/C2wd.

MAY 20

Happy Feet. Evelyn Meador Branch Library’s walking group meets Fridays. All ages, species and abilities are welcome. 9 a.m. 2400 N. Meyer Ave. Free. Info: www.hcpl.net/events/56354.

Genealogy tips. Clear Lake City-County Freeman Branch Library instructors guide amateur historians through the website www.familysearch.org during a genealogy workshop. 3:45 p.m. 16616 Diana Lane. Free. Info: www.hcpl.net/events/59505.

MAY 22

Rocket science. Retired U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Bill Rothschild discusses the ways NASA research led to the invention of such everyday items as baby formula, solar cells and memory foam during “Space Exploration Paybacks,” a virtual program presented by Congregation Shaar Hashalom. 4 p.m. Online. Free. Info: Sandy, adulted@shaarhashalom.org.

MAY 23

Healthy aging. Experts from the Alzheimer’s Association highlight the importance of nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement during “Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body” at Evelyn Meador Branch Library. 11 a.m.-noon. 2400 N. Meyer Ave. Free, registration required. Info: www.hcpl.net/events/59084.

Teen leaders. Evelyn Meador Branch Library’s Youth Advisory Council meets to plan events and provide feedback. Interested teens can visit the library or email rachel.moir@hcpl.net for an application. 4:30-5:30 p.m. 2400 N. Meyer Ave. Free, registration required. Info: www.hcpl.net/events/58034.

MAY 24

Freeman Needlecrafters. Hobbyists gather to work on knitting, crochet and embroidery projects at Clear Lake City-County Freeman Branch Library. 10 a.m. 16616 Diana Lane. Free. Info: www.hcpl.net/events/52867.

Flood control. The Pasadena Citizens’ Advisory Council provides updates about ongoing and planned projects in the city during its monthly meeting at Revive Church. 5:30-7:30 p.m. 1062 Fairmont Parkway. Free, RSVP to info@pasadenacac.org or 281-326-5253 by May 22. Info: www.pasadenacac.org.

Printing primer. Learn the basics of 3D printing during an orientation session at Evelyn Meador Branch Library. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. 6-7:45 p.m. 2400 N. Meyer Ave. Free, registration required. Info: www.hcpl.net/events/58681.

MAY 25

Family history. Evelyn Meador Branch Library instructors reveal how to access census, military and immigration records through the Ancestry Plus database. 11 a.m.-noon. 2400 N. Meyer Ave. Free, registration required. Info: www.hcpl.net/events/61141.