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Rise and shine, Clearwater!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: Fresh library mural, new Publix stores, and free ukulele fest + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Clearwater protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 In the news
Fresh artwork enlivens a landmark: The North Greenwood Library recently unveiled a colorful mural celebrating the neighborhood’s history and love of reading, funded by the Clark-Turner Trust and created by regional artist Ashley Cassen — learn about the rebrand.
Westshore interchange construction alert: Northbound I-275 Exit 39 left ramp closes nightly 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. Closures resume today through March 13. Detours use Kennedy Boulevard for airport, Memorial Highway, and Veterans Expressway — see the schedule and detours.
Sunshine State store additions: Publix will open two stores this month, including Clearwater Plaza at 1295 S. Missouri Ave with drive-thru pharmacy. Another will open at 6605 38th Ave N with a liquor store — get all the details.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Pho plans tonight? Green Mint Vietnamese Fusion serves fresh, made-to-order Vietnamese with zero fuss. Think comforting pho, crisp banh mi, and boba when a treat calls. It’s an easy weeknight reset, with bright broth and herbs ready to restore your will to meal-prep.
Your next quilt fix: At Rainbow’s End, that “I only came for a fat quarter” vibe escalates fast… a wall of yardage, precuts, kits, and sign-yourself-up classes. Expect inspiration, fresh prints, and color therapy that actually sticks, with stitches, not glue.
Local breakfast standby: Since 1980, Lenny’s Restaurant has fueled Clearwater with hot-off-the-griddle classics and deli-counter cravings, ideal when morning needs a reset or lunch leans nostalgic. Coffee sips easy, and the comfort does its thing… you’ve probably earned it.
What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
💡 Night Light Resin Class @ Aspirations Winery | Thursday (3/12) at 6:00 PM – Trade doomscrolling for a crafty night at Aspirations Winery, where you’ll make two resin night light covers and take them home the same evening. Choose seashells, stained glass, or blooms, enjoy guided help, reserve ahead. Kiddo 10+ welcome with a parent, because your outlets deserve sparkle.
🏷 City Wide Garage Sale @ Madeira Beach Cswy, Madeira Beach, FL 33708, United States | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 AM – Madeira Beach turns into one giant treasure hunt as the whole city hauls out furniture, tools, toys, and those quirky collectibles you swore nobody owned. Cruise the neighborhoods, chat with neighbors, score deals, and call it cardio. It’s a beloved local tradition, no app required.
🎪 Folly Faire @ Folly Farm Nature Preserve (Safety Harbor) | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Second Saturdays at Folly Farm mean a leisurely stroll, a few new plants you swear you’ll keep alive, and free wisdom from a Master Gardener. Toss in live music, the animal farm, and kids’ crafts, and you’ve got classic Safety Harbor, no rush.
🎨 51st Annual Tarpon Springs Fine Arts Festival on the Bayou @ Craig Park | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Head to Craig Park’s oaks for the Tarpon Springs Fine Arts Festival, with fine art, a craft and green market, and that old Florida charm we keep bragging about. Stroll the bayou, grab a gyro at the Sponge Docks, then circle back. Admission is $5.
🛍 The Market Marie @ The Market Marie | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – If you’ve been threatening to shop local, make good on it at Coachman Park’s Second Saturday market, The Market Marie, with 130+ vendors, fresh produce, and legit food trucks. Browse, sip something cold, adopt a pup, let the kids bounce, then call it a win.
🐣 Hoppin’ Boppin’ Easter Egg Hunt @ Buccaneer Field | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Buccaneer Field turns into a pastel treasure hunt across from North Greenwood Library, a free, all-ages scramble courtesy of Clearwater Parks and Rec and the Library. Expect games, prizes, the Easter Bunny, and shameless photo ops. Bring the kids, the grandkids, or your inner child.
🏃 Brighter Days 5K/Walk For Autism @ Brighter Days Brewing Co. (Tarpon Springs) | Sunday (3/15) at 8:00 AM – Get steps and earn a pint on the Pinellas Trail, a chipped 5K or 1-mile walk from Brighter Days Brewery, with swag, a medal, and a beer. Support autism therapy through Heart 4 Kids Scholarship, and strollers and pups are welcome, back of the pack.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Clearwater report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 80°F – Low: 64°F – Precip: 4%
Patchy fog before 10am. Mostly sunny. High near 80, with temperatures falling to around 75 in the afternoon. North northwest wind 2 to 6 mph. Later: Patchy fog after 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 64. North wind 2 to 6 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 82°F – Low: 65°F – Precip: 5%
Areas of fog before 10am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. East southeast wind 2 to 7 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 65. North northeast wind around 6 mph.
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