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Hi St. Petersburg, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: Volta Wine + Market opening, Embracing Our Differences exhibit, and Floating Music Sunset Paddle + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
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📰 In the news
Analog ambiance and curated pairings: Volta Wine + Market will open this year at 400 Central Tower in downtown St. Pete, with thousands of bottles, a bar, and tastings from small U.S. and European producers — learn about membership perks.
Community effort takes root: Lealman Farmers Market is tackling a local food desert with fresh produce and local vendors. Upcoming market dates are April 19 and May 3 for shoppers around St. Petersburg — find upcoming market dates.
Global voices take center stage: Embracing Our Differences returns to Poynter Park for the third year with 50 artworks celebrating kindness and inclusion. The free exhibit is on display through April 12 in St. Pete — get festival and exhibit 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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💎 Local business spotlight
Local stage, big heart: Whether you pitch in or grab a seat, St. Petersburg City Theatre brings community to life with volunteer-powered productions, cozy lobby performances during renovations, and youth programs that welcome newcomers and regulars alike. Drama stays onstage; the vibe feels like family.
Where Chicago meets Brooklyn: Hot Dogs on Main brings Chicago and Brooklyn-style dogs, snappy toppings, and Main Street joy. Ideal for a quick lunch before errands or a leisurely stroll on the Pinellas Trail, it’s an easy, no-fuss treat any day.
Books meet happy hour: At cozy downtown Book + Bottle, your TBR pile grows while your glass never judges. Browse well-curated shelves, linger over a latte or a light pour, and pop into a low-key event when the week needs a reset, ideal for solo unwinding or friend dates.
\*These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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📆 St. Petersburg for grown ups
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🏺 The Magic and Chemistry of In-Glaze Lusters Workshop @ Morean Center for Clay | Friday (3/13) at 11:00 AM – This three-day glazing workshop with Lisa Zolandz explores the chemistry and alchemy of in-glaze lusters, blooming after reduction firing. Bring 3 to 6 Cone 10 bisqued pieces, wear stain-friendly clothes, and accept the kiln is the diva. $275, plus $100 materials paid to the artist.
☘ Paddy Fest @ Williams Park | Friday (3/13) at 3:00 PM – Three days of Irish revelry take over Williams Park, with live bands, pipers, dancers, Guinness, and whiskey tastings. Bring the kids for mini golf and leprechauns, no green beer required, or your appetite for the shepherd’s pie showdown. Tickets $25, kids 14 and under free.
🧘 Friday Exhale : Yin Yoga & Sound Bath @ The Face Garden | Friday (3/13) at 7:00 PM – Slide into the weekend with yin stretches that unkink whatever your week did to your joints, then drift off to crystal bowls and a guided nap you get to call meditation. Only nine spots, beginner friendly, $20. Sign up at The Face Garden.
🍲 Empty Bowls @ Clay Center of St. Petersburg | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Trade your dinner rut for Empty Bowls, where you get soup, salad, bread, a silent auction browse, and a handmade bowl by local artists, all benefitting Daystar Life and local pantries. Yes, it is soup in St. Pete, and it feels good.
🌱 New Beginnings Sugar Scrub Garden Party @ 13 Moons Alchemy | Saturday (3/14) at 2:00 PM – Spring’s here, and your winter skin knows it. At 13 Moons Alchemy, team up with Hidden Company for a garden party to craft intention-soaked sugar scrubs, sip a renewal tea, and quietly plant new beginnings. $33.33, limited spots, come as you are.
🚣 Floating Music Sunset Paddle @ St Petersburg Municipal Marina | Saturday (3/14) at 6:00 PM – Skip the shoulder-to-shoulder festival shuffle and float it instead. Launch from Demens Landing, glide past Vinoy Park, and let Reggae Rise Up soundtrack your sunset while dolphins and manatees cruise by like nosy neighbors. Calm water, gear included, kids welcome, parking drama blissfully avoided.
🎸 Fleetwood Mach @ Duke Energy Center for the Arts – Mahaffey Theater | Sunday (3/15) at 7:00 PM – Call the babysitter and dust off your shawl, because this Fleetwood Mac tribute nails the harmonies and the heartbreak. Expect Dreams, Rhiannon, The Chain, and a little Stevie magic. It’s cheaper than therapy, and you already know every word.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 St. Petersburg report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 82°F – Low: 64°F – Precip: 61%
A slight chance of rain showers between 11am and noon, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Partly sunny. High near 82, with temperatures falling to around 77 in the afternoon. Southwest wind 6 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. North wind 6 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
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Tomorrow – High: 83°F – Low: 67°F – Precip: 21%
A slight chance of rain showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. East northeast wind 6 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: A slight chance of rain showers before 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 67. Northeast wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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