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Whole Foods Farmer's Market
Sunday, December 6
Sarasota Whole Foods Market, Sarasota
STAFF PICK: EVENT
Whole Foods Market is committed to supporting local growers & artisans across the United States. The farmer's market takes place outside the front of the store, featuring local farmers, artisans, music, and samples. Held on the first Sunday of every month.
This Wonderful Life
Monday, November 23
American Stage, St. Petersburg
STAFF PICK: VENUE
Based on Frank Capra's classic Christmas movie, the story follows down-on-his-luck George Bailey of Bedford Falls, who's ready to end it all on Christmas Eve until his guardian angel, Clarence, visits for a trip back in time to show George what the little town might have been like it it wasn't for his good deeds over the years. Visit americanstage.org for more info.
A Truman Capote Christmas
Monday, November 23
American Stage, St. Petersburg
STAFF PICK: VENUE
Nothing says holiday cheer like spending time with the author of In Cold Blood (about the brutal murder of an entire family) and Breakfast At Tiffany's (about a high-class hooker). But sometimes, Christmas traditions are reimagined -- like this autobiographical story of Capote's childhood, in which he is sent from his comfortable, familiar home to live with the father he has never met. Along the way, Capote discovers the truth about his past, his father and Santa Claus. Not From Texas acoustic band accompanies the show. Visit americanstage.org for more info.
Chocolate Nutcracker
Saturday, December 5
Mahaffey Theater, St. Petersburg
STAFF PICK: VENUE
The traditional Christmas tale of Clara, her Nutcracker prince, the Mouse King and the Land of Sweets comes to life onstage in this performance by the Life Force Cultural Arts Academy, which works to "promote cultural competence, education enhancement and diversity" through its performing arts programs.

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Monday, November 23
Art for the Holidays
[Holiday]
Painted Fish Gallery, Dunedin
If you're the gift-giving type who must ensure that your present won't be duplicated (or topped), try the original art collection at Painted Fish, where paintings, calligraphy, mixed media drawings, prints, jewelry, glass, woodcrafts, ceramics and fiber works by local artists await to be chosen, wrapped, and given the place of pride under the tree. The gallery also hosts a Yuletide Concert by Bill and Susan Boyer Haley at 7:30 p.m. on Sun., Dec. 13. On display through Jan. 3; Visit paintedfishgallery.com for more info.
Monday, November 23
Bedazzled
[Holiday]
Dunedin Fine Art Center, Dunedin
DFAC's curators did the art-inclined among us a favor and collected an outstanding representation works by local and national artists -- all of which could end up under your tree for Christmas. Normally when you're at a museum, the velvet rope (and, hopefully, tact) prevent us from coming too close to the artwork. Not anymore. If you see something you like, take your favorite mini-masterpiece off the wall and up to the cashier. The same goes for the assortment of unique and interesting ornaments that adorn DFAC's dozen decorated trees, along with an array of hard-to-find gifties for everyone from Mom to Uncle Albert and the mailman. Last-minute shoppers can breathe a sigh of relief; the exhibit continues through Dec. 23.
Monday, November 23
Bright Holidays at Busch Gardens
[Holiday]
Busch Gardens, Tampa
This year's traditional treats include Christmas On Ice, a winter wonderland-inspired ice-skating show (Nov. 21-Jan. 1); Christmas From the Heart, a choir concert of gospel and spiritual songs in Marrakesh Theater (Nov. 21-Jan. 3); Christmas Celebration, a true extravaganza of all things Christmas, complete with tap-dancing toy soldiers and seasonal songs in the Desert Grill (Nov. 21-Jan. 3); Breakfast with Santa, a chance to dine at the Desert Grill with the man in red himself. Indulge in a buffet of bacon, eggs, fresh biscuits, pancakes and more before snapping a family photo with the Claus (Dec. 4, 5, 11, 12, 18 and 19, 8:30 a.m., $20 adults, $14 kids). Visit buschgardens.com for more info.
Monday, November 23
Fall Fresh Markets
[Special events]
The frost is on the pumpkin and the hay is in the barn (okay not really, but you get the idea -- it's autumn) and it's the perfect time to get fresh, organic local produce at these markets across the Bay: Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market. This year-round market offers fresh produce and seafood, artwork and live entertainment. The market runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Tuesday on Beach Blvd., in Gulfport's Florida Waterfront district.; Safety Harbor Farmer's Market. Fall weather is perfect for getting out of the house and finding fresh, organic produce, plants, flowers, baked and gourmet goodies, along with hand-crafted art and jewelry. Visit cityofsafetyharbor.com for more info. Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Continues through May 27, John Wilson Park, 401 Main St., Safety Harbor.; Pinellas County Market. Farm-fresh produce, natural remedies and home-care products and gardening guides make this weekly market a must-see. Continues every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through April 17. Visit pinellascounty.org/heritage for more info. Heritage Village, 11909 125th St. N., Pinewood Cultural Park, Largo.; Harvest Marketplace. Outdoor shopping for specialty foods, green creations by local crafters, live music and, of course, fresh eats and fall flavors. Runs 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursdays through April 23. Ulmer Park, 301 W. Bay Dr., Largo, largo.com; Sweetwater Market. The organic farm offers straight-from-the-garden produce, fair trade coffee, chocolate and tea, organic clothes and eco-friendly products, all to the tune of live music and often accompanied by yoga or movement classes. Runs noon to 4 p.m. most Sundays through May 30. Visit sweetwater-organic.org for more info.
Monday, November 23
Good Angel / Bad Angel
[Holiday]
Morean Arts Center, St. Petersburg
There's nothing more...well, angelic that those celestial creatures who bring glad tidings for the holiday season -- or is there? This collection is inspired by those pure beings, but some of their halos may have gotten a little rusty. The common thread in these naughty/nice artworks by a variety of talented local craftspeople is that each one includes an angel -- how they're depicted is the interesting part. Continues through Dec. 31. Visit moreanartscenter.org for more info.
Monday, November 23
Holiday Boutique
[Holiday]
Florida Craftsmen, St. Petersburg
With more than 250 Florida Craftsmen member artists offering works in clay, fiber, glass, metal, jewelry and wood, there's bound to be gifts to please even the toughest art critic on your list. On display through Dec. 30; Visit tiny.cc/FlaCrafts for more info.
Monday, November 23
JCC Toy Drive
[Holiday]
Golda Meir/Kent Jewish Center, Clearwater
The GMKJC, Jewish Community Center and Gulf Coast Jewish Family Services team up to collect gifts from the community to make the holidays a little warmer and brighter for local low-income families and victims of abuse. Ideal gifts include: inexpensive mp3 players, gift cards, purses, jewelry, sporting equipment and toiletries for teens; playdough, Jumbo Legos, books, bath toys, and clothes for toddlers; and slippers, socks, Depends, toiletries, and towels for seniors. All gifts must be new and unwrapped; they can be dropped off at any local synagogue, the JCC or GMKJC by Dec. 7.
Monday, November 23
Light the Way Home
[Holiday]
Humane Society of Pinellas, Clearwater
Homeless pets need extra love for the holidays, too. Give furry friends a paw up with these events hosted by the Humane Society: pet photos with Santa (10 a.m.-4 p.m., weekends, Nov. 28-Dec. 13); a holiday bazaar with treats for people and pets (Nov. 28-29, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat.-Sun.); holiday gift baskets available throughout the season; and the gift of a ticket home -- get your pet microchipped for only $15 (Sat., Dec. 5, 1-3:30 p.m.). Visit humanesocietyofpinellas.org for more info and full schedule of events.
Monday, November 23
This Wonderful Life
[Holiday]
STAFF PICK: VENUE
American Stage, St. Petersburg
Based on Frank Capra's classic Christmas movie, the story follows down-on-his-luck George Bailey of Bedford Falls, who's ready to end it all on Christmas Eve until his guardian angel, Clarence, visits for a trip back in time to show George what the little town might have been like it it wasn't for his good deeds over the years. Visit americanstage.org for more info.
Monday, November 23
A Truman Capote Christmas
[Holiday]
STAFF PICK: VENUE
American Stage, St. Petersburg
Nothing says holiday cheer like spending time with the author of In Cold Blood (about the brutal murder of an entire family) and Breakfast At Tiffany's (about a high-class hooker). But sometimes, Christmas traditions are reimagined -- like this autobiographical story of Capote's childhood, in which he is sent from his comfortable, familiar home to live with the father he has never met. Along the way, Capote discovers the truth about his past, his father and Santa Claus. Not From Texas acoustic band accompanies the show. Visit americanstage.org for more info.
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