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Athens, GA's Efren releases Always Been A Bleeder; Shares new MP3!
Athens, GA four-piece, Efren's sophomore effort, Always Been A Bleeder, releases (August 17th) via SloPro Records. Efren is the songwriting vehicle of Scott Leon-O'Day, but there are four men making this meal; with roots in jazz, blues, folk, bluegrass and rock. Efren touches on Southern Americana music, draws from indie lo-fi ideas, and respects the multitudes of great songwriters of our past.

Reaching out into the musical world with introspective lyrics and brooding energy, Efren has composed an EP of new broken heart strung songs and stories. Bleeding out songs on the stage with over 45 shows in 10 months, learning who you are and finding the comfortably challenging sound, Efren is searching for the right vehicle of song expression.

Five songs, one fighting the frustrations, one hoping for potential, one battling demons, one winning, and finally the long epic surrender, all recorded in the spring of 2010 with Dave Sturgis at The Stewdio in Athens, GA. Always Been A Bleeder is a proud installment for the young project Efren.

Always Been A Bleeder comes hot off the heels of the band's debut album, Thunder & Moan. The recordings are both hard and quiet, while the live show invigorates the music and delves deeper into the compositions, exploring the sonic textures. Learning the rules of the stage in a songwriter’s realm has deepened and expanded the palette of the group’s compositions.

Tour Dates

08.20 - Athens, GA - Little Kings
08.21 - Charlotte, NC - Smokey Joe's
09.03 - Macon, GA - The 567
09.10 - Johnson City, TN - Acoustic Coffeehouse

Praise for Efren:

“Roots with occasional layered vocals, his sound is that of one who's lived through much and dug into the depths of his heart to share it with us.” - EchorynOfAthens.com

“Efren’s acoustic guitar and occasionally despairingly dark lyricism deliver the opposite of so much tacky “Americana” and “New Roots” music. Rather than reinforce a feeling of place and point-of-view, they amplify the supreme disconnectedness that overwhelms everyone intermittently and a few of us permanently. In it, even things held in hand seem just out of reach.” - Gordon Lamb, Flagpole

Artist - Efren
Album - Always Been A Bleeder
Release Date - August 17, 2010

Label - Slo Pro

Tracklist:

01. Stay High
02. Next Tuesday
03. Potholes
04. Check It Down
05. Rapids

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DEEP CARNIVALE returns to Ybor City on September 11, 2010!
Deep Carnivale – A Celebration of Words is Tampa’s premiere literature festival. Each year, it brings together hundreds of arts enthusiasts of all creeds, united around a common love of language. Deep Carnivale showcases not only literature and poetry, but also the visual arts, dance, drama and music, because all of these can be mediums for the expression of words as art. Programming at Deep Carnivale stretches from the playful to the avant garde, with activities for all ages, with a heavy focus on literacy and the enjoyment of reading for our younger guests.

So save the date! Deep Carnivale (What’s it mean? Who cares!) Saturday, September 11, 2010 at Hillsborough Community College - Ybor Campus (2112 N 15th St).Yes, it’s a school, but it has great air conditioning, and we promise, no pop quizzes, no FCAT!

The fun starts at 10AM and goes until we can't take it anymore. Or you can't take it anymore. Lots to see hear and do for kids, parents, intellectuals (smart asses) and the rest of us people (folks, and you!).

“At a moment when ignorance is being aggressively defended, Deep Carnivale still respects our intelligence. Imagine that.” - David Warner, Editor, Creative Loafing

Visit www.deepcarnivale.com for more information or contact us at artistsandwritersgroup@gmail.com

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Want to be a featured author/poet/performer? And a chance to win some Artists and Writers Group stimulus funds?!

The Artists and Writers Group announces a series of auditions for writers and readers interested in participating in the 4th annual DEEP CARNIVALE.

The auditions are free and open to the public and to all ages. Participants have two minutes to read his or her original material or any work by any author. Finalists will have an opportunity to read another two minutes of material. Three participants at each audition will be selected to read at Deep Carnivale, September 10th and compete for three cash awards totaling $200.

Judging will be based on both the quality of the material and the presentation. Material should be appropriate for the general public.

To reserve a spot on the audition schedule please contact David Audet at daudet@hccfl.edu and indicate which evening and general time you wish to read. However, anyone can attend any audition and if spaces are available, sign up at that time.

Thursday, August 12, The Globe Coffee Lounge in St. Petersburg will hold the first audition, 7:00 to 9:00 PM. The Globe is located at 532 1st Avenue N. www.globecoffeelounge.com

Wednesday, August 18 and September 1, Tre Amici at the Bunker www.yborbunker.com will hold the next two auditions, 7:00 to 9:00 PM. Tre Amici is located in Ybor City at 1907 North 19th Street. 813-247-6964

Note: the auditions are being held in two wonderful coffee/wine bars. Even if you don’t plan to audition, come and support our talented creative community and local businesses.
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Watch a Movie for Free at the Clearwater Public Library

CLEARWATER, Fla. – The Clearwater Library System will host Films on the Bluff at the Clearwater Beach Library on Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2 p.m. and the Clearwater Main Library on Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2 p.m. featuring the movie Hachi: A Dog’s Tale, starring Richard Gere and Joan Allen. Admission is free.

The movie is an adaptation of a true Japanese tale about a loyal dog named Hachiko. When his master fails to return home from work one day, Hachi returns to the train station daily to wait for him, touching the lives of those around him.

The Clearwater Main Library is located at 100 N. Osceola Ave. and the Clearwater Beach Library is located at 69 Bay Esplanade. For more information, call (727) 562-4970 or visit www.myclearwater.com/cpl.


Mark your calendars now for the 2010 Ironman World Championship 70.3. The race will be held on Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010.

For more information about the Ironman 70.3 series, visit www.ironman.com/ironman70.3. For more information about the next Ironman World Championship 70.3 on Nov. 13, visit www.myclearwater.com/ironman

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THIS WEEK IN ST. PETE! 

 August 31-September 6, 2010

LABOR DAY ALTERNATIVES  

 

Take a swing at Mangrove Bay, Cypress

Links or Twin Brooks Golf Courses..

                                                          

 

 ...visit Sunken Gardens...

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Play at The Pier...

   

...or take a dip in either North Shore or Walter Fuller pools...

 

(No change to regular trash collection days) 

 www.stpete.org/events



Tuesday - August 31

 

TB Rays vs. Toronto Blue Jays
Tropicana Field, 7:10 p.m. 1-888-FAN-RAYS or www.raysbaseball.com

 

 Critter of the Week: Diana's Hogfish

The Pier Aquarium, 800 2nd Ave. N.E. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Get your copy of the Animal Fact Sheet at the admission desk or ask for sheets on previously featured celebrities. 727-895-7437 or www.pieraquarium.org    

Wednesday - Sept. 1

 

Coffee with a Curator: Dali's Association with Bread
The Dali, 1000 3rd St. S., 10:15 to 11 a.m. Learn why images of bread are constant themes in select works by the master surrealist. Complimentary Starbucks coffee and refreshments will be available prior to the tour. 727-823-3767 or www.thedali.org 

 

Preparing Your Landscape for Storms webinar
12:15 to 12:45 p.m. Learn what you can do to protect your home and landscape and minimize damage from possible hurricanes or tropical storms from Pinellas County Horticulture Specialist Bob Albanese. Free, but register 24 hours prior at www.pinellascountyextension.org or call 727-582-2100.

 

TB Rays vs. Toronto Blue Jays
Tropicana Field, 7:10 p.m. 1-888-FAN-RAYS or www.raysbaseball.com

Thursday - Sept. 2

 

Dali & Beyond Film Series: Shock of the New
The Dali, 1000 3rd St. S, 6 p.m. Episode 4, free with paid admission ($5 after 5 p.m. every Thursday.) Free refreshments and beer for sale. 727-327-3767 or www.thedali.org

 

Mayor's Night Out
Frank Pierce Rec Center,2000 7th St. S, 7 p.m. Your opportunity to meet one-on-one with Mayor Foster and representatives from city departments to address your questions and concerns. All residents are invited to attend regardless of their council district. 727-893-7465 or www.stpete.org/mayorsnightout

 

Look Tonight
Studio@620, 620 1st Ave. S, 7:30 p.m. Explore glamour and the roles it plays in contemporary American culture in this spoken theater and creative dance performance. $20 general admission; $15 students & seniors over 65. 727-895-6620 or www.studio620.org 

Friday - Sept. 3

 

September 3-12
Nomadic Tendencies Film Festival
Various times/St. Petersburg locations. Get star-struck with a 10 day festival of cinematography featuring more than 140 films from around the world. See some of your favorite big-screen stars in a variety of genres. For a festival calendar, www.nomadic-tendencies.com

 

 

St. Pete Reads

The Pier Dockside Activity Room, 800 2nd Ave. N.E., 5 to 7 p.m. Come see what St. Pete reads with live readings from authors, including New York Times bestseller and Florida resident, Tim Dorsey. Get a sneak peek at the new cover art for the upcoming Zombie Anthology "Zombie Nation: St. Pete." Sponsored by St. Petersburg College. 727-821-6443 or www.stpetepier.com

 

Opening Reception - Member's Show 2010
The Way Forward: Roads Less Traveled
Morean Arts Center, 719 Central Ave. 5:30 to 9 p.m. See work in a variety of mediums created by member artists of the Morean Arts Center. Take a scavenger hunt, watch artist demos, learn about classes and vote for the People's Choic e Awards. Free. 727-822-7872 or www.moreanartscenter.org

 

First Friday St. Pete Get Downtown Music Series
Central Ave. between 2nd & 3rd Sts., 5:30 to 10 p.m. Get downtown and get down with the fun on the first Friday monthly. Featuring Al Chisholm & the On Que Players. Great music, a lively crowd and all the fun you can handle. 727-393-3597, www.firstfridaystpete.com or www.breakfastoptimist.org

 

Look Tonight
Studio@620, 620 1st Ave. S, 8 p.m. Friday. Explore glamour and the roles it plays in contemporary American culture in this spoken theater and creative dance performance. $20 general admission; $15 students & seniors over 65. 727-895-6620 or www.studio620.org

Saturday - Sept. 4

 

Bird Walk
Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, 1101 Country Club Way S, 8 a.m. Join us for a walk through the Preserve in search of our feathered residents and migratory friends. Free. 727-893-7326 or www.stpete.org/boyd

 

AWAPS Pancake Breakfast
The Hangar Restaurant, 540 1st St. S.E.,  8:30 to 11:30 a.m., Get your weekend started with an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast, including eggs, hash browns, grits, OJ, coffee and, of course, pancakes. Cost: $10. First Saturday monthly. 727-822-1532 or www.awaps.org

 

Nature's Elements
Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, 1101 Country Club Way S, 9:30 a.m. to Noon. Let Miss Jan lead your child on a fun-filled morning of natural wonders through treks through the Preserve, creative activities and take-home crafts. Ages 4-7. Cost: $10. 727-893-7326 or www.stpete.org/boyd

 

Tampa Bay Inventors Fair
The Pier, 800 2nd Ave. N.E., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. See the latest inventions that Tampa Bay minds are tinkering with for the 3rd annual fair. www.tbic.us

 

17th Annual 'Vettes on the Pier!
The Pier, 800 2nd Ave. N.E., 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. A Labor Day tradition! Bring the family (rain or shine) to see all makes and models of Corvettes displayed on the waterfront, valve cover racing and an awards presentation at 3 p.m. Free. Sponsored by the Suncoast Corvette Association. 727-821-6443 or www.stpetepier.com  

 

Family Fun Saturdays
The Dali, 1000 3rd St. S, 11:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Dilly dally with Dali with games, puzzles and craft activities for the whole family! Get a Family Guide and discover the magic of Dali as you tour the collection on your own. Free with Museum admission. 727-823-3767 or www.thedali.org

 

Jayne Sings: My Tribute to Lena Horne
Susan R. Hough Cabaret, American Stage, 163 3rd St. N., 7 p.m., Enjoy Tampa Bay singer, actor and songwriter Jayne Trinette as she bring you the stylings of Miss Lena Horne. Trinette is back at American Stage after last fall's smash hit "Fences." Pay What You Can at the door, $15 in advance. 727-823-PLAY or www.americanstage.org

 

Look Tonight
Studio@620, 620 1st Ave. S, 8 p.m. Explore glamour and the roles it plays in contemporary American culture in this spoken theater and creative dance performance. $20 general admission; $15 students & seniors over 65. 727-895-6620 or
www.studio620.org

Sunday - Sept. 5 

 

The Mystery of Irma Vep Production Lecture
American Stage, 163 3rd St. N., 1 p.m., Learn how two actors can play two dozen roles, including a sympathetic werewolf , vampire and Egyptian princess, and still keep the audience enthralled. Hear from the play's producer about the play's staging, lighting and the technical, as well as artistic, nuances. 727-823-PLAY or www.americanstage.org

 

September 5 to October 31
The Dali: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage - Spanish Language Tours

The Dali, 1000 3rd St. S., 1:45 p.m. In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Museum is presenting tours of the collection and the world of Dali in Spanish each Sunday. Free with Museum admission. 727-823-3767 or www.thedali.org

 

Jayne Sings: My Tribute to Lena Horne
Susan R. Hough Cabaret, American Stage, 163 3rd St. N., 6 p.m., Enjoy Tampa Bay singer, actor and songwriter Jayne Trinette as she bring you the stylings of Miss Lena Horne. Trinette is back at American Stage after last fall's smash hit "Fences." Pay What You Can at the door, $15 in advance. 727-823-PLAY or www.americanstage.org

Monday - Sept. 6

 

Labor Day Fall Celebration
The Pier, 800 2nd Ave. N.E., 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. Bring the family for a fun-filled day of Latin music, courtesy of B.A.I.L.E., and entertainment to kick off the beginning of fall! No coolers or outside food/beverages! 727-821-6443 or www.stpetepier.com

 

Jayne Sings: My Tribute to Lena Horne

Susan R. Hough Cabaret, American Stage, 163 3rd St. N., 7 p.m., Enjoy Tampa Bay singer, actor and songwriter Jayne Trinette as she bring you the stylings of Miss Lena Horne. Trinette is back at American Stage after last fall's smash hit "Fences." Pay What You Can at the door, $15 in advance. 727-823-PLAY or www.americanstage.org

Upcoming Events

 

September 1 to September 30
Columbia Restaurant's 13th Annual American Harvest
The Pier, 800 2nd Ave. N.E., 4th Floor. Let your appetite do the giving as you support local nonprofits in St. Petersburg and dine at The Columbia Restaurant at The Pier during September. Five percent of all guests' lunch or dinner checks will be donated to charitable organizations of the customers' choosing. Visit www.columbiarestaurant.com/recipes_wines.asp for a list of organizations and restaurant hours. 727-822-8000 or www.columbiarestaurant.com

 

September 11
Howard Troxler Meet and Greet

St. Petersburg Main Library Auditorium, 3745 9th Ave. N., 2 p.m. Enjoy the wit, wisdom and candor of St. Petersburg Times columnist Howard Troxler during this Friends of the Main Library event. Allow time for a tour of the newly renovated Main branch. Free. 727-893-7724 or www.splibraries.org

 

September 11
7th Annual AIDS Walk
North Shore Park, 901 North Shore Dr. N.E., Registration, 8 a.m.; Walk, 10 a.m. Help support the fight against AIDS with a walk along St. Petersburg's sparkling waterfront with Grand Marshal FOX 13's Andy Johnson. Begin the morning with the tolling of the AIDS Memorial Bell to recognize lives lost in the 9/11 attack and enjoy entertainment with the Double M Band and Righteously Outrageous Twirling Corps (ROTC). Proceeds benefit clients of AIDS Servicre Association in Pinellas and helps those infected or affected by HIV/AIDS. 727-328-3268 or www.aidswalkstpetersburg.org

 

September 11
22nd Street Soul Food Festival
Historic Seaboard Train Station, 420 22nd St. S., 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Celebrate a heritage rich in music and soul food featuring live gospel and jazz music, the history of 22nd St. S., kids' activities and more! Vote on your favorites prepared by local soul food restaurants, including BBQ, collards, deviled eggs, crab shala, and sweet potato pie. Vendor applications available until 8/23 from Rinita Anderson, 727-455-5130 or Vanessa Diana, 727-896-2529 or www.discover22ndst.com

 

September 25
Carefest
Various locations, 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Give back to your community and help a neighbor by volunteering for Carefest! Perform helpful services such as painting, mowing, weeding, delivering food or visiting nursing homes. For a list of projects, visit www.stpete.org/neighborhoods. To volunteer, contact Teketa Marshall, Community Enrichment, 892-5088 or Philip Harris, Neighborhood Partnership, 893-4110.  

 

September 25
3rd Annual Tangerine Blues Fest

5022 Tangerine Ave. S., Gulfport (Tangerine Greenway) 4 to 10 p.m. Relax under the stars to the sounds of the Damon Fowler Group, Joel Sanders Band, Julie Black and the Deacon Blues Band and more! Enjoy an antique car display, arts and crafts, kids' activities. A wide variety of food vendors will be on hand for your dining pleasure. A portion of the proceeds benefits All Children's Hospital. Co-sponsored by the city of St. Petersburg. 727-515-4941 or www.tangerinebluesfest.com  

 

September 30
Curtain Call
Progress Energy Center for the Arts/Mahaffey Theater, 400 1st St. S, 6 to 8 p.m. Get a sneak preview of the 2010-2011 season with a Main Stage presentation, live performances throughout the Theater, food and beverages, promotional items, door prizes and more! 727-892-5798 or www.mahaffeytheater.com

 

October 9
St. Pete Oktoberfest
Grand Central District, 4 to 11 p.m. Join in the fall celebration with this first annual event! Sample beer and cider from local and regional craft breweries, complemented with food from GCD restaurants and vendors, live entertainment and art. Shop for bargains along Central Ave. and in the neighborhood to round out your day. Ages 21 & up. Tickets $25 in advance, $30 day of event. www.stpeteoktoberfest.com or www.grandcentraldistrict.org 

 

October 17
3rd Annual Hot Pepper Fest
Sunken Gardens, 1825 4th St. N, 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. It's everything pepper under one roof - browse a variety of pepper plants for sale - from sweet to hot; pepper clothing, jewelry and artwork; jellies, food and hot sauces; a pepper-eating contest and ice cold beer to wash it all down! 727-551-3102 or www.sunkengardens.org

 

October 30
Circus McGurkis (The People's Fair)
Lake Vista Park, corner of 16th and 62nd Ave. S., 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Browse more than 100 vendors, enjoy live entertainment, food, free children's activities, an education/information fair and more! Free. Vendors welcome, register at www.circusmcgurkis.org or call Greg Stemm 727-239-5131

 

November 5
GREAT EXtravaganza Fundraising Cruise
Enjoy an evening of cocktails, dinner on a sunset cruise aboard the StarLite Majesty to help support St. Petersburg's pre-eminent children's teaching museum. As the ship sails from the Reniassance Vinoy Resort, relax with sive and silent auctions, music, dancing and a fireworks finale cap off an enjoyable evening. Tickets: $150 per person. 727-821-8992 or www.greatex.org

 

November 6

Spa Beach Splash (rescheduled from April)

The Baltic Sea vs. Florida's largest estuary
Pier Aquarium, 800 2nd Ave. N.E., Discover Tampa Bay at this annual event. Play a giant memory game, learn the differences and similarities between this brackish sea and Tampa Bay. 727-803-9799 or www.pieraquarium.org/?EventsB

 

November 19-21
Women's Half-Marathon/Fitness Expo
Various downtown locations. Runners from across the country and Canada take to the  waterfront and downtown for the second annual Half Marathon/5K to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Get the latest tips in fitness, exercise clothing and equipment at a two-day fitness expo at the Renaissance Vinoy. Sunday'srace begins in front of the Mahaffey Theater and winds up in Albert Whitted Park. Walkers and runners welcome. www.womenshalfmarathon.com

 

November 20-21

CraftArt

Florida Craftsmen, 501 Central Ave. Applications available at www.zapplication.org. 727-821-7391 or www.floridacraftsmen.net

 

November 27

Grand Central District's Chili Cookoff

Details TBA. For more info, visit www.grandcentraldistrict.org     

 

December 21

Beef O'Brady's Bowl St. Petersburg

Tropicana Field, 8 p.m.  Watch the Big East and C-USA champs battle it out for the 2010 title.  Tickets available soon. The game will also be televised in prime time on ESPN. www.stpetersburgbowl.com

 

February 26, 2011

Miss St. Petersburg/Miss Largo/Miss Pinellas County Pageant

Details forthcoming.

 

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November 19
No Reservations: An Evening with Anthony Bourdain
Mahaffey Theater, 400 1st St. S, 8 p.m. Spend a delightful evening with "the bad boy of cuisine" as he shares his observations and insights about the world of restaurants, chefs and cooking in a Q&A session with the audience. Chef, television personality and author, Bourdain promises to not disappoint! Copies of his latest book, along with titles from his back catalog, will be available for purchase onsite. Tickets on sale at www.ticketmaster.com or www.mahaffeytheater.com,  727-892-5798

 

September 17-19
A Little Night Music
The Palladium, 253 5th Ave. N, 7:30 Fri/Sat; 2 p.m. Sunday. Enjoy the Opera's fifth season opener with this classic tale of a tangled web of current and former lovers set among Sweden's elite upper crust featuring the melodius and memorable waltzes of Stephen Sondheim. 727-823-2040 or www.stpete.opera.org

 

September 3-26
The Way Forward: Roads Less Traveled

Morean Arts Center, 719 Central Ave. See work in a variety of mediums created by member artists of the Morean Arts Center, including Margaret Steward, who recently passed away. Admission to the Morean Galleries waived during September. 727-822-7872 or
www.moreanartscenter.org

September 3 to September 25
Margaret Steward
Morean Arts Center, 719 Central Ave. Celebrate the live and work of Margaret Steward, award-winning artist and beloved Morean member, who passed away in 2010. 727-822-7872 or www.moreanartscenter.org

 

September 2-30
Historic Marine Lanterns & Buoy Lights
Weedon Island Preserve, 1800 Weedon Dr. N.E. Thurs.-Sat. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. See a 30 year collection of nautical lanterns and buoy lights from Harry Cunningham III, a fifth-generation Floridian and 2010 Volunteer of the Year for the Tampa Bay Estuary Program. On Sept. 18 at 2 p.m., Mr. Cunningham will talk about his collection, their use and history. 727-453-6500 or www.weedonislandpreserve.org

 

August 28 to January 9, 2011
Transcending Vision: American Impressionism
Museum of Fine Arts, 255 Beach Dr. N.E. View more than 120 stellar paintings, drawings, and prints in one of the most impressive exhibitions of American art in this area. Featuring artists Robert Spencer, Thomas Moran, John Sloan, George Bellows and others from Bank of America's art collection, the exhibition represents the changing mindset of American art and culture from the late-19th century to WWII.  727-896-2667 or www.fine-arts.org

 

August 14 to October 10
Speak Up, Speak Now!
Florida Holocaust Museum, 55 Fifth St. S., 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Sunday and Thursday evenings until 8 p.m. See art from a child's perspective in a variety of media (clay, mosaic, etc.) from middle school students attending the 2010 summer outreach program. Opening reception Sunday, August 22 at 2 p.m. RSVP to 727-820-0100 x. 236 by August 18. www.flholocaustmuseum.org

 

August 14 to September 30
Marine Landscapes and Wildlife of Florida
Weedon Island Preserve, 1800 Weedon Island Dr. N.E. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Experience the brilliant underwater landscapes and wildlife scenes of C.W. Tanner, whose oil paintings and limited edition prints are realistically whimsical with a touch of fantasy. See the newest work in his Saltwater Predator series unveiled and find out more about the artist process during an artist reception August 14 from 1 to 3 p.m. 727-453-6500 or www.weedonislandpreserve.org

  

August 1 to September 30

Bob Preston: A Life in Photographs

St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave. N.E. View historic B&W images taken by Preston, a former staff photographer for The Independent and St. Pete Times. Exhibit reception August 20 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. 727-894-1052 or www.spmoh.org 

 

May 28 through December 2010
Sharing Salvador

The Dali, 1000 Third St. S, View a selection of paintings, objects and photos that chronicle the origins of the Dali Museum as the building's last exhibition before relocating to the new structure.  The exhibition pays tribute to the museum's benefactors, the Morse Family. 727-823-3767 or www.thedali.org

 

May 8 to September 12
On the Edge of the Abyss
Florida Holocaust Museum, 55 5th St. S
View 93 photographic reproductions of drawings by artist Ella Liebermann-Shiber created following her liberation from Nazi captivity in May 1945. The images represent a nightmarish memory and contain images some may find disturbing. 727-820-0100 or www.flholocaustmuseum.org

 

May 7 to December 30
Perpetrators
Florida Holocaust Museum, 55 5th St. S
A series of monotone lithograph portraits of "ordinary people," including industrialists, businessmen, professionals, soldiers, churchmen, physicians, lawyers and bureaucrats who implemented and executed Hitler's ghoulish plans. 727-820-0100 or www.flholocaustmuseum.org  

 

Legendary Landscapes: Florida Highwaymen Exhibition - through Fall

St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave. N.E. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.Celebrate the history of the Sunshine State as colorful landscapes from 26 of Florida's most talented "backyard" artists who sold their works along the roadsides. Original artwork will be available for purchase. 727-894-1052 or www.spmoh.org 

 

Images of the Past Meet the Photography of the Future

St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 Second Ave. NE. 7 to 9 p.m. See history transformed by 17 Pinellas County 

photographers using modern photographic techniques to re-create through recreations of historical photographs re-taken in HDR.  Presented by the Museum of History and the North Pinellas Photography Forum. $5 suggested donation. 727-894-1052 or www.spmoh.org    

  

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Fitness

 

Mangrove Bay September Golf Specials
875 62nd Ave. N.E. Monday/Wednesday/Thursday - Noon to 3 p.m. Only $18 plus tax for 18 holes and 1/2 golf car. Thursday/Friday/Saturday/Sunday - Super Twilight after 4:30 p.m.- $15 plus tax greens fee and 1/2 golf car. 727-893-7800 or www.stpete.org/golf

 

*New* Latin Aerobics
The Pier, 800 Second Ave. N.E., 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Every Friday night. Get fit to the beat of Latin rhythms with Zumba-certified instructor Mida in this group class. $5 per person. www.salsawithgreg.com

 

Latin Rhythms@the Waterside Grill

The Pier, 800 2nd Ave. N.E., Lessons 8:45-9:15 p.m., Dancing till 12:30 a.m. (Formerly B.A.I.L.E.) Start your weekend off by dancing the night away with some Salsa, Merengue, Bachata and more! Come for free lessons, then practice your dance moves until 12:30 a.m. This free, family-friendly event is sponsored by Bay Area International Events. Every Friday. 727-821-6443, www.stpetepier.com  or www.salsawithgreg.com 

 

Golf for Fun!

Beginners, returning golfers and those looking to improve their game, take a swing with "Golf for Fun." Six lessons, clubs, balls and practice time only $49.95. You'll be taught by some of the top PGA professionals in the area at Mangrove Bay or Twin Brooks golf courses! For more information, www.stpete.org/golf/lessons.asp and get in the game!

 

*On Summer Break until Sept. 2*  

Awaken Yoga at Sunken Gardens

1825 4th St. N., Every Tuesday & Thursday, 10 a.m. Breathe in and relax as you reap yoga's meditative benefits in the serenity of Sunken Gardens. $12/class or $45/monthly.  www.sunkengardens.org  or 727-551-3102.

 

*On Summer Break* 

Lunchtime Yoga with Vandana
Sunken Gardens, 1825 4th St. N, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Mondays & Wednesdays. Spend your lunch hour working out the kinks and learning how to relax.  $12/class or $45/month (monthly fee allows access to the Awaken Yoga (see above) Tuesday/Thursday classes) 727-551-3102 or www.stpete.org/sunkengardens 

 

Muscle Bar Sculpt
Sunken Gardens, 1825 4th St. N, 9:15 a.m. Tuesday/Thursday. Build long & lean muscles with this 50 minute group personal training session using a weighted bar and resistance tube combo. Perfect for women of all ages and fitness levels. First class free, $15/class or $100/10 classes or $50 month unlimited. $60 one-time enrollment fee includes all equipment. 727-637-7913 or www.strollerfitstpete.blogspot.com

 

*On Summer Break*

Yoga at Boyd -

Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, 1101 Country Club Way S. Thursdays, 5:30 p.m.  Breathe in the fresh air and the beauty of Boyd Hill Nature Preserve with a 60-minute relaxing yoga practice. Appropriate for all levels of physical fitness.  727-893-7326 or www.stpete.org/boyd 

 

*On Summer Break*

Pilates

Sunken Gardens, 1825 4th St. N., 10 to 11 a.m. Mondays. Learn core strength, flexibility and body awareness through this very popular exercise in the serenity of Sunken Gardens' tropical paradise.$12/class or $40/month. 727-551-3102 or www.stpete.org/sunkengardens         


Hoop Dancing
Sunken Gardens, 1825 4th St. N, 10 to 11 a.m. Catch the latest fitness craze sweeping the nation right here in St. Pete!  Hoop dancing allows freedom of movement while providing a great workout with a professional hoola hoop. The 10-class session on Tuesdays & Wednesdays costs $80 or $15 for drop-ins. 727-551-3102 

 

Walking Tour of Historic Downtown

Starts at Central Ave. and 2nd St., 10 a.m. to noon. Second Saturday monthly. www.stpetepreservation.org or 727-824-7802.

  

Oldies But Goodies Dances
The Pier, 800 2nd Ave. N.E. , Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday afternoon through Sept. 22, Noon to 3 p.m. Dance the afternoon away.
www.stpetepier.com  
   
Tea Dances - October to July
Coliseum, 535 4th Ave. N. Dance instruction 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., taped music 12:30 to 1 p.m. and live music by various bands 1 to 3:30 p.m. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon dancing. Every 1st & 3rd Wednesday. $7 dance, $10 dance & instruction. 727-892-5202 or www.stpete.org/coliseum    

 

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RE$OLVE TO $AVE 

  

Check back each week for new free and deeply discounted events!  

 

Great Art Explorations
Great Explorations, 1925 4th St. N, 2 to 2:45 p.m. Unleash the budding artist in your 3 to 6 year old when they create their own masterpieces each week using different art materials and methods. Mondays and Wednesdays. Free with museum admission. 727-821-8992 or www.greatex.org
 

 

Terrific Tots
Great Exploration, 1925 4th St. N, 11 to 11:30 a.m. Stimulate your 1 to 2 year old's developing mind with multidisciplinary exercises using elements of art, science, math and music. Adult participation required. Wednesdays and Fridays. Free with museum  admission. 727-821-8992 or www.greatex.org

 

American Stage After Hours:
American Stage Theatre Company, 163 3rd St. N. 8 p.m. Looking for some alternative entertainment? American Stage's After Hours performances are just the ticket for your weekend. Showtimes, performance dates vary. All shows feature Pay What You Can Performances. 727-823-7529 or www.americanstage.org

    

 

FISH-ful Saturday Celebrates The Year of the Ocean

The Pier Aquarium, 800 2nd Ave. N.E. Noon to 2 p.m., the 1st Saturday of each month. Free to children 6 & under with paid adult, student or senior admission. 727-895-7437 or www.pieraquarium.org  

September 4 - The Mediterranean Sea

October 2 - The Indian Ocean

November 6 - The Baltic Ocean

December 4- The Arctic Ocean

  

Wee-time at Weedon
1800 Weedon Drive N.E. 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Introduce your pre-schooler to the wonders of the natural world. Every second and fourth Thursday, children experience a variety of stories, puppet shows, and hands-on activities that connect them to their environment. Free, pre-registration is required.  Recommended ages: 3 - 5. www.weedonislandpreserve.org  

September 9 - The Creek, The Kazoo & What Can You Do?

September 23 - The Sea, The Storm & The Mangrove Tangle

 


Weekly Planetarium Shows
The Planetarium at St. Pete College. 69th St. N at 5th Avenue, Natural Science Bldg., Rm. 205. Learn how to spot the Big Dipper, Orion's Belt or Cassiopeia during free weekly showings. After the show, take your knowledge to the rooftop observatory for telescope viewing, weather permitting. Reservations are not necessary, for ages 5 and up. 727-341-4320 or www.spjc.cc.fl.us/spg/planetarium
 

 

Knitting 101
South Branch Library, 2300 Roy Hanna Dr. S, Thursdays at 11 a.m. Learn how to knit and get a head start on those holiday gifts!  Free class for knitting novices. Reservation is required. 727-893-7244 or www.splibraries.org/events

 

$5 Saturdays at the Museum!
St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave.NE. Trace how St. Petersburg became a city. Regular museum admission: $9, ages 60 and up: $7, Students w/ID: $5, Children 7-17: $5, under 6: FREE. Rates for a family of 4: only $24 (any additional child only $2). 727-894-1052 or www.spmoh.org
 for museum hours.

 

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Eco Adventures

 

Guided Tram Tours

Boyd Hill Nature Preserve. 1101 Country Club Way S., Tues. through Sat. 1 p.m. and Sat. at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Ranger guided tram tour through Boyd Hill Nature Preserve. www.stpete.org/boyd or 727-893-7326.

 

Jungle Boogie
Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, 1101 Country Club Way S., 11:15 a.m. Teach your preschooler about Florida's natural ecosystems, animals and plants with a romp through Boyd Hill Nature Preserve. Ages 3-5. Cost: $2.50/child; parents free. 727-893-7326 or www.stpete.org/boyd   

 

Saturday Guided Hikes
Weedon Island Preserve, 1800 Weedon Island Drive NE, 9 to 11 a.m. Bring water and a snack for the 2 hour hike through the coastal mangrove and upland ecosystems of the Preserve. Closed toed shoes and a hat are recommended. For ages 6 & up. Reserve your space by 2 p.m. on the Friday prior to the hike of your choice. Free. 727-453-6500 or www.weedonislandpreserve.org 

September 4, 11, 18, 25

 

Saturday Guided Nature Walks
Fort De Soto Park, 3500 Pinellas Bayway S., Tierra Verde, 10 to 11:15 a.m. Enjoy the beauty of Ft. De Soto Park with a nature walk for the entire family including a guided Beach Walk. Free. Call 727-552-1862 for tour information, meeting locations or to register.   www.pinellascounty.org/park/05_Ft_Desoto.htm 

September 11, 18, 25 

 

Sunday Guided Nature Walks
Fort De Soto Park, 3500 Pinellas Bayway S., Tierra Verde, 10 to 11 a.m. Take a Sunday stroll through Fort De Soto Park with the family and go on a guided Arrowhead Trail Walk. Free. Call 727-552-1862 for tour information, meeting locations or to register. www.pinellascounty.org/park/05_Ft_Desoto.htm

September 12, 19

 

Downtown Walking Tours

NW corner Central Ave. & 2nd St.. 10 a.m. See the jewels of St. Petersburg's past while learning tidbits about the city's foundations and historic architecture. Regular season tours on Saturdays from October-April with special evening tours offered during the summer. Choose from the Original Downtown Historic Walking Tour (2nd Sat. monthly); the Westward Ho from the Waterfront Tour (last Sat. monthly); or the North by Old Northeast Walking Tour (3rd Sat. monthly). $5 donations are appreciated which may be applied toward membership if you join that day. Reservations requested but not required. www.stpetepreservation.org or 727-824-7802

 

Weetime at Weedon
Weedon Island Nature Preserve, 1800 Weedon Island Drive NE, 2nd & 4th Thursdays. Educate your preschooler about the environment through stories, arts & crafts and learning activities for ages 3-5. Free. Pre-registration is required. 727-453-6500 or www.weedonislandpreserve.org 

September 9 - The Creek, The Kazoo & What Can You Do?

September 23 - The Sea, The Storm & The Mangrove Tangle

 

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Creative Corner

   

Appetite for Art - Artist's Table *On Summer Break*

Various locations, Noon to 2 p.m., Spend the third Thursday of the month dining with a local artist to discuss their work process and art in general. Reservations recommended. Alissa Hopkins, 727-822-7872 x 2133 or 

alissa@moreanartscenter.org 

 

AMP: Art, Music, Poetry
Studio@620, 620 1st Ave. S. 9 p.m. Listen to up-and-coming Bay Area poets, performance artists and poets, spoken-word artists and experimental writers with special guest musicians. All poets and writers in all genres welcome. Last Monday monthly. 727-895-6620 or www.studio620.org.  

 

Sunday Jazz Cafe
Royal Theater Midtown, 1011 22nd Street S, 4 to 8 p.m. Third Sunday monthly. Come listen, play or vibe. Featuring the Ron Gregg Trio with Jim Holibaugh and Kevin Wilder along with a special guest artist. Food, wine & beer available. $10. 727-327-6556 or www.royaltheatermidtown.com    

 

Through Jan. 31, 2011

Dali Double Takes Contest 

The Dali Museum. Create a vision of who you think Salvador Dali is - as you think, create, behave and/or look like Dali - and record it for posterity in a one-minute video. Everyone is eligible - there are no age limits. Express and define how you or your work embodies the spirit of Dali. Visit www.thedali.org/doubletakes for more information and an entry form. Videos selected will be shown at the Look-Alike Party on Friday, February 11, 2011.

 

Now Open! The Gallery at Muvico BayWalk 20 and IMAX Theatres! Sip sparkling wine or cold beer as you enjoy the latests in art & independent films in oversized leather seating, rotating art exhibits, and complimentary reservations.  Ages 21 & older. Enjoy free parking for weekdays after 5 p.m. and all day Saturday & Sunday. Bring your ticket stub to the BayWalk Security office in Ste. 113 for validation. 727-502-0965 or www.muvico.com/thegallery.asp

 

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Leisure Time Fun

   

Golf for Fun!

Beginners, returning golfers and those looking to improve their game are invited to take a swing with "Golf for Fun." Six lessons, clubs, balls and practice time are all included for $49.95 and you'll be taught by some of the top PGA professionals in the area at Mangrove Bay or Twin Brooks golf courses! For more information, www.stpete.org/golf/lessons.asp and get in the game!

  

Latin Rhythms@the Waterside Grill

The Pier, 800 2nd Ave. N.E., Lessons 8:45-9:15 p.m., Dancing till 12:30 a.m. (Formerly B.A.I.L.E) Start your weekend off by dancing the night away with some Salsa, Merengue, Bachata and more! Come for free lessons, then practice your dance moves until 12:30 a.m. This free, family-friendly event is sponsored by Bay Area International Events. Every Friday. 727-821-6443, www.stpetepier.com or www.salsawithgreg.com

 

Sunday Jazz Cafe
Royal Theater Midtown, 1011 22nd Street S, 4 to 8 p.m. Third Sunday monthly. Come listen, play or vibe. Featuring the Ron Gregg Trio with Jim Holibaugh and Kevin Wilder along with a special guest artist. Food, wine & beer available. $10. 727-327-6556 or www.royaltheatermidtown.com     

  

Friday Night Wine & Music Series
BayWalk, 153 2nd Ave. N,  6 to 9 p.m.  Toast the start of the weekend every third Friday through November with smooth jazz and a glass of wine and enjoy free parking with validation! Guests may purchase glasses of wine for a $3 donation to benefit various charities while listening to the relaxing sounds of local jazz artists. www.newbaywalk.com  

 

St. Pete Shuffle
Shuffleboard Courts, Fridays. 559 Mirror Lake Dr. N. 7 to 11 p.m. A hip twist on an old game. Free. 727-822-2083 or www.stpeteshuffle.com

   

Saturday Afternoon Fun
The Pier, 800 2nd Ave N.E. Every 2nd & 4th Saturday, 1 to 4 p.m. Fritzy Brothers One Man Circus and family fun. Free face painting every Saturday. www.stpetepier.com or 727-821-6443.

 

Sunday Afternoon Fun

The Pier, 800 2nd Ave N.E. Every 1st & 3rd Sundays. First Sunday - free caricatures. Third Sunday - unicycle antics and balloon animals. 727-821-6443 or www.stpetepier.com

 

Music Fest by the Bay

The Pier, 800 2nd Ave. N.E. 1 to 4 p.m. Sundays. Relax in the Courtyard by the Bay and enjoy the melodies of local musicians. www.stpetepier.com or 727-821-6443    

September 5 - Flashback

September 12 - Kickin' Again

September 19 - Green Flash

September 26 - 3 Pint Harmony

  

Oldies But Goodies Dances
The Pier, 800 2nd Ave. N.E. Dockside Activity Rm., Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday afternoon through Sept. 22, Noon to 3 p.m. Dance the afternoon away through September with either The Ron Berringer Trio or The Downtowners. www.stpetepier.com  
 
Tea Dances - October to July
Coliseum, 535 4th Ave. N., 1st & 3rd Wednesdays. Dance instruction 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., taped music 12:30 to 1 p.m. and live music by various bands 1 to 3:30 p.m. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon dancing. $7 dance, $10 dance & instruction. 727-892-5202 or www.stpete.org/coliseum  

 

Grand Central Trolley Hop 

Various locations, Central Ave., 4 p.m. to midnight. Hop aboard the Central Ave. Shuttle every third Friday for an evening of fun, food, & free trolley rides! Purchase your passport ($7 for one or 2/$10) & take advantage of food and drink specials from participating merchants. Keep your passport for discounts in the District until the next Trolley Hop! Age 21 & up. 727-328-7086 or www.grandcentraldistrict.org  

 

Gallery Walk
Throughout downtown galleries from 30th Street N to the downtown waterfront. 5:30 to 9 p.m. Second Saturday monthly. More than a dozen galleries participate in this relaxing evening. 

www.stpetearts.org

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Weekly Markets

 

Look for the Saturday Morning Market when it reopens October 2 in downtown St. Pete!

   

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Waterfront Centennial Events

 

September 23
Perspectives on the Parks
Renaissance Vinoy, 501 5th Ave. N.E. How other cities have treated their waterfront parks and what might be in store for the future of the St. Petersburg waterfront. www.stpeteparks100.com 

 

October 19

Historic Preservation Awards
Help preserve the beauty of "old" St. Petersburg by recognizing owners of historically restored or maintained properties 50 years or older or new construction built to blend with neighboring structures. Six awards will be presented, including Preservationist of the Year. Nomination deadline - September 24. Forms available at www.stpetepreservation.org. Preservation Awards Ceremony October 19 at the Mirror Lake Lyceum. 727-824-7802 or
www.stpetepreservation.org   

 

November 6
Party in the Parks
Various locations, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Help celebrate St. Petersburg's waterfront parks! Enjoy an airfest, a Kids & Kubs game, kayaking or electric boat rides, witness the dedication of the Centennial Sundial Sculpture, enjoy live music, car shows, tour a Coast Guard patrol boat or explore a Humvee and don't miss the Air Force flyover! All activities take place in each of the city's 12 downtown waterfront parks. www.stpeteparks100.org
  

 

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ISC Newsletter - August
Click Here To Enter
More than $150,000 in cash and prizes will be shared among the 66 winners, including an overall Grand Prize of $25,000 (US) cash and $20,000 in music equipment, services, and more. ISC has a lot of great new judges for 2010, so scroll down and check them out - this means new judges listening to all the finalists' songs and picking the 2010 winners (this could be you!).

Enter online or mail in your songs. Entering ISC is easy: all you need to do is fill out an entry form and send us your songs. You can also enter through MySpace if you have a MySpace page - which is really easy because ISC will go to your page and listen to your songs there (you don't even need to send us your songs!). No uploading songs, no waiting in line at the post office...

Winning ISC isn't just about the cash and prizes. The recognition, exposure, and kudos of winning ISC add to the reasons to enter and benefits of winning. ISC is looking for great songs and songwriters - so, whether you're a professional songwriter or just starting out, ISC welcomes your entries.
ISC Judges Include:
Peter Gabriel Peter Gabriel Tom Waits Tom Waits Train Train Regina Spektor Regina Spektor Timbaland Timbaland
Kings of Leon Kings of Leon Terence Blanchard Terence Blanchard Kelly Clarkson Kelly Clarkson Ben Harper Ben Harper Rihanna Rihanna
Wynonna Wynonna Ben Folds Ben Folds Jeremy Camp Jeremy Camp Ray Wylie Hubbard Ray Wylie Hubbard Jeff Beck Jeff Beck
Additional Judges Include:
Recording Artists: Keane; McCoy Tyner; Robbie Williams; Michael W. Smith; John Scofield; Jerry Lee Lewis; Alejandro Sanz; Montel Jordan; John Mayall; Craig Morgan; DJ Tiësto; James Cotton; Robert Earl Keen; Baaba Maal; John Digweed; Dan Zanes; K'Naan; Adele; Black Francis (The Pixies); Robert Smith (The Cure); Chris Hillman (The Byrds); Darryl McDaniels (Run D.M.C.); Toots Hibbert (Toots & The Maytals); Sandra Bernhard; and Matt Thiessen (Relient K)

Industry Executives: Monte Lipman (President, Universal Republic Records); Amanda Ghost (President, Epic Records); Rick Krim (Exec. VP, Talent & Music Programming, VH1); Brian Malouf (VP A&R, Walt Disney Records); Bruce Iglauer (Founder/President, Alligator Records); Angel Carrasco (Sr. VP A&R, Latin America, Sony/BMG); Ric Arboit (President, Nettwerk Music Group); Daniel Glass (Founder/CEO, Glassnote Entertainment Group); Cory Robbins (Founder/President, Robbins Entertainment); Dr. Demento (Radio Host, The Dr. Demento Show); Steve Lillywhite (Producer); Dan Storper (President, Putamayo World Music Records and Putumayo Kids); Lisa Ramsey Perkins (Sr. Director, A&R Sony Nashville); Kim Buie (VP A&R, Lost Highway); and Tommy Morris (Talent Coordinator, The Comedy Store)
Categories:
Pop/Top 40, AAA (Adult Album Alternative), R&B/Hip-Hop, Adult Contemporary (AC), Rock, Country, Folk/Singer-Songwriter, Americana, Blues, Jazz, Gospel/Christian, Latin Music, Instrumental, Dance/Electronica, Comedy/Novelty, World Music, Children's Music, Lyrics Only, Teen, Performance, Music Video, and Unsigned Only. Entrants may submit as many songs as they wish - in the same category or in multiple categories.
ISC News:
ISC Launches New Website

ISC is proud to announce the arrival of a new website with an updated design and better functionality. Included in the new site is a Forum section for the public to interact with other artists and a Twitter feed. So, if you want to talk about your songwriting or look for a gig or sell your guitar, check it out. Give us your feedback on the new site! Designed and programmed by Melodic Virtue, you can contact them at www.melodicvirtue.com


Unsigned Only: A New Category For 2010

What is the Unsigned Only category? It's a new category for 2010, and it's for anyone who is not signed to a major record label or major label distribution deal. The entered song may not be owned wholly or partly by a publishing company. ISC created this category to level the playing field for unsigned artists. All genres of music are accepted into this category, and there will be one overall winner! Click here to enter.


ISC 'Crank Your Cred' Contest

If you enter on MySpace (you must have a MySpace page), you are also eligible for the ISC Crank Your Cred contest. In addition to being entered into ISC, each month two winners are selected, and then at the end of ISC, the monthly winners will go head-to-head in an online vote. The winner will get lots of cool prizes and kudos. Last year, the ISC Grand Prize winner, King Charles, entered through MySpace, and so did 11 additional winners! This year you could be one of these winners... ISC will definitely crank your cred!


July 'Crank Your Cred' Winners
Come To The River
Sam de Jong, Omega Levine, Richard Knott
(Parachute Band)
Auckland, New Zealand
Running Master
Shinichiro Kamoto
Tokyo, Japan
Parachute Band is a contemporary worship band that regularly tops the mainstream MySpace NZ Music Charts, tours throughout the world, and is the recipient of the coveted People's Choice Award at the 2008 New Zealand Music Awards, as well as the Gospel Music Association's International Achievement Award in the U.S. They have begun work on their third album which is set for release early in 2011. A professional drummer, Kamoto has played with not only Japanese but also internationally renowned musicians. He apprenticed for one of Japan's top drummers, Motohiko Hino, and also studied with Anders Kjellberg. He has become an enthusiastic composer. The recently released CD, Tales from the Blue (Thomas Walbum Trio), includes three of his pieces, including the title tune.
ISC Sponsors: ASCAP, Berklee College Of Music, Disc Makers, D'Addario, Shure, Westone, Thayers, Onlinegigs, SongU.com, The Music Business Registry, Independent Mastering, Indie Venue Bible, George Stein, Esq., Sonicbids, Taxi, music Submit, and Alphabet Arm Design
ISC Sponsor Spotlight
Westone Westone

As one of the pioneers of the in-ear monitor, Westone has been guided by an unwavering devotion to develop in-ear devices that bring out everything in the music for an unequaled sound and an unparalleled listening experience. Their 50-year hearing history gives them a deep knowledge of "all things ears" which has lead to the development of products that offer superior fit, ergonomics, acoustics, and comfort. Their nimble, anti-corporate work ethic has created an environment where going the extra mile for customers is the rule, not the exception. No preservatives. No artificial anything. No hype. Pure Comfort. Pure Music. Westone. Go to www.westone.com for more information.
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musicSUBMIT.com submits your music to genre-specific radio stations, online music magazines, podcasts, music blogs, music content sites, and more. Get online reviews and radio airplay - submit your music to hundreds of the best sites on the internet. It's as easy as creating your account, then loading your music material, including songs, pics, links, bio, press release, and video - they do the rest! Music SUBMIT has been recommended as the top internet music promotion service available today by well known and reputable companies like CDBaby.com, American Songwriter Magazine, and many others. For more information, please visit www.musicSUBMIT.com
Industry Partners
TheIndie.biz TheIndie.biz

TheIndie.biz has launched its contest to find "The Ultimate Social Artist" which gives artists a chance to win up to $25,000 in prizes. "The Ultimate Social Artist" contest invites bands and musicians from around the world to take participate and bring their fans along for the ride. The band that signs up the most fans to their profiles, while selling the most songs through TheIndie and receiving the highest ratings from the select panel of judges, wins. Registered TheIndie.biz fans also have a chance to win prizes including an HD Flip Cam. To learn more visit http://bit.ly/c1Zybu.
2010 Americana Music Festival 2010 Americana Music Festival

"Best Music Festival" - Southern Living
"The coolest music scene today" - The New York Times
Each year, the Americana Music Festival & Conference brings together legendary artists and the next generation of rising stars for four days of music and education. Artists like Robert Plant, Emmylou Harris, The Avett Brothers and more have graced the Americana Festival stages, making it both the critics' darling and place where artists want to be. This year's event takes place from Wednesday, September 8th through Saturday, September 11th, gathering thousands of artists, fans and industry professionals from all over the world in Nashville, TN. Visit www.americanamusic.org for more information.
1st Annual Memphis Hip Hop Expo 2010 1st Annual Memphis Hip Hop Expo 2010

The Memphis Hip Hop Expo takes place September 3-4 at the Memphis Cook Convention Center in Downtown Memphis, TN. Exhibitors, vendors, live performances, art and fashion shows, networking mixers, Industry conference, panels, live workshops and more built for showcasing, educating and presenting the artists, entertainers, businesses and people who involve themselves in the community. Guests include music producer Christopher 'Drumma Boy' Gholson; Southern Entertainment Awards co-founder Janiro Hawkins; Hosea Mays, founder of MemphisRap.com; with media coverage by Ozone Magazine, BET, and more. For more information visit www.memphisiphopweekend.com or call 901-881-0795.
Gonzo Magazine Gonzo Magazine

A bold and daring arts & entertainment magazine, devoted to exploring and promoting the diversity and richness of Canada's Music, Film, and Cultural Communities. They take on the issues that matter. Written with a gritty, introspective, and humorous edge, they are dedicated to the support and perpetuation of Canadian Art, Music, Film, and Culture and all respective Organizations and Cultural Advocates. Check them out at www.gonzomagazine.ca and join the GONZO REVOLUTION! For advertising, contact them at advertise@gonzomagazine.ca.
Indie On The Move Indie On The Move

Indieonthemove.com is a 100% FREE music venue database and tour booking resource. With thousands of members worldwide, IOTM has quickly become the most comprehensive and reliable informational source in the independent music community. Not only are all of the venue and show listings verified and updated every month, but members can submit booking inquiries to every talent buyer in the database, receive show notifications of upcoming opportunities, gig swap with other artists, and rate and review venues from a performer's perspective - creating an unmatched, community based checks and balances system built upon the collective experiences of the IOTM community. For more info, please visit: http://www.indieonthemove.com
The Blues Foundation The Blues Foundation

The Blues Foundation is Memphis-based, but world-renown as THE organization dedicated to preserving our blues music history, celebrating recording and performance excellence, supporting blues education and ensuring the future of this unique art form. Founded in 1980, The Blues Foundation has 3500 individual members and 190 affiliated blues societies representing another 50,000 fans and professionals around the world. Its signature honors and events—Blues Music Awards, Blues Hall of Fame, International Blues Challenge and Keeping the Blues Alive Awards—make it the international center of blues music. Its HART Fund provides the blues community with medical assistance while its Sound Healthcare program offers health insurance access. Blues in the Schools programs and Generation Blues scholarships expose new generations to blues music. Throughout the year, the Foundation staff serves the worldwide Blues community with answers, contact information and news. Go to http://www.blues.org
AandROnline AandROnline

Discover a step-by-step blueprint to turn your music career around and start achieving the success you always dreamed of! The 'Indie Artist D.I.Y. Smartkit' is your blueprint for success in the music business, developed by recording artist Chris Standring. Today artists need to become self-promoters like never before, and this program explains how to market your music with amazingly effective results! It is a practical no-nonsense guide for the independent musician, written from the perspective of a professional artist who is currently having major success in the music business! For more info, click here.
MUZU.TV MUZU.TV

Undiscovered Artists Given Chance To Score A Movie Soundtrack! Music video site MUZU.tv is offering musicians from all over the world the chance to be a part of film history. Soundtraxs is the first-ever competition that gives independent music artists the opportunity to create the soundtrack for forthcoming film Relative Desire by a two-time BAFTA award-winning director. Simply download any of the movie scenes at http://www.MUZU.tv/Soundtraxs, sync the video with an original music track and upload to MUZU.tv. The competition is free to enter, and the top 50 tunes will be judged by an expert panel who will choose the final 10 tracks to appear in the film. Winners will have their music featured in the film and earn revenue from soundtrack. Visit http://www.MUZU.tv/Soundtraxs now.
TarniusMusic.com TarniusMusic.com

TarniusMusic.com is the simplest, most effective, and least expensive way for independent musicians and labels to sell music and merchandise worldwide. Sell CDs, downloads, apparel, or anything else, and keep 90% of YOUR asking price with NO SUBSCRIPTION or ongoing fees! Tarnius handles the orders, ships from their warehouse, and pays you! Set prices as high or low as you'd like. List a biography, links to your websites, album notes, upcoming shows, and more, plus choose your own genres. It's simple, non-exclusive, and controlled by you, because, after all, it's YOUR music! Go to www.TarniusMusic.com to get started!
BLURT BLURT

BLURT is a quarterly magazine and multimedia website covering music, comedy, politics, culture and assorted debauchery. Founded by the creators of the critically acclaimed HARP Magazine (called "America's best music magazine" by NPR's Bob Boilen and "the best music magazine in the country and the one that musicians always read" by Foo Fighter Dave Grohl) BLURT raises the bar for modern music and entertainment magazines and websites by combining insightful features, provocative blogs, irreverent interviews, relentless reviews, and first-class design standards. Visit them online at http://www.BLURT-online.com
Gigmemories Gigmemories

Ever tried to find information about past gigs or events on the www? Pretty near impossible. Plenty of sites promoting future events, but once past, they are removed, and are gone - forever. GigMemories is a 'Global Gig Archive' for all gigs and events, any artist, band, or genre. Many thousands of gigs now archived ready for your pictures, videos, reviews, setlists and memories of the event. Archive your gigs and link to them from your website - a valuable resource for all fans and friends. Import gigs from Myspace, embed Youtube videos, and more. GigMemories - one Gig Archive, built by live music fans worldwide. Go to www.gigmemories.com
HypeGenius HypeGenius

HypeGenius is a leading provider of affordable social media solutions for musicians. Through strategic targeting via Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube, HypeGenius' viral marketing techniques get music heard by the masses. It’s time to find out why 76% of their clients come from referrals and returned customers. Visit www.HypeGenius.com to discover more!
MusicGorilla MusicGorilla

MusicGorilla.com is a leading marketplace for independent musicians and their work. They help hundreds of artists get their songs heard and licensed by labels, music publishers and players in the television, film, advertising and Web/gaming industries. MusicGorilla guarantees that your music will be heard by industry reps who use their site to find material from the comfort of their own offices. They never charge submission fees or take a percentage of your licensing deals, instead offering MusicGorilla as an affordable subscription-based service. At no extra charge, artists also receive the opportunity to play live in their frequent major label showcases. Go to www.MusicGorilla.com
Ubetoo Ubetoo

Ubetoo.com is a new global streaming platform for music and entertainment. You upload your own music or video on Ubetoo for free. It's also free for all to view and listen. They believe that music is for sharing, but then they also think that artists should be paid for their work. The more popular your songs or your videos become, the more money you'll earn. In short, they want to challenge the traditional entertainment industry with a unique platform that brings your music and performance closer to the audience - and the money to your pocket. Go to http://www.ubetoo.com
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Florida Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame, Inc. Formed

Clearwater, FL – January 25, 2010 - Charlie Souza and Dorothy Famiano today announced that The Florida Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame, Inc. (FMEHF) has filed for organizational status as a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation.

Established to ensure that Florida’s rich and diverse music heritage is honored through preservation, celebration and education, the FMHF will recognize and honor performers and others who have made significant contributions to the musical history of the state of Florida. Planned activities will strive to promote public interest in the musicians of the past and encourage those of the present and future.

Founding Board members Souza and Famiano are currently leading a series of focus group meetings involving music and entertainment professionals, music historians, researchers, educators and business leaders as well as politicians to determine what the State of Florida would like to see. Additionally, a formal nomination and selection process to identify those individuals groups organizations who are worthy of inclusion into the Florida Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame has been initiated.

“I have had the good fortune to have a music career has spanned almost forty years. While playing with The Tropics, Bacchus, Cactus, White Witch, Tom Petty, and Greg Allman, we have had tens of thousands of fans at a time in the audience. I still tour with two Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees in The New Rascals and my band, The New Tropics. To this day, the one thing that has never changed is the hope I see in the eyes of those in the audience. I love giving that feeling back to people. Now I sit with my grandson, Kyle, teaching him how to play guitar, and I see the same look! It inspires me to lead the charge for The Florida Music Hall of Fame to honor our states rich music heritage,” commented Mr. Souza.

“For as long as I can remember, music has inspired everything that I do. I believe everyone listens to music but most people do not appreciate just how much a part of our lives it really is,” commented Mrs. Famiano.

“We are excited about our new organization and are looking forward to a very busy 2010 building a strong foundation for growth,” continued Famiano.

Support for the FMHF will be obtained through donations, grants and membership of business and industry as well as musicians and music lovers.

Media Contact:
Charlie Souza
727.418.6877
charlie.souza@floridamusichall.com
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