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Creative giving to show our love.
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The mother of all gift lists
She gave you a million things. Now it's your turn. Here are some suggestions.
From Marmee to Vivi
Books are always a good gift choice. New books ideal for Mother's Day were featured on Sunday in the Times' book pages. Check them out on www.sptimes.com. Moms with a taste for the tried and true might appreciate these suggestions:
Moms with attitude
Forget Donna Reed. Today's TV mothers -- though still caring and nurturing -- are bolder, smarter and tougher.
Mother's Day specials
Some places offer special Mother's Day deals. See Get Away calendar for hours, admission prices and other details:
Catch a movie with mom
"M" is for the movies that she showed me. "O" is for the others I sneaked by her. "T" is for the theaters we visited, "H" is for the home where we returned, "E" is for everything I owe her and "R" is suitable only for viewers over 17 unless accompanied by parents, hopefully ones who care as much as mine.
Film
Unthrilling, unfulfilling
The sex scenes are masterful, but the plot and character development in Unfaithful leave something to be desired.
Impressive stunts, not much story
The action is fast and stupid in Ultimate X, a documentary about the daredevil feats of the Summer X Games and those who perform them.
Family movie guide
The Family Movie Guide should be used along with the Motion Picture Association of America rating system for selecting movies suitable for children. Only films rated G, PG or PG-13 are included in this weekly listing, along with occasional R-rated films that may have entertainment or educational value for older children with parental guidance. Compiled by St. Petersburg Times film critic Steve Persall.
Top 5 movies
1. Spider-Man -- Forget the calendar. Summertime at the movies has officially begun with the Marvel Comics webslinger making his record-setting debut at the box office. Extra popcorn, please.
Get Away
A new zoo walkabout
Wallaroo Station, where you can feed fig cookies to kangaroos and wallabies, is the latest hands-on exhibit to open at Lowry Park Zoo.
Getaway: hot ticket
Cool shade, hot blues
Video
Video: The Rat Pack revisited
Ocean's Eleven (PG-13)
Stage
Songs from women's souls
The all-female Women's Blues Revue has an eclectic repertoire, which the band uses this weekend to raise money for a good cause.
Stage: auditions
The Toast of Tampa Show Chorus is seeking new members to participate in the Sweet Adelines International Chorus Contest. Members must reside in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk, Hardee, Manatee, Sarasota or Citrus counties. For information, call (813) 963-7464 or (352) 527-4121.
Stage: hot ticket
A supreme Broadway singer
Stage: down the road
Camping -- Mark St. Germain's Camping with Henry and Tom runs May 17-June 9 at American Stage. $20-$30.
Pop
Pop: ticket window
Martina McBride, 8 p.m. June 14, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater. Tickets ($37.75-$50) on sale 10 a.m. Friday at the box office (727) 791-7400 or Ticketmaster (813) 287-8844 or (727) 898-2100.
Pop: hot ticket
Folksinger returns to his roots
Dine
Little dishes pack big flavor
At Sangria's in South Tampa, the menu items range from little mouthfuls to surrogate suppers.
Art
Art: hot ticket
Aesthetic exercise
Art: upcoming events
Mystic Chords: Illuminated Photographs by Connie Sullivan -- Through June 2, Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg.
