See the musical Zorba today, Sunday, March 25,26, 27 and 28, and April 2, 3 and 4 at the Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center, 324 Pine St. Sunday performances are at 2 p.m., all others are at 8 p.m. Admission is $16 general, $14 for center members and students. For information, call (727) 942-5605.
World War II salute
Take a stroll back in time at the World War II Salute from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at Heritage Village, 11909 125th St. N, Largo. Axis and Allied re-enactors will be on hand with authentic restored military vehicles, displays of memorabilia and uniforms. See the USO Revue by Bonnie Gray Productions or kick up your heels with swing dancers from Savoy South Dance Hall. Donate blood or bring nonperishable foods to support the food drive for local charities. Stop by the victory garden to see how residents grew their own food to supplement their food rations. For information, call 727 582-2123 or visit www.pinellascounty.org/Heritage
Happenings
EVENT: Mark the spring equinox by attending a program called "Celebrating the Sacred Union: The Spirit of Partnership,' offering workshops, speakers, dances, music, video presentations, art and a labyrinth project today and Saturday at the Unitarian Universalists of Clearwater, 2470 Nursery Road. For admission information, call (727) 550-9660.
CONCERT: The Florida Orchestra will perform Toch: Pinocchio, "A Merry Overture;" Beethoven: Konzerstatz for Violin and Chamber Orchestra; Korngold: Concerto for Violin; Beethoven: Symphony No. 4. The concert will be at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 McMullen-Booth Road, Clearwater. Conducted by Stefan Sanderling, it features Pip Clarke on the violin. Tickets are $21-$45.
OPERA: A womanizing duke who sings the famous words "La Donna Imobile" becomes the target of a tragic protagonist, Rigoletto, a court jester with a curse. Rigoletto, Verdi's colorful satire of political excess and perilous vengeance is an opera staple. Presented by Teatro Lirico D'Europa, it starts at 8 p.m. tonight at Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 McMullen-Booth Road, Clearwater. Tickets are $35-$45. Gain insight into the production during a lecture hosted by artists, directors, technicians and educators at 7 p.m. Admission is $3.50. Tickets are available online (convenience fees apply) or may be purchased without fees by calling the ticket office at (727) 791-7400.
SOUL JAM: Step back in time to the '70s with a concert by the Stylistics, the Chi-Lites, the Delfonics, Harold Melvin's Blue Notes at 8 p.m. Saturday at Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 McMullen-Booth Road, Clearwater. Hosted by Jimmie "J.J." Walker of TV's Good Times, it offers a lot of laughs and nostalgia. Tickets are $35-$45. VIP seating is $60. Call (727) 791-7400.
ART, WINE AND MUSIC: The monthly 3rd Friday celebration in downtown Safety Harbor continues tonight with shopping, dining and entertainment throughout the area. There will be music at the Gazebo from 7 to 10 p.m. by Easy Street playing '40s swing and jazz, popular American classics and some bluegrass, and local artists will be displaying their works at participating businesses. Admission is free. Call 727 726-2890 for information or visit www.safetyharborchamber.com
CONCERT: The Clearwater Community Concert Band plays a free show at 3 p.m. March 20 at St. Petersburg College, Clearwater campus, at Drew Street and Old Coachman Road. Prior to the main act, a wind quintet performs at 1:45 p.m. and the jazz band at 2:15 p.m. Admission is free.
BALLET: West Florida Ballet presents two shows, Peter and the Wolf and Spring Fling, Saturday at the Largo Cultural Center. Showtimes for Peter and the Wolf are 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday. Tickets are $7.50 general, $24 for a family four pack. Showtime for Spring Fling is 7:30 p.m. Saturday. Tickets are $15.50 general, $13.50 for groups of 10 or more and $12 for students. The cultural center is at 105 Central Park Drive, Largo. For information, call the Box Office at (727) 587-6793.
TEA: The Palm Harbor Historical Society is hosting its fifth annual "English Tea" at noon and 3 p.m. Saturday. Admission is $15. It will be held at the North Pinellas Historical Museum at Belcher Road and Curlew Road, Palm Harbor. Call (727) 724-3054 to make reservations.
BEAD FESTIVAL: Thirty-four vendors from 10 states will be selling vintage and modern handmade beads at the Florida Spring Classic Intergalactic Bead Festival from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Minnreg Center, 6340 126th Ave., Largo. There will also be bead-making demonstrations. Admission is $5 Saturday, $4 Sunday Saturday admission is good for both days. For information, visit www.beadshows.com
PICNIC IN THE PARK: From 6 to 8 p.m. every Friday, the public is invited to bring picnic dinners to Largo Central Park and enjoy the new music in the park sound system by candlelight. Tablecloths, candles and music will be provided. You provide the supper. For details, call (727) 586-7415.
RUMMAGE SALE: The Golda Meir Kent Jewish Center will have its third annual rummage sale offering books, clothing, household goods and more from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. today, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 21 at 2010 Greenbriar Blvd. (corner of Greenbriar and Virginia). Call(727) 736-1494.
MEMORY WALK: The Alzheimer's Disease Association Florida Gulf Coast chapters 2004 Memory Walk will be held March 20 at Largo Central Park. The event raises funds to provide local support services to those affected by the Alzheimer's Disease. If you would like to participate, call the Alzheimer's Disease Association of Florida Gulf Coast chapter at (727) 578-2558.
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ART SHOW: Syd Entel Galleries is presenting "Pablo Picasso: The Printmaker," a collection of original limited-edition aquatints, etchings and lithographs through April 8. The artist produced more than 2,500 images in various media from 1899 to 1972. The hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. The gallery is at 247 Main St., Safety Harbor. For information, call (727) 725-1808.
EXHIBIT: Gladys de Prias, a member of The Exhibiting Society of Artists, will display a selection of her oil landscapes through April 13 at the Clearwater Regional Chamber of Commerce, 1130 Cleveland St., downtown Clearwater. You can see them from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
