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The musical partnership of David Crosby, Stephen Stills and Graham Nash - with and without Neil Young - was one of the most successful touring and recording acts of the late 1960s, '70s and early '80s.

They might owe that success to their contrasting personalities and their connection to the political and cultural upheavals of the time.

Crosby, Stills and Nash was like a second marriage for all the participants when it came together in 1968: Crosby had been a member of the Byrds, Nash was in the Hollies and Stills had been part of Buffalo Springfield.

The resulting trio, however, sounded like none of its predecessors. The unique vocal blend and musical approach ranged from acoustic folk to melodic pop to hard rock.

The group's self-titled debut album, released in 1969, was in tune with the times and made CSN an instant hit. By the time of their first tour (which included the Woodstock festival), they had added Young, also a veteran of Buffalo Springfield, who maintained a solo career.

See them perform at 8 p.m. Sunday at the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, Carol Morsani Hall, Tampa. Tickets cost $57 to $87. Call 229-7827.

SUMMER SAFARI NIGHT: Visit zoo critters after sundown during Summer Safari Night at the Lowry Park Zoo, featuring animal encounters and live entertainment. All rides are free. 5 to 8:30 p.m.; Lowry Park Zoo, 1101 Sligh Ave., Tampa; The event is included with regular zoo admission ($7.95-$11.50, children two and younger are free). Call 935-8552.

JENNIFER & THE VENTURAS: Sarasota-based band Jennifer & the Venturas perform a wide range of songs from jazz and blues to swing to country. 8 p.m.; Skipper's Smokehouse, Tampa; $6. Call 971-0666.

NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE: TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS AT JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS. 7:30 p.m.; TV broadcast WMOR-Ch. 32; Radio broadcast WQYK-99.5.

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL: OAKLAND ATHLETICS AT TAMPA BAY DEVIL RAYS. 7:15 p.m.; Tropicana Field, St. Petersburg; $3-$225. Call 287-8844.

BOGUS POMP: Bogus Pomp performs with members of the Florida Orchestra for An Evening with the Bogus Pomp Orchestra. Since 1994, the 10-piece ensemble has performed the music of Frank Zappa exclusively, recreating compositions in the style of his 1970s and early 1980s rock bands. 8 p.m.; Tampa Theatre, 711 N Franklin St., downtown Tampa; $21-$27. Call 274-8982.

CHRISTOPHER LAWRENCE: Renown DJ Christopher Lawrence mixes it up at Masquerade. 9 p.m.; Masquerade, 1503 E Seventh Ave., Ybor City; $10. Call 247-2518.

SAWGRASS FLATS: Want to hear some American roots music? That's Sawgrass Flats' specialty. 8 p.m.; Skipper's Smokehouse, Tampa; $6. Call 971-0666.

"SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS': You've heard the tale: After being abandoned in a forest, a helpless princess seeks haven with seven little people. The Missoula Children's Theatre presents Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, based on the classic 1937 Disney film. 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.; Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo; $6.50, $20 for family four-pack. Call (727) 587-6793.

BILL HALEY'S COMETS AND THE DEL-VIKINGS: Before Elvis Presley was recording in Memphis, Bill Haley was playing rock and roll. The central event in Haley's career was the single Rock Around the Clock, which topped the charts for eight weeks in the spring and summer of 1955. Some other singles released by Haley and his band, The Comets, are Rocket 88, Rock the Joint and Crazy, Man, Crazy. 8 p.m.; Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo; $28. Call (727) 587-6793.

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL: OAKLAND ATHLETICS AT TAMPA BAY DEVIL RAYS. 6:15 p.m.; Tropicana Field, St. Petersburg; $3-$225. Call 287-8844.

"POLTERGEIST': They're heeeeere. Over the years, Poltergeist has prompted some viewers to revisit their way of looking at trees, toy clowns and especially snowy TV sets. The film is about a suburban family whose "friendly" ghosts gradually turn into something far more threatening than originally thought. Heather O'Rourke, who played young daughter Carol Anne, died from pneumonia at age 13 during the making of sequel Poltergeist III. JoBeth Williams, Craig T. Nelson, Zelda Rubinstein and Beatrice Straight also star in a film presented during the Tampa Theatre's Summer Classic Film Series. 3 p.m.; Tampa Theatre, 711 N Franklin St., downtown Tampa; $7. Call 274-8982.

THE WHO TRIBUTE: Tommy, can you hear me? The Who Tribute, the Wholigans and Sonuva Mod Squad pay tribute to, who else, The Who. 5 p.m.; Skipper's Smokehouse, Tampa; $7. Call 971-0666.

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL: OAKLAND ATHLETICS AT TAMPA BAY DEVIL RAYS. 1:15 p.m.; Tropicana Field, St. Petersburg; $3-$225. Call 287-8844.

BOSTON: The arena-rock group behind one of the fastest-selling debut albums in history, Boston was essentially the vehicle of studio wizard Tom Scholz. The 1976 release of Boston spawned three hit singles (More Than a Feeling, Long Time and Peace of Mind). Their latest album is Corporate America. 8 p.m.; Ford Amphitheatre at the Florida State Fairgrounds, Tampa; $25-$50. Call 287-8844.

SPEED DATING: In today's fast-paced world, who has time to spend a first date having dinner and watching a movie? Speed dating offers men and women several three-minute dates in one night. After each session, daters indicate on a scorecard whether they would like to see the person again. Doors open at 7 p.m., dating begins at 7:30 p.m.; MacDinton's Irish Pub, 405 S Howard St.; $35. For ages 25 to 35. Call 251-8999.

PSYCHEDELIC FURS: Formed in England in 1977, the Psychedelic Furs' name belies their punk-influenced music. The sextet released its self-titled debut album in 1980, which reached the Top 20 charts in England. 8 p.m.; Jannus Landing, 16 Second St. N, St. Petersburg; $18.50. Call (727) 896-1244.

HYDE PARK LIVE MUSIC SERIES: As part of Old Hyde Park Village's live music series, contemporary rock band Triple Treat will perform in the main fountain area. Beer sales will benefit the Make-a-Wish Foundation. The outdoor event continues the last Wednesday of every month through October. 6 to 9 p.m.; Hyde Park, Swann and Dakota avenues; free. Call 251-3500.

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