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Looking for something to do? Here's a super calendar, ranging from a teenage CIA agent to a German transvestite.

Beyonce Knowles and LaTavia Roberson were 9 years old when they met at an audition.

Shortly after meeting, the two preteens formed a music group called Destiny's Child in 1990.

Two years later, Beyonce's cousin Kelendria "Kelly" Rowland rounded out the group.

The trio celebrated its first official release with the song Killing Time from the 1997 movie soundtrack Men In Black.

The group released the self-titled debut album the following year, scoring a hit with No, No, No, produced by Wyclef.

In 1998 they returned with The Writing On The Wall, which featured two more successful singles, Bills, Bills, Bills and Say My Name.

In late 2000 they released another hit with Independent Woman, Pt. 1 (the theme song to the film Charlie's Angels).

The trio's third LP, Survivor, debuted at No. 1 and featured two more popular singles, Bootylicious and the title track.

Though rumors circulated that their group was breaking up, they reunited for Destiny Fulfilled, which was released in late 2004. Michelle Williams replaced original member Roberson.

"Destiny Fulfilled & Loving It Tour" is designated as the group's last tour. In a statement released to MTV News, the trio of Beyonce, Rowland and Williams announced plans to disband after their world tour ends in the fall.

Opening act is Mario, Amerie and Tyra.

See them perform 7 p.m. Saturday at the St. Pete Times Forum, Tampa. Tickets cost $43.25 to $63.25. For more information, call 301-2500.

SAWGRASS FLATS: Bluegrass group Sawgrass Flats first appeared on the Tampa Bay area music scene in 2002. The band blends musical elements of B.B. King, the Grateful Dead and Hank Williams. 8 p.m.; Skipper's Smokehouse, 910 Skipper Road, Tampa; $7. Call 991-0666.

16 SATURDAY

G.C. WILLIAMS: Brad Cooper Gallery hosts artist G.C. Williams' first solo exhibit, "Still Life Painting." The show runs through Aug. 27. Regular gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays; the Brad Cooper Gallery, 1712 E Seventh Ave., Ybor City; free. Call 248-6098.

"AGENT CODY BANKS': Cody Banks (Frankie Muniz) is a shy teenager, living with his parents and younger brother in a suburban house. He is also an undercover CIA agent assigned to date Natalie Connors (Hilary Duff) in order to be invited to her birthday party and spy on her father. Cynthia Stevenson, Martin Donovan, Keith David and Angie Harmon also star. The film is presented as part of the Free Family Flicks series on Saturday mornings at Sunrise Cinemas. 10 a.m., doors open at 9:30 a.m.; Sunrise Cinemas, 1609 W Swann Ave., Tampa. Call 251-3500.

17 SUNDAY

SILENCE IS GOLDEN: The Florida Men's Chorale throws its second annual silent auction, "Silence is Golden," which auctions a wide variety of items including artwork, restaurant certificates, and spa, hotel and travel packages. 6 to 9 p.m.; Wyndham Harbour Island Hotel, 725 S Harbour Island Blvd., Tampa; $10. Call 786-2862.

"MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS': The wealthy Smith family has four beautiful daughters, one of whom falls in love with the boy next door. The family is later shocked when Mr. Smith reveals that he has been transferred to New York. Judy Garland and Margaret O'Brien star in the film, which is presented as part of Tampa Theatre's Summer Classic Film Series. 3 p.m.; Tampa Theatre, 711 N Franklin St.; $7. Call 274-8982.

19 TUESDAY

THE BRAVERY: Modern rock outfit the Bravery got its start in 2003. A growing fan base and word-of-mouth publicity eventually led the group to a recording contract. It is now on tour promoting its self-titled debut album. 8 p.m.; State Theatre, St. Petersburg; $13. Call 287-8844.

20 WEDNESDAY

VERTICAL HORIZON: Formed in 1991 by Georgetown University undergrads Matt Scannel and Keith Kane, acoustic jam band Vertical Horizon relocated to Boston after graduation. In 1992 it released the debut album, There and Back Again. Nonstop touring followed, and soon the group was opening for bands such as the Allman Brothers and Better Than Ezra. 7 p.m.; Jannus Landing, 16 Second St. N, St. Petersburg; $19.50-$25. Call 287-8844.

21 THURSDAY

"I AM MY OWN WIFE': Based on Doug Wright's Pulitzer Prize-winning book, the play I Am My Own Wife tells the story of a German transvestite caught up in the great European dramas of the 20th century. The protagonist struggles to survive during the Nazi regime and its replacement in East Germany, the Soviet-dominated Communist dictatorship. Through Aug. 14. 8 p.m. Fridays; 3 and 8 p.m. Saturdays; 3 p.m. Sundays; 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays; American Stage, 211 Third St. S, St. Petersburg; $21-$34. Call (727) 823-7529.

NEXT WEEK

MICHAEL BUBLE: July 22, Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, Tampa.

BACKSTREET BOYS: July 23, Ford Amphitheatre, Tampa.

RONAN TYNAN: July 23, Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, Tampa.

BETTER THAN EZRA: July 23, Jannus Landing, St. Petersburg.

RICHARD JENI: July 24, Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, Tampa.

LOOK AHEAD

EMINEM AND 50 CENT: Aug. 1, Ford Amphitheatre, Tampa.

TOBY KEITH: Aug. 6, Ford Amphitheatre, Tampa.

AVRIL LAVIGNE: Aug. 20, Ford Amphitheatre, Tampa.