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Out and about

By Times Staff Writer
Published January 15, 2008

Today

Artists' reception: Meet local artists Betsy Schoepf and Ralph Montgomery at a reception at 6 p.m. at Oldsmar City Hall, 100 State St. W. Refreshments will be served, parking and admission are free and art will be available for purchase. The artwork will be on display 8:30 a.m. to 4:40 p.m. weekdays through Feb. 28. Call (813) 749-1260.

Patriotic birthday bash: Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2550 invites the public to participate in its 62nd birthday celebration and remembrance ceremony at 7 p.m. at 360 Douglas Ave., Dunedin, with live 1940s-era music and more at the Dunedin High School NJROTC. Dunedin Mayor Bob Hackworth, guest speakers, special displays and an award ceremony. Call (727) 733-6107.

Art critique: Studio 1212, 1404 Cleveland St., Clearwater, invites all artists to bring their paintings for a free critique from 10-11:30 a.m.. Call (727) 446-4566 or visit www.studio1212.org.

Free movies: The Tarpon Springs Recreation Department, 400 S Walton Ave., will show two new movies free of charge in January: Hairspray, today and Blood Diamond, Jan. 29. Movie times are 1 p.m. Call (727) 942-5628.

Wednesday

Mini workshop: The Tampa Bay Miniature Enthusiasts will present a "Make It And Take It" craft workshop at 6 p.m. at the Clearwater Main Library, 100 N Osceola Ave. Space is limited. Nominal materials fee. Call (727) 562-4970, ext. 5284.

Free movie: The Sheltering Sky will be shown at 1 p.m. at the Tarpon Springs Cultural Center, 101 S Pinellas Ave., Tarpon Springs. Call (727) 942-5605 or visit www.tarponarts.org.

Book talk: Attend a discussion led by professor Charles Shaffert and see the filmAn Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge, based on the story by Ambrose Bierce, at 2 p.m. at the Tarpon Springs Public Library, 138 E Lemon St. Refreshments will be served and registration is required. Call (727) 943-4922.

Literary chat: The Scholar's Choice Lecture and Discussion Series returns with An Old Man's Love by Anthony Trollope at 2 p.m. at Clearwater Main Library, 100 N Osceola Ave. Dr. Nancy Jane Tyson will lead the lecture and discussion. Free. Call (727) 4970, ext. 5284.

Downtown Clearwater farmers market: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. every Wednesday at Clearwater City Hall, 112 S Osceola Ave. Fresh produce, cheese, nuts, bakery items, organic products, handcrafted jewelry and more. Music from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Parking is free and the market is handicap-accessible. Call Bob Fernandez at (727) 461-7674 or visit www.clearwaterfarmersmarket.com.

Peace vigil: 4:30 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays at Edgewater Park, next to the Dunedin Marina, at Alt. U.S. 19 and Main Street, Dunedin. Call (727) 734-8945 or visit www.stpeteforpeace.org.

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