The week ahead

By Times staff writer

© St. Petersburg Times,
published June 17, 2001

TODAY

AMERICA'S MASTER MARIONETTIST: Gordon A. Bennett, known for his television show Live it Up With Strup and guest appearances with screen stars including Lucille Ball, performs at the Catherine A. Hickman Theater, 5501 27th Ave. S, Gulfport. The shows, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., include "King Neptune's Court" and "Hands on Touch and Do," a special experience to meet the marionettist and marionettes up close and behind the scenes. Tickets are $5 adults, $4 ages 55 and up and $3 under 12, available at the door. Call 893-1070.

FATHER AND THE FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL: The museum, 100 Second St. N, St. Petersburg invites dads to see the exhibits for free on their special day from noon to 5 p.m. Exhibits include "The Cuban Missile Crisis," "The Kennedy Collection," "Countdown to Destiny," "Habana Esperando" and "U-2: The Spy Plane." For the rest of the family admission is $13.95, 65 and older $12.95 and students $5.95 for all exhibits. Individual exhibit admission available or year's pass for $2 more then general admission. Call (800) 777-9882 or check the Web site at www.floridamuseum.org.

JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION: The annual event continues with a gospel and folk music extravaganza, creative dance, poetry and a restorative service at 4 p.m. in Mount Zion Progressive Baptist Church, 955 20th St. S, St. Petersburg. Free. Call 821-3833.

FATHER'S DAY FESTIVITIES: The Pier, 800 Second Ave. NE, St. Petersburg, calls all kids to team up with dad for a mini golf tournament from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. A father-child look alike contest is held at 3 p.m. with registration beginning at 1 p.m. The team with the lowest golf score wins $75. Prizes will be awarded in look-alike contest. One round of golf free for dad with child's paid round. Contest is free. Call 821-6164.

TUESDAY

CANDLELIGHT VIGIL: The final Juneteenth activity is the Middle Passage Candlelight Vigil at 7 p.m. in Straub Park, corner of Fifth Avenue N and Beach Drive. The sacred ritual honors all who traveled to the Americas through the Atlantic and calls for forgiveness, reconciliation and restoration. Free. Call 821-3833.

WEDNESDAY

NATURE WALK: Learn about habitats and wildlife while watching Mother Nature in action from 3-4:30 p.m. at Boyd Hill Nature Park, 1101 Country Club Way S, St. Petersburg. Take a leisurely walk through the park while a ranger teaches about the flora and fauna, both native and exotic. Free. Call 893-7326.

THURSDAY

PET TRAINING: Seventy percent of all animals turned in to shelters are brought because of behavior problems that could have been avoided with appropriate training. The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals of Pinellas County invites pet owners to a free seminar at 7 p.m. in the Main Library, 3745 Ninth Ave. N, St. Petersburg. Learn how to use positive reinforcement to prevent and correct common behavior problems such as excessive barking, chewing and housebreaking troubles. Call 586-3591.

SATURDAY

CONTEMPORARY JAZZ: Enjoy the passionate phrasing and distinctive sounds of reedsmith Najee at 8 p.m. in the historic Coliseum, 535 Fourth Ave. N, St. Petersburg. Cash bar, smoke free. Tickets are $30 reserved, $25 general admission. Call 892-5202 or check the Web site for information on Coliseum events, www.stpete.org/coliseum.htm.

BAY IN A BUCKET: With plankton nets, video microscopes and bug boxes in hand get a close-up view of all the itty bitty creatures that live in the bay. 10 a.m. to noon at Spa Beach and Education Center on the approach of The Pier. Donations appreciated. Call 895-7437.

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