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Friday January 15
n Rock and roll fans of the ’70s band Foreigner and British guitarist Mick Jones, can see them play live at Ruth Eckerd Hall (1111 McMullen-Booth Road in Clearwater) at 8 p.m. There will be a special guest performance by Eddie Money and a meet and greet for guests with VIP tickets. Tickets run from $50 to $160. For more information call (727) 791-7400.
The Tampa Art Emporium will host the Gasparilla Artist Invasion, an art mixer with works by over 100 local artists and wine bar. There will be plenty of ‘loot’ to get you in the mood for the annual invasion, including Gasparilla door prizes, paintings, photography, jewelry and more. The Tampa Art Emporium is located at 3415 Bay to Bay Blvd. in Tampa. Admission is free. For more information call (813) 835-0212.
An evening with the REAL Lucy, directed by Lucie Arnaz, this funny and uplifting one-woman play guides the audience through the lifetime of personal memories inspiring Lucille Ball’s timeless sketches on I Love Lucy, her 30-year television career, and never-before heard personal recollections about her tempestuous and complicated marriage to Cuban bandleader turned impresario, Desi Arnaz. The evening recreates the comic genius and the magic behind the “Queen of Comedy.” Showtimes for the last weekend are as follows: Fri., Jan. 15, 7:30 p.m.; Sat., Jan. 16, 2 and 7:30 p.m.; Sun., Jan. 17, 4 p.m. Ticket prices are $36.50. For more information visit tbpac.org or call 813.229.STAR.
Saturday January 16
n Winter Jam 2010, a Christian music concert event, is hosted for the 15th consecutive year by Grammy-nominated NewSong at the St. Pete Times Forum. The tour will also include multi-platinum Reunion recording artist Third Day; internationally-renowned pop recording artist Newsboys; Dove Award-winning Reunion recording artist Tenth Avenue North; acclaimed Flicker recording artist Fireflight; and guest speaker Tony Nolan. Tickets are $10 at the door and the concert starts at 6 p.m. For more information visit jamtour.com or call (813) 301-2500.
AKC-sanctioned, all-breed dogs shows, obedience trials and rally trials will be in Brooksville all weekend. If you are a dog lover, check out these amazing dogs, behind-the-scenes show tours, rescue organizations on site with adoptable dogs, and vendors. Kids’ Day is Jan. 18 and Seniors’ Day is Jan. 21. Spectators are encouraged to bring a travel chair or folding chair to the event, for comfort and convenience. To get to Florida Classic Park: Follow I-75 to S.R. 50/98 (exit 301) and go West approximately 1 mile to Lockhart Rd. For more information visit floridaclassicpark.com or call 813-465-4525.
A Dragon Boat Mini Regatta will take place at the Tampa Convention Center docks and sail pavilion from 8-11 a.m. in preparation for the International Dragon Boat Races held in May. The informal event is held to encourage new teams and individuals to get into the paddling sport as well as help paddlers gain experience. Dragon Boat Racing is great fun for anyone, young or old. Although most international crews are either all male or female, national and regional events attract primarily mixed teams from corporations, public service groups, clubs sponsored by small businesses, high schools, colleges and universities. For more information visit tampabaydragonboats.com or call (813) 471-1548.
Sunday January 17
n Join in the Treasure Island Sport Kite Klub and Sunset Flyers Kite Club festival at the Thunderbird Beach Resort (10700 Gulf Blvd. in Treasure Island) with performances throughout the weekend by expert flyers from across the country, Candy Drops for kids, parachute tow races, kids kite battles, precision sport flying to music and more beginning at 10 a.m.-6 p.m. This event is free for all. For more information call (813) 948-0854.
Watch a reenactment of a 1864 Civil War battle at the Brooksville Raid Festival (11100 Cortez Blvd.) by Hernando County Historical Association and North Pinellas Scout Sertoma Club. Also Confederate and Union camps, ladies tea (11 a.m. Sat., period dress required), Blue/Gray Ball (8 p.m. Sat.), artillery demonstrations (noon daily), food and more. Battles begin at 2 p.m. The camp opens with colors at 9 a.m. daily. Admission is $6, $3 ages 6-12, free.
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