Fair Time

There's nothing quite like a case of the blues. It's no fun when you have it alone, but when you get together with fellow blues enthusiasts at the annual Knology Sea-Blues Festival, the blues are most definitely worth celebrating. The two day festival, usually held in May, features a variety of regionally and nationally recognized blues artists. This event is free to the public.

Cooperation instead of competition is the mission of Studio 1212. Established in October of 1970, this is the oldest artist cooperative in the Tampa Bay area of Florida. The membership is limited to thirty members who not only create and teach their craft in this cooperative, but they frequently hold openings and display their art for the public to view and purchase. Various classes are offered as well, as the members of the co-op also value the opportunity to give back by teaching their craft to aspiring artists.

Take the family out on an island adventure when you venture out to Caladesi Island State Park. This is one of the few remaining completely natural islands off Florida's Gulf Coast. The whole family can enjoy swimming, sunbathing and fishing at this outdoor attraction. Fish from the surf or from your boat. There is a three mile trail through the island's interior on which the kids can marvel at some of the area's wildlife. There are picnic areas, a marina, as well as a snack bar and gift shop. The park is accessible by either boat or ferry.