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It's a screamin' good time aboard the Sea Screamer, the world's largest speedboat. Hop aboard for a one-hour cruise along the Gulf, where you'll see plenty of dolphins frolicking in the waves. The tour guides will even point out the waterfront homes of Hollywood royalty as you cruise by.

Your rough week was no laughing matter. But you can change all that by enjoying a zany evening filled with chuckles and belly laughs when you make your reservation at Clearwater's Coconuts Comedy Club. The nightlife comedy venue has been open since 1986 and has been providing an impressive roster of the best stand-up comedians from all over the country. Also, Coconuts welcomes several up-and-coming talents who are dead serious about making you laugh.

Everything from folk trios to classic jazz bands to seasonal favorites like "The Nutcracker" and other musical performances are part of the impressive entertainment schedule at Clearwater's Ruth Eckerd Hall. The venue's impressive stage and design make every performance a real treat for the senses no matter where your seat is located in the spacious auditorium. The Hall also offers a variety of classes that are designed to bring out the artist in everyone who enrolls. There are also many different activities and special presentations planned throughout the year that are designed to preserve the art of performance for future generations.

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.