Paradise Press Printing

In an age where lots of people are going green to help the environment, why not go green to help your body stay healthy? Do just that when you shop at Nature's Food Patch Market and Cafe. The store has been offering quality organic and natural products since 1987. Recently remodeled, you are sure to find exactly what you're looking for and more within the store's impressive 22,000-square-feet. Nature's Food Patch boasts a large selection of organic produce, bulk foods, natural whole foods groceries, specialty wines and beers, natural meat and seafood, and herbs and spices. You'll also find a generous selection of vitamins, pet supplies, natural body care and aromatherapy and unique housewares, too. Plus, don't forget to stop into the popular Patch Cafe for a delicious and healthy treat.

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.

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.

Don't let the small size of the Clearwater Marine Aquarium fool you. This highly interesting attraction is very big on ensuring the survival of marine life in the area. While offering visitors the chance to see marine fauna, the aquarium also is a facility in which injured animals go through an extensive rehabilitation process before returning to their natural habitats. Visitors learn about ecology and how important it is to respect the wildlife that inhabit it. Some of the creatures that you'll see here include sharks, otters, dolphins, and stingrays. Stop into the gift shop while you're here, as the proceeds from your purchase go to help fund this non-profit organization.