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X-WR-CALNAME:Tampa · film · next 7 days · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VIP Member Reception preview for "Cinema in the Sunshine State" DTSTART:20260917T210000Z DTEND:20260917T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260827T190559Z UID:10004630-1789664400-1789673400@tampabayhistorycenter.org CATEGORIES:film DESCRIPTION:Tampa Bay History Center members can join us for our VIP Membe r Reception preview of “Cinema in the Sunshine State\,” the Tampa Bay History Center’s newest temporary exhibition\, on Thursday\, Sept. 17th\ , before it opens to the public on Sept. 19th. \nDiscover Florida’s rema rkable filmmaking history\, from its early years as a rival to California to the Sunshine State settings that brought Tarzan\, Esther Williams and t he Creature from the Black Lagoon to the screen. Original posters and lobb y cards spanning the 1920s to today reveal how filmmakers transformed Flor ida’s landscapes into scenes of adventure\, spectacle and suspense. \nTa mpa Bay History Center members will enjoy curator-led gallery talks\, ligh t refreshments and a cash bar during this exclusive evening reception. We are delighted to also invite Tampa Theatre members as our guests while the ir beloved theatre is still undergoing transformative renovations. \nAdmis sion is free for members\, but registration is required. \nRegister today by emailing us at Membership@TampaBayHistoryCenter.org or call 813-675-8 988. \nTo check your Tampa Bay History Center membership status or renew y our membership\, contact our Membership Manager\, Danielle\, by emailing h er at dthurston@tampabayhistorycenter.org or call 813-675-8988. \nNot a member yet? No problem. Learn about membership here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T190559Z LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\ , United States URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/vip-member-reception-preview-f or-cinema-in-the-sunshine-state/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&ut m_campaign=tampa-fl X-SOURCE-NAME:Tampa Bay History Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Exhibit Opening: Cinema in the Sunshine State DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260830T182840Z UID:10004613-1789812000-1789837200@tampabayhistorycenter.org CATEGORIES:arts,film DESCRIPTION:Before Hollywood became the center of the movie industry\, fil mmakers were already setting up cameras in Florida. \nOpening Sept. 19 at the Tampa Bay History Center\, Cinema in the Sunshine State explores more than a century of filmmaking across Florida through more than 50 original artifacts. See rare film ephemera\, 1920s theater projectors\, Edison-peri od cameras\, Tampa Theatre marquee letters and other objects gathered from institutions throughout the state. \nGET TICKETS \nThe exhibition traces Florida’s film history from the arrival of motion picture cameras in the late 1890s to memorable productions featuring Tarzan\, Esther Williams an d the Creature from the Black Lagoon. Visitors will discover how Jacksonvi lle became an early center of American filmmaking and how Florida’s warm climate\, natural landscapes and distinctive communities helped attract g enerations of filmmakers. \nThe exhibition also celebrates the Tampa Theat re during its centennial year. Original furnishings\, blueprints and archi tectural elements reveal the craftsmanship behind one of the Tampa Bay are a’s most recognizable landmarks. \nWhether you love classic movies\, Flo rida history\, graphic design or historic theaters\, Cinema in the Sunshin e State offers a new look at the people\, places and promotional art that helped shape the movies Americans remember. \nCinema in the Sunshine State will be on exhibit in the Wayne Thomas Gallery from Saturday\, Sept. 19\, 2026\, through Sunday\, March 21\, 2027. The Tampa Bay History Center is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 801 Water St. in Tampa. LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T182840Z LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Water Street\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\ , United States URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org/event/exhibit-opening-cinema-in-the- sunshine-state/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tampa- fl X-SOURCE-NAME:Tampa Bay History Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://tampabayhistorycenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:*SOLD OUT!* Craft Club Cinema: 'The Princess Bride' DTSTART:20260920T180000Z DTEND:20260920T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T223919Z UID:10000565-1789912800-1789921800@creativepinellas.org CATEGORIES:film DESCRIPTION:This event is sold out. The next film in the series is Cocoon on Oct. 25. Purchase tickets here. Creative Pinellas is partnering with T he Common Thread Yarn Shop & Café and Green Light Cinema to bring you Cra ft Club Cinema\, a monthly film series for the creative\, restless\, and c urious. Inspired by the growing global movement of “ADHD Cinema\,” we ’re throwing out the rules of the traditional theater experience and rel easing the pressure to sit still\, stare ahead and stay quiet. \nWe’ll p rovide lap desks and tasks lights\, and you can bring your knitting\, croc heting\, needlepoint\, quilting\, sketch pad\, adult coloring book\, etc. Enjoy your favorite classic films in an environment built just for you — lower volumes\, brighter lights\, and the freedom to multitask with craft s. \nThe second film in the series is 1987’s The Princess Bride\, direct ed by Rob Reiner. Here’s the synopsis from Green Light Cinema: “While home sick in bed\, a young boy’s grandfather reads him the story of a fa rmboy-turned-pirate who encounters numerous obstacles\, enemies and allies in his quest to be reunited with his true love.” \nCraft Club Cinema is part of Creative Pinellas’ new Creative Wellbeing initiative designed t o harness the power of our local cultural community to boost mental wellne ss\, comfort\, and joy. Whether you are neurodivergent\, a chronic multita sker\, or just someone who thrives with a project in hand\, these screenin gs will be your safe and fun space to create. \n\n\nShowtimes and Tickets LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T223919Z LOCATION:Green Light Cinema\, 221 Second Ave N\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 337 01\, United States URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/craft-club-cinema-the-princess-brid e/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tampa-fl X-SOURCE-NAME:Creative Pinellas X-SOURCE-URL:https://creativepinellas.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR