BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CalDiscovery//caldiscovery//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH DESCRIPTION:Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscover y.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information fro m CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. SOURCE:https://caldiscovery.com/tampa-fl/src-10475.ics X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H X-WR-CALDESC:Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscove ry.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information fr om CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - tampa-fl BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sensory Saturday | Hands-On with Curious Creations Co. DTSTART:20260905T140000Z DTEND:20260905T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T223906Z UID:10000626-1788602400-1788609600@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Families with children with sensory sensitivities are invited to explore the galleries during our Sensory Saturday. During this time\, a ll rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment. \nAlso\, join our Sensory Saturday Hands-On program for acti vities filled with sensory play and inspired by our newest special exhibit ion: New African Masquerades: Artistic Innovations and Collaborations. Exp lore and experiment with non-toxic\, sensory-friendly materials in the Mem bership Garden as we use elements of science to inspire artmaking. All age s are welcome\, though activities are generally geared towards ages 2-10. \nSensory Saturdays occur on the first Saturday of every month. \nSat\, Se pt 5\, 10 AM – 12 PM\nIf you would like to participate in the hands-on a ctivities\, registration is required at $5 per person. Only register those participating in sensory play.\nPlease select a time slot of either 10 AM – 11 AM or 11 AM – 12 PM. \nREGISTER FOR 10:00 AM-11:00 AM \nREGISTER FOR 11:00 AM-12:00 PM \nAll visitors must also purchase a museum admissio n ticket to have access to the galleries\,  as the activities will be in our Membership Garden within the museum. MFA Members get free gallery admi ssion. \nMFA ADMISSION \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and enjo y all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!\nEnjoy free admission\, s pecial access\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, and more. Bring the whole family! \nBECOME A MEMBER \n\nABOUT CURIOUS CREATIONS CO. \n\n\n\n \nAs a mom to two energetic boys\, Celine understands the import ance of keeping little hands and minds engaged with fun\, screen-free acti vities. She began creating sensory bins to encourage her oldest son to exp lore\, learn\, and play independently—and what started as a simple solut ion quickly grew into a true passion. \nThrough her business\, Curious Cre ations Co.\, Celine designs sensory kits\, toys\, and learning materials t hat spark curiosity and creativity while promoting fine motor skills\, sen sory exploration\, and imaginative play. Each item is lovingly handcrafted to bring joy\, learning\, and a little magic into every home. \nWhether y ou’re enjoying a quiet moment or watching your child dive into a world o f discovery\, you can trust that they’re engaged in meaningful\, enrichi ng play. Celine is grateful for every family that makes Curious Creations Co. part of their journey—your support means the world! \n\n \nSensory S aturdays is part of our Picture of Health initiative. Picture of Health is a comprehensive initiative that explores interconnected notions of well-b eing transcending geographical and temporal boundaries\, leveraging the MF A Collection as a starting point. This program fosters a holistic investig ation of health\, encompassing cognitive\, physical\, physiological\, emot ional\, civic\, intellectual\, and spiritual dimensions\, all with the aim of nurturing a sense of wellness within our community. \n  \n\n\n\nSpons ored in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Cult ure and the National Endowment for the Arts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T223906Z LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. P etersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturday-9-5-26/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Banned Books Journaling Session with Book + Bottle DTSTART:20260906T150000Z DTEND:20260906T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260824T182903Z UID:10000684-1788692400-1788699600@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:arts,literary DESCRIPTION:Celebrate banned and challenged books in an immersive afternoo n of literature\, reflection\, and creative exploration with Book + Bottle and the exhibition\, Explore the Vaults | A Terrible Beauty: Photographer s Amid Chaos. \nThrough a curated selection of banned books and guided wri ting prompts\, you’ll be challenged to investigate what you know while e xploring what you don’t. Inspired by the artwork around you\, group conv ersations\, personal passions\, and even your own assumptions\, each promp t is designed to spark curiosity\, connection\, and discovery. \nAs the se ssion unfolds\, attendees will move throughout the exhibition space\, allo wing new perspectives and environments to shape their journaling experienc e. Bring your journal\, an open mind\, and a willingness to engage deeply with stories that continue to challenge\, provoke\, and inspire. \n\nSun\, Sept 6\, 11am-1pm\nFree with admission\; RSVP required \nTICKETS \nNot ye t a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership a t the MFA offers!\nEnjoy free admission\, special access\, discounts at th e MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, and more. \nBECOME A MEMBER \n\nAbout Bo ok + Bottle\nBook + Bottle is a bottle shop\, an independent bookstore\, a coffee café\, and a wine bar all rolled into one exquisite little packag e. They have the most passionate\, friendly\, and helpful team in town to help you choose a book or a bottle or to take care of you and your friends on your night off. \nThey’re an independent\, woman-owned\, values-driv en\, sustainably run\, local-first business that believes little kindnesse s can make our community—and the world—a better place. \n\nSponsored i n part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture an d the National Endowment for the Arts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T182903Z LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. P etersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/2627-bookbottle-9-6/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Homeschool Hours | New African Masquerades DTSTART:20260909T140000Z DTEND:20260909T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260824T182903Z UID:10000629-1788948000-1788955200@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:arts,education,family DESCRIPTION:Homeschool groups and families are invited to join the MFA as we explore culture\, history\, math\, and the science of art.  Reveal the hidden secrets of the museum’s newest special exhibition\, New African Masquerades: Artistic Innovations and Collaborations. Featuring masks and full-body ensembles that embody spirits\, deities and ancestors\, take ins piration from these contemporary artists and create your own accessories t o represent the people and things that are important to you. \nInstruction and activities are designed for students ages 5–14. Family members and caregivers should be in attendance with students. \nHome School Hours occu r the second Wednesday of each month. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWed\, Sept 9\, 10 AM – 12 PM\nFREE for MFA Members\nIncluded with the cost of admission for Not-Yet Members\nRegistration required \nREGISTER FOR HOMESCHOOL HOUR S \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefits me mbership at the MFA offers!\nEnjoy free admission\, special access\, disco unts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, and more. Bring the whole fami ly! \nBecome a Member \nSponsored in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for the Arts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T182903Z LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. P etersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-9-9-26/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art After Dark + Jazz Night with Chaunces Trio DTSTART:20260910T210000Z DTEND:20260911T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T003121Z UID:10000694-1789059600-1789070400@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Experience a captivating night out\, with exclusive after-hour s access to the galleries and a performance by one of St. Pete’s most ex citing jazz ensembles\, Chaunces Trio. Pair your visit with Café Clementi ne’s L’Apéro hours\, featuring organic wines\, local Green Bench beer \, and a lineup of savory and sweet delights. \nArt After Dark occurs on T hursday evenings throughout the year\, with discounted admission\, special programming\, engaging docent-led tours\, and more. \nChaunces Trio featu res drummer Chance Reynolds\, alongside bassist Cooper Madden and vibrapho nist Eric Zabala. \nThu\, Sept 10\, 5 PM – 8 PM\nFree for MFA Members\n$ 16 for Not-Yet-Members (Youth 17 and under are FREE) \nGET TICKETS \nNot y et a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!\nEnjoy free admission\, special access\, discounts at t he MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, and more. \nBECOME A MEMBER \n  \n\nSp onsored in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and C ulture and the National Endowment for the Arts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T003121Z LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. P etersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-jazz-night-with-chaunces-tr io-cafe-clementine-hosts-lost-coast-oyster-co/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Studio Saturdays DTSTART:20260912T130000Z DTEND:20260912T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T223906Z UID:10000635-1789203600-1789210800@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Writers take note! We’re creating personal journals at our F REE pop-up studio in the Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory.  Use your jou rnal for writing\, drawing\, or whatever form of artistic expression you p refer. It’s yours to take home. We’ll bring the materials. You bring t he fun! \nDesigned for visitors of all ages\, Studio Saturdays happen ever y second Saturday and include a free art-making activity. Enjoy Café Clem entine\, where members enjoy a 15% discount\, and browse the MFA Shop for books\, gifts and art supplies to take home. \nSat\, Sept 12\, 9 AM – 1 1 AM\nFREE FOR EVERYONE \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and enj oy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!\nEnjoy free admission\, special access\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, and more . Bring the whole family! \nBecome a Member \n\n  \nSponsored in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the Nati onal Endowment for the Arts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T223906Z LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. P etersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/studio-saturdays-9-12-26/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art After Dark: Swing Dance the Night Away DTSTART:20260917T210000Z DTEND:20260918T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T183008Z UID:10000695-1789664400-1789675200@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:dance DESCRIPTION:Stroll the galleries after hours\, take in the unique ambiance \, and experience art in a fresh new light before stepping onto the dance floor. Perfect for seasoned dancers and beginners alike\, the evening kick s off with a Lindy Hop lesson led by experienced instructors\, Kalz Daniel and Dominic Hallworth. Afterwards\, take to the floor for a lively social dance. No partner required. \nComplete your night with Café Clementine ’s L’Apéro hours\, featuring organic wines\, local Green Bench beer\, and a delicious array of sweet and savory delights. \nArt After Dark occu rs on select Thursday evenings throughout the year\, with discounted admis sion\, special programming\, engaging docent-led tours\, and more. \nThu\, Sept 17\, 5 PM – 8 PM\nFree for MFA Members\n$16 for Not-Yet-Members (Y outh 17 and under are FREE) \nGET TICKETS \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a me mber today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!\nEnjoy free admission\, special access\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Cle mentine\, and more. \nBECOME A MEMBER \n  \n\nSponsored in part by the St ate of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the National E ndowment for the Arts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T183008Z LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. P etersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-swing-dance-the-night-away/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:From Hive to Bite: A Honey Tasting & Flight of Bites with Café Cl ementine x Noble Nectar Apiaries DTSTART:20260917T210000Z DTEND:20260917T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T003121Z UID:10000715-1789664400-1789671600@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:drink,food DESCRIPTION:Discover the many flavors of local honey in an evening of tast ing\, storytelling\, and thoughtfully crafted bites with Café Clementine and Noble Nectar Apiaries. From the hives on the MFA’s rooftop to the ho ney harvested locally and the ways its distinct flavors can transform both savory and sweet dishes\, explore the connection between bees\, place\, a nd food. \nBegin with an introduction to the MFA’s rooftop bees and lear n about the apiary\, the process of caring for the hives\, and how locally sourced honey makes its way from the hive to the table. Allison of Noble Nectar will be your guide through a tasting flight of four distinctive hon eys\, highlighting the unique characteristics of each variety. \nThe eveni ng concludes with a flight of vegetarian-friendly petite hors d’oeuvres from Café Clementine\, each thoughtfully paired with one of the featured honeys. \nThu\, Sept 17\, 5 pm – 7 pm\n$45 for MFA Members\n$60 for Not- Yet-Members\, includes gallery admission \nGET TICKETS \nNot yet a member? \nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA o ffers!\nEnjoy free admission\, special access\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, and more. \nBECOME A MEMBER \n  \n\nSponsored in p art by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and t he National Endowment for the Arts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T003121Z LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. P etersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/from-hive-to-bite-a-honey-tasting-flight-o f-bites-with-cafe-clementine-x-noble-nectar-apiaries/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Writer’s Workshop | Ekphrasis in Motion DTSTART:20260917T213000Z DTEND:20260917T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T003145Z UID:10000696-1789666200-1789673400@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Write poetry at the intersection of sound\, sight\, and sponta neous thought during this writer’s workshop\, Ekphrasis in Motion. Guide d by music and a live painting performance by artist Jeb Katsiopis\, this stream-of-consciousness session is designed to spark playfulness and fresh inspiration. \nOpen to all experience levels. Just bring your journal and an open mind. \nIncludes admission to Art After Dark. Take in the atmosph ere before or after the workshop\, wander the galleries\, and enjoy Café Clementine’s L’Apéro hours with a selection of beverages and savory a nd sweet bites. \nThu\, Sept 17\, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM\n$10 for MFA Members \n$20 for Not-Yet-Members (includes admission) \nREGISTER \nNot yet a memb er?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MF A offers!\nEnjoy free admission\, special access\, discounts at the MFA Sh op and Café Clementine\, and more. \nBECOME A MEMBER \n  \n\n\nAriana Ma tondo\n \nAriana Matondo (they/she) is a queer disabled Tanzanian-American poet\, editor\, and teacher based in Tampa\, Florida. Winner of the Zora Neale Hurston Award for poetry (2025)\, they were named a finalist for the Disquiet Prize for poetry (2025). They are also a recipient of the Sundre ss Publications Fellowship (2025)\, Vermont Studio Center Fellowship (2024 )\, Light for Public Health Poetry Prize (2024)\, and the Bettye Newman Po etry Prize (2024-2025). Matondo has published and forthcoming works in Lig ht Magazine\, Honey Literary Magazine\, The Common\, and more. As the poet ry editor for Creation Magazine and CM Editorial House\, they are currentl y pursuing an MFA in poetry at the University of South Florida. Find more at: arianakijamatondo.com. \n\n\nJeb Katsiopis\nJeb Katsiopis (he/they) is a Greek-American interdisciplinary artist out of St. Petersburg\, Florida and a graduate of the University of South Florida with an ISS degree in s ociology\, communication\, and studio art. They aim to master any medium t hey can get their hands on\, including painting\, drawing\, sewing\, print making\, and sculpture. They work at Creative Clay as a teaching artist\, working with adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities to ma ke and sell art of all mediums. They are also a contributor to Neptune Poe try Magazine. They fell in love with poetry through Community Poetry at Bl ack Crow\, where every week they write about the mundane subjects of life that are deserving of reverence and wonder. Their work also explores the n uances of queer identity\, Greek heritage\, and chronic illness. He has be en dubbed the “Patron Saint of Little Guys” by fellow poets. \n\n\nSpo nsored in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Cu lture and the National Endowment for the Arts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T003145Z LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. P etersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/writers-workshop-ekphrasis-in-motion/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Free Museum Day 2026 | Arts Alive DTSTART:20260919T130000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260806T002841Z UID:10000690-1789808400-1789837200@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, September 19\, 2026 from 9 am–5 pm (la st entry at 3 pm)\, to celebrate Free Museum Day 2026 | Arts Alive in St. Petersburg. The Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg is pleased to partici pate in this city-wide event again this year\, with complimentary museum a dmission for Florida residents with a valid ID. \nSat\, Sept 19\, 9 AM – 5 PM\nLast entry at 3 pm \nAdvance registration is required.\nVisitors must present a valid ID indicating Florida residency to receive complimen tary admission. For your convenience\, there are three time slots to choos e from. Please visit anytime within your selected window: \nFirst Session: 9 am – 11 am \nREGISTER 9 am – 11 am \nSecond Session: 11 am – 1 p m \nREGISTER 11 am – 1 pm \nThird Session: 1 pm – 3 pm \nREGISTER 1 p m – 3 pm \n\nPlease note that capacity will be limited to ensure the saf ety of our visitors\, staff\, and artworks. Entry may be delayed or denied due to capacity limitations. Learn more about the museum and plan your vi sit here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T002841Z LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. P etersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/2627-free-museum-day-2026-arts-alive/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Public Library Outreach American Art DTSTART:20260922T213000Z DTEND:20260922T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T223906Z UID:10000675-1790098200-1790103600@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:What does American art look like? Join the Museum of Fine Arts at the Barbara Ponce Library for an evening of history and hands-on creat ivity. We’ll explore the vibrant variety of American artwork spanning ge nerations\, followed by a creative workshop where you’ll craft a persona l collage inspired by your own history. Cap off the evening by exploring t he library’s collection to discover more about the incredible art and ar tists found right here in our community. \nTue\, Sept  22\, 5:30 PM – 7 PM\nAges 16+\nFree: Registration Required\nBarbara S. Ponce Public Librar y\n7770 52nd St N\, Pinellas Park\, FL\n \nRegister on Library Website \n\ nWhile you’re at the library\, be sure to “check out” even more abou t the MFA. Both the Pinellas Public Library Cooperative and Pasco County L ibraries offer FREE family admission to the MFA through museum passes avai lable at each PPLC member library. Passes are available for in-person chec k-out on a first-come\, first-served basis and cannot be renewed or placed on hold. Check pass availability on Pinellas Public Library Cooperative  or Pasco County Library websites or by contacting your library’s circul ation staff. \n. \nSponsored in part by the State of Florida through the D ivision of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for the Arts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T223906Z LOCATION:Barbara S. Ponce Public Library\, 7770 52nd St N\, Pinellas Park\ , FL\, 33781\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/public-library-outreach-american-art/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art After Dark with Classical Revolution DTSTART:20260924T210000Z DTEND:20260925T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T182953Z UID:10000697-1790269200-1790280000@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:arts,drink,music DESCRIPTION:Why choose between a concert and a night at the museum when yo u can have both? Classical Revolution St. Pete brings top-tier live music straight into the conservatory in an evening of music and art. Soak in the performance and then wander the galleries after hours to explore the art at your own pace. \nPair your visit with Café Clementine’s L’Apéro h ours\, featuring organic wines\, local Green Bench beer\, and a lineup of savory and sweet delights. \nArt After Dark occurs on select Thursday even ings throughout the year\, with discounted admission\, special programming \, engaging docent-led tours\, and more. \nThu\, Sept 24\, 5 PM – 8 PM\n Free for MFA Members\n$16 for Not-Yet-Members (Youth 17 and under are FREE ) \nGET TICKETS \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all t he benefits membership at the MFA offers!\nEnjoy free admission\, special access\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, and more. \nBECO ME A MEMBER \n  \n\n\nClassical Revolution\n \nClassical Revolution perfo rms classical music in unusual spaces such as bars\, cafés\, restaurants\ , community centers\, festivals and more! Founded in 2006 in San Francisco by Charith Premawardhana\, Classical Revolution has expanded to over 38 c hapters across the world. The goal of Classical Revolution is to make clas sical music more accessible to audiences in our community while providing a performance opportunities for local musicians. \n\n\nSponsored in part b y the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the Na tional Endowment for the Arts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T182953Z LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. P etersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-with-classical-revolution/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art & Nature Sunset Tours with the MFA & Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center DTSTART:20260927T193000Z DTEND:20260927T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T002933Z UID:10000644-1790523000-1790537400@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Embark on a journey of natural wonder in this unique collabora tion between the MFA and Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center. This immersive adventure fosters a deep appreciation for nature’s beauty and encourages a lasting commitment to its preservation for generations to come. \nBegin the afternoon with a docent-guided tour at the museum highlighting the ro le of nature in artworks. Featuring the newest special exhibition New Afri can Masquerades: Artistic Innovation and Collaboration\, discover how arti sts have drawn inspiration from the natural world and the many ways they i nterpret its beauty\, power\, and significance. Want extra time to explore the exhibition? Arrive early and enjoy the museum at your own pace (inclu ded in your ticket). \nContinue your experience at the St. Pete Pier\, whe re you’ll board a sunset cruise with Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center’ s expert marine scientists. Enjoy wildlife watching\, visit a local bird s anctuary\, and take in breathtaking views of the downtown skyline. Along t he way\, tap into your own creativity with provided art materials\, and cr eate a piece inspired by the day’s experiences. \nSun\, September 27\, 3 :30 pm – 7:30 pm\n3:30 PM – 4:30 PM: MFA Docent-Guided Tour\n6:30 PM – 7:30 PM: Sunset Cruise with TBWDC\n$45 (MFA members receive $5 discoun t)\nChildren under 3 free\nTour includes admission to the MFA and TBWDC \n TICKETS \n  \nSponsored in part by the State of Florida through the Divis ion of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for the Arts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T002933Z LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. P etersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/art-nature-sunset-tour-9-27-26/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art After Dark: Trivia Night with Max Blowers DTSTART:20261001T210000Z DTEND:20261002T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T002933Z UID:10000698-1790874000-1790884800@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:arts,drink DESCRIPTION:Trivia host Max Blowers hosts an action-packed trivia night de signed to challenge minds of all kinds. From pop culture and history to sc ience\, music\, and art\, of course\, this all-subjects showdown has somet hing for everyone. Looking for a leg up on the competition? Explore the ga lleries for a special clue. Trivia begins at 6 pm. \nPlus\, enjoy Café C lementine’s L’Apéro hours\, featuring organic wines\, local Green Ben ch beer\, and a lineup of savory and sweet delights. \nArt After Dark occu rs on select Thursday evenings throughout the year\, with discounted admis sion\, special programming\, engaging docent-led tours\, and more. \nThu\, Oct 1\, 5 PM – 8 PM\nFree for MFA Members\n$16 for Not-Yet-Members (You th 17 and under are FREE) \nGET TICKETS \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a memb er today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!\nEnjoy f ree admission\, special access\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Cleme ntine\, and more. \nBECOME A MEMBER \n  \n\n\nMax Blowers\n \nMax is a si xth-generation St. Pete native and hospitality professional. Combining his love for pop culture trivia and showmanship\, Max curates an unforgettabl e night out for trivia. \nEvery month\, Max brings you an immersive and th emed trivia experience. This isn’t your average pub trivia. Expect theme d activities\, music and outfits. Themes change monthly\,  covering popul ar films\, tv and pop culture topics. Whether you are an expert on the top ic of the month or just a casual observer\, Max and his team ensure a fun night out no matter what. \n\n\nSponsored in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for th e Arts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T002933Z LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. P etersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-trivia-night-with-max-blowe rs/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:September Book Club Reflection + Animation DTSTART:20261001T220000Z DTEND:20261002T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260817T183043Z UID:10000687-1790877600-1790884800@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with New African Masquerades: Artistic Innovati ons and Collaborations\, the MFA is proud to introduce Book + Belonging\, a four-part book club that encourages participants to ponder the widely he ld ideas of the “anonymous African artist” and assumptions that masque rade is an unchanging\, static art form solely rooted in the distant past. \nThis month’s book club pick\, Silver Sparrow by Tayari Jones\, revolv es around James Witherspoon’s two families—the public one and the secr et one. When the daughters from each family meet and form a friendship\, o nly one of them knows they are sisters. It is a relationship destined to e xplode. \nEach session will feature a specially paired wine\, unlimited p opcorn\, a carefully facilitated book club discussion\, and a gallery talk to bridge the artworks in the exhibition to the relevant and resonant con versations shaping our society today. \nHeld in partnership with Book + B ottle. Books can be purchased at the MFA Shop and Book + Bottle. \n\n\nThu \, Oct 1\, 6 PM – 8 PM\nMarly Room\n$25 for Members\n$35 for Not-Yet-Mem bers\nTicket includes program and one glass of wine. Additional wine avail able for purchase.\n \nTICKETS \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!\nEnjoy free admis sion\, special access\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, a nd more. \nBECOME A MEMBER \n\n\nMore about Silver Sparrow by Tayari Jones \nPaperback – Published in 2012 – 368 pgs \nFrom the New York Times be stselling author of An American Marriage. \nWith the opening line of Silve r Sparrow\, “My father\, James Witherspoon\, is a bigamist\,” author T ayari Jones unveils a breathtaking story about a man’s deception\, a fam ily’s complicity\, and the two teenage girls caught in the middle.  \nS et in a middle-class neighborhood in Atlanta in the 1980s\, the novel revo lves around James Witherspoon’s two families—the public one and the se cret one. When the daughters from each family meet and form a friendship\, only one of them knows they are sisters. It is a relationship destined to explode.  \nThis is the third stunning novel from an author deemed “on e of the most important writers of her generation” (the Atlanta Journal Constitution). \n“A love story … Full of perverse wisdom and proud joy … Jones’s skill for wry understatement never wavers.” —O: The Opr ah Magazine  \n“Silver Sparrow will break your heart before you even kn ow it. Tayari Jones has written a novel filled with characters I’ll neve r forget. This is a book I’ll read more than once.” —Judy Blume  \n \n\nAbout Book + Bottle\nBook + Bottle is a bottle shop\, an independent b ookstore\, a coffee café\, and a wine bar all rolled into one exquisite l ittle package. They have the most passionate\, friendly\, and helpful team in town to help you choose a book or a bottle or to take care of you and your friends on your night off. \nThey’re an independent\, woman-owned\, values-driven\, sustainably run\, local-first business that believes litt le kindnesses can make our community—and the world—a better place. \nb ookandbottlestpete.com \n\n\nSponsored in part by the State of Florida thr ough the Division of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for the A rts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T183043Z LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. P etersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/2627-book-club-september/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sensory Saturday | Hands-On with Curious Creations Co. DTSTART:20261003T140000Z DTEND:20261003T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260817T183043Z UID:10000627-1791021600-1791028800@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Families with children with sensory sensitivities are invited to explore the galleries during our Sensory Saturday. Sensory fidgets\, no ise-canceling headphones\, and regulating tools are available for visitors of all ages to borrow at the Visitor Services desk. \nAlso\, join our Sen sory Saturday Hands-On program for activities filled with sensory play\, f ine motor skill exploration\, and artmaking. Experiment with non-toxic\, s ensory-friendly materials this month outside the museum under the Bombax T ree. Activities are generally geared towards ages 2-6. For a limited time\ , during the months of October and November\, this program is FREE! \nSen sory Saturdays occur on the first Saturday of every month.  \nSat\, Oct 3 \, 10 AM – 12 PM \nActivities under the Bombax Tree are free and do not require museum admission.\nA museum admission ticket is required for acces s to the galleries.\nMFA Members receive free gallery admission. \nMFA AD MISSION \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benef its membership at the MFA offers!\nEnjoy free admission\, special access\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, and more. Bring the whol e family! \nBECOME A MEMBER \n\nABOUT CURIOUS CREATIONS CO. \n\n\n\n\n \nA s a mom to two energetic boys\, Celine understands the importance of keepi ng little hands and minds engaged with fun\, screen-free activities. She b egan creating sensory bins to encourage her oldest son to explore\, learn\ , and play independently—and what started as a simple solution quickly g rew into a true passion. \nThrough her business\, Curious Creations Co.\, Celine designs sensory kits\, toys\, and learning materials that spark cur iosity and creativity while promoting fine motor skills\, sensory explorat ion\, and imaginative play. Each item is lovingly handcrafted to bring joy \, learning\, and a little magic into every home. \nWhether you’re enjoy ing a quiet moment or watching your child dive into a world of discovery\, you can trust that they’re engaged in meaningful\, enriching play. Celi ne is grateful for every family that makes Curious Creations Co. part of t heir journey—your support means the world! \n\n \nSensory Saturdays is p art of our Picture of Health initiative. Picture of Health is a comprehens ive initiative that explores interconnected notions of well-being transcen ding geographical and temporal boundaries\, leveraging the MFA Collection as a starting point. This program fosters a holistic investigation of heal th\, encompassing cognitive\, physical\, physiological\, emotional\, civic \, intellectual\, and spiritual dimensions\, all with the aim of nurturing a sense of wellness within our community. \n  \n\n\n\nSponsored in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the N ational Endowment for the Arts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T183043Z LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. P etersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturday-10-3-26/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art After Dark featuring Sundé Café Clementine Hosts Lost Coast Oyster Co. DTSTART:20261008T210000Z DTEND:20261009T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T002933Z UID:10000699-1791478800-1791489600@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:arts,drink,food,music DESCRIPTION:Discover the galleries after hours in an unforgettable evening of art and music. St. Petersburg’s own Sundé sets the tone with her si gnature blend of dreamy vocals and driving guitar\, creating a rich sound that serves as a love letter to the diasporic traditions of soul\, jazz\, folk\, hip-hop\, and R&B. \nPair her soul-stirring performance with Café Clementine’s L’Apéro hours\, featuring organic wines\, local Green Be nch beer\, and a delicious lineup of savory and sweet delights\, before ta king in the artwork in the museum. \nPlus\, enjoy fresh oysters harvested that morning\, served ice-cold and shucked to order with custom mignonette s and house-made toppings\, at a raw bar pop-up by Lost Coast Oyster Co. F ounders Brian and Lindsay will be on hand to share real knowledge about su stainable Florida oysters—from where they come from to how they’re han dled. \nArt After Dark occurs on select Thursday evenings throughout the y ear\, with discounted admission\, special programming\, engaging docent-le d tours\, and more. \nThu\, Oct 8\, 5 PM – 8 PM\nFree for MFA Members\n$ 16 for Not-Yet-Members (Youth 17 and under are FREE) \nGET TICKETS \nNot y et a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!\nEnjoy free admission\, special access\, discounts at t he MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, and more. \nBECOME A MEMBER \n  \n\n\n Sundé\n \nSundé is an artist and musician from St. Petersburg\, Florida. She crafts dreamy vocal melodies over driving guitar\, weaving in element s of freestyle and improvisation in every set. Her sound is a love letter to the diasporic traditions of soul\, jazz\, folk\, hip-hop and R&B. She b elieves another world is possible. \n\n\nSponsored in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the National Endowme nt for the Arts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T002933Z LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. P etersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-featuring-sunde-cafe-clemen tine-hosts-lost-coast-oyster-co/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Studio Saturdays DTSTART:20261010T130000Z DTEND:20261010T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T223906Z UID:10000636-1791622800-1791630000@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Using techniques inspired by ancient artists in the collection \, assemble an intricate mosaic of your own at our FREE pop-up studio in t he Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory.  We’ll bring the materials. You b ring the fun! \nDesigned for visitors of all ages\, Studio Saturdays happe n every second Saturday and include a free art-making activity. Enjoy Caf é Clementine\, where members enjoy a 15% discount\, and browse the MFA Sh op for books\, gifts and art supplies to take home. \nSat\, Oct 10\, 9 AM – 11 AM\nFREE FOR EVERYONE \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today a nd enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!\nEnjoy free admiss ion\, special access\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, an d more. Bring the whole family! \nBecome a Member \n\n  \nSponsored in pa rt by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and th e National Endowment for the Arts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T223906Z LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. P etersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/studio-saturdays-10-10-26/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Homeschool Hours | Ancient Greek and Roman Influence DTSTART:20261014T140000Z DTEND:20261014T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T223906Z UID:10000630-1791972000-1791979200@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:arts,education,family DESCRIPTION:Homeschool groups and families are invited to join the MFA as we explore culture\, history\, math\, and the science of art alongside exh ibitions in our permanent collection. Discover ancient artworks throughout the museum\, then sculpt and build your own low-relief sculptures and mos aics. \nInstruction and activities are designed for students ages 5–14. Family members and caregivers should be in attendance with students. \nHo me School Hours occur the second Wednesday of each month. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWed\, Oct 14\, 10 AM – 12 PM\nFREE for MFA Membe rs\nIncluded with the cost of admission for Not-Yet Members\nRegistration required \nREGISTER FOR HOMESCHOOL HOURS \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a mem ber today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!\nEnjoy free admission\, special access\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clem entine\, and more. Bring the whole family! \nBecome a Member \nSponsored i n part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture an d the National Endowment for the Arts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T223906Z LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. P etersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-10-14-26/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art After Dark: Swing Dance the Night Away DTSTART:20261015T210000Z DTEND:20261016T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T182953Z UID:10000700-1792083600-1792094400@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:dance DESCRIPTION:Stroll the galleries after hours\, take in the unique ambiance \, and experience art in a fresh new light before stepping onto the dance floor. Perfect for seasoned dancers and beginners alike\, the evening kick s off with a Lindy Hop lesson led by experienced instructors\, Kalz Daniel and Dominic Hallworth. Afterwards\, take to the floor for a lively social dance. No partner required. \nComplete your night with Café Clementine ’s L’Apéro hours\, featuring organic wines\, local Green Bench beer\, and a delicious array of sweet and savory delights. \nArt After Dark occu rs on select Thursday evenings throughout the year\, with discounted admis sion\, special programming\, engaging docent-led tours\, and more. \nThu\, Oct 15\, 5 PM – 8 PM\nFree for MFA Members\n$16 for Not-Yet-Members (Yo uth 17 and under are FREE) \nGET TICKETS \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a mem ber today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!\nEnjoy free admission\, special access\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clem entine\, and more. \nBECOME A MEMBER \n  \n\nSponsored in part by the Sta te of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the National En dowment for the Arts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T182953Z LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. P etersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-swing-dance-the-night-away- 2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ceramic Workshop with KIND STUDIO DTSTART:20261015T210000Z DTEND:20261015T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T002933Z UID:10000702-1792083600-1792092600@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Craft a stunning\, functional centerpiece for your next gather ing! In this hands-on workshop\, you’ll learn the coil-building techniqu e to shape your custom basket\, complete with optional decorative handles. Once your creation is complete\, your basket will be dried\, glazed and f ired by Kari Kinder at Atelier Studio. \nIncludes admission to Art After D ark. Take in the atmosphere before or after the workshop\, wander the gall eries\, and enjoy Café Clementine’s L’Apéro hours with a selection o f beverages and savory and sweet bites. \nThu\, Oct 15\, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM\n$60 for MFA Members\n$75 for Not-Yet-Members (includes admission) \nRE GISTER \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefi ts membership at the MFA offers!\nEnjoy free admission\, special access\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, and more. \nBECOME A MEMB ER \n  \n\n\nKari Kinder\n \nKari Kinder is a St Pete based ceramic artis t who creates functional and decorative wares for the home meant to be use d in everyday life and ritual. Her work is influenced by her background in architectural design and the natural world. She explores the use of textu re\, color and pattern in both her hand built and thrown collections of wo rk through build technique\, glaze use and surface ornamentation. \n\n\nSp onsored in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and C ulture and the National Endowment for the Arts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T002933Z LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. P etersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/ceramic-workshop-with-kind-studio/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Writer’s Workshop | Black-Out Poetry DTSTART:20261015T213000Z DTEND:20261015T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T003121Z UID:10000701-1792085400-1792092600@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:education,literary DESCRIPTION:Transform existing pages into brand-new poems. Join poet Arian a Kija Matondo at the MFA for a hands-on writer’s workshop exploring bla ck-out poetry\, also known as erasure poetry. By selectively removing word s and phrases from printed texts\, you’ll uncover hidden meanings and ca rve out your own original poems. \nOpen to all experience levels. Just bri ng your journal and an open mind. \nIncludes admission to Art After Dark. Take in the atmosphere before or after the workshop\, wander the galleries \, and enjoy Café Clementine’s L’Apéro hours with a selection of bev erages and savory and sweet bites. \nThu\, Oct 15\, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM\n$ 10 for MFA Members\n$20 for Not-Yet-Members (includes admission) \nREGISTE R \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefits me mbership at the MFA offers!\nEnjoy free admission\, special access\, disco unts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, and more. \nBECOME A MEMBER \n   \n\n\nAriana Matondo\n \nAriana Matondo (they/she) is a queer disabled Tanzanian-American poet\, editor\, and teacher based in Tampa\, Florida. W inner of the Zora Neale Hurston Award for poetry (2025)\, they were named a finalist for the Disquiet Prize for poetry (2025). They are also a recip ient of the Sundress Publications Fellowship (2025)\, Vermont Studio Cente r Fellowship (2024)\, Light for Public Health Poetry Prize (2024)\, and th e Bettye Newman Poetry Prize (2024-2025). Matondo has published and forthc oming works in Light Magazine\, Honey Literary Magazine\, The Common\, and more. As the poetry editor for Creation Magazine and CM Editorial House\, they are currently pursuing an MFA in poetry at the University of South F lorida. Find more at: arianakijamatondo.com. \n\n\nSponsored in part by th e State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the Nation al Endowment for the Arts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T003121Z LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. P etersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/writers-workshop-black-out-poetry/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art After Dark: T-Shirt Screen Printing Pop-Up DTSTART:20261022T210000Z DTEND:20261023T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T002933Z UID:10000703-1792688400-1792699200@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:arts,drink,education DESCRIPTION:Explore the galleries after hours\, soak in the distinctive am biance\, and experience art in a fresh\, captivating way—it’s the perf ect night out for everyone to enjoy. Pair your visit with Café Clementine ’s L’Apéro hours\, featuring a curated wine tasting\, local Green Ben ch beer\, and a lineup of savory and sweet delights. \nPlus\, learn how to burn screens and pick up tips and tricks for screen printing from Rohry O ’Malley of Sick Dope Fresh Print Company. Price for T-shirts: $20 MFA Me mbers\, $25 Not-Yet-Members. \nArt After Dark occurs on select Thursday ev enings throughout the year\, with discounted admission\, special programmi ng\, engaging docent-led tours\, and more. \nThu\, Oct 22\, 5 PM – 8 PM\ nFree for MFA Members\n$16 for Not-Yet-Members (Youth 17 and under are FRE E) \nGET TICKETS \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!\nEnjoy free admission\, special access\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, and more. \nBEC OME A MEMBER \n  \n\nSponsored in part by the State of Florida through th e Division of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for the Arts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T002933Z LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. P etersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-t-shirt-screen-printing-pop -up/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Marly Music Presents Andrew York DTSTART:20261022T230000Z DTEND:20261023T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260827T182905Z UID:10000704-1792695600-1792701000@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Experience an unforgettable evening with GRAMMY Award-winning guitarist and composer Andrew York. Internationally recognized for his exp ressive performances and acclaimed original compositions\, York brings a p rogram of captivating music that reflects the breadth of his artistry\, fr om lyrical melodies to virtuosic passages. Performed in the Marly Room\, t his special performance offers a rare opportunity to experience one of tod ay’s most distinguished classical guitar artists in concert. \nThu\, Oct 22\, 7 PM\n$15 for MFA Members\n$35 for Not-Yet-Members (includes museum admission) \nGET TICKETS \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and en joy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!\nEnjoy free admission\, special access\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, and mor e. \nBECOME A MEMBER \n  \n\n\nAndrew York\n \nAndrew York is one of the world’s most celebrated composers for classical guitar and a performer o f international stature\, known for music that blends historical styles wi th contemporary expression. A GRAMMY Award recipient as a member of the Lo s Angeles Guitar Quartet\, his works have appeared on GRAMMY-winning recor dings by leading artists including Jason Vieaux and Sharon Isbin\, and his performances and compositions span concert halls\, film\, and major recor ding labels worldwide. York’s recordings have earned critical acclaim an d wide audiences\, while his touring career has taken him to more than thi rty countries. Today\, his compositions are performed by guitarists around the world. \n\n\nSponsored in part by the State of Florida through the Di vision of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for the Arts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T182905Z LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. P etersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/marly-music-presents-andrew-york/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art & Nature Sunset Tours with the MFA & Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center DTSTART:20261025T193000Z DTEND:20261025T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T002933Z UID:10000645-1792942200-1792954800@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Embark on a journey of natural wonder in this unique collabora tion between the MFA and Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center. This immersive adventure fosters a deep appreciation for nature’s beauty and encourages a lasting commitment to its preservation for generations to come. \nBegin the afternoon with a docent-guided tour at the museum highlighting the ro le of nature in artworks. Featuring the newest special exhibition New Afri can Masquerades: Artistic Innovation and Collaboration\, discover how arti sts have drawn inspiration from the natural world and the many ways they i nterpret its beauty\, power\, and significance. Want extra time to explore the exhibition? Arrive early and enjoy the museum at your own pace (inclu ded in your ticket). \nContinue your experience at the St. Pete Pier\, whe re you’ll board a sunset cruise with Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center’ s expert marine scientists. Enjoy wildlife watching\, visit a local bird s anctuary\, and take in breathtaking views of the downtown skyline. Along t he way\, tap into your own creativity with provided art materials\, and cr eate a piece inspired by the day’s experiences. \nSun\, October 25\, 3:3 0 pm – 7 pm\n3:30 PM – 4:30 PM: MFA Docent-Guided Tour\n6 PM – 7 PM: Sunset Cruise with TBWDC\n$45 (MFA members receive $5 discount)\nChildren under 3 free\nTour includes admission to the MFA and TBWDC \nTICKETS \n  \nSponsored in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for the Arts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T002933Z LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. P etersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/art-nature-sunset-tour-10-25-26/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Public Library Outreach Portraiture: Learn and Create DTSTART:20261027T200000Z DTEND:20261027T213000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T223906Z UID:10000678-1793116800-1793122200@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Portraiture is one of the oldest and most fascinating genres i n art history! Join the MFA at the James Weldon Johnson Library as we expl ore a selection of portraits from the museum’s permanent collection\, in cluding generals\, gods and goddesses\, and everyday people who inspired a rtists throughout history. Then\, create a portrait of your own! It can be a self-portrait or a portrait of a friend or family member. \nTue\, Oct 2 7\, 4 PM – 5:30 PM\nAges 6-18\nFree: Registration Required\nJames Weldon Johnson Library\n1059 18th Ave. South\, St. Petersburg\n \nRegister on Li brary Website \n\nWhile you’re at the library\, be sure to “check out ” even more about the MFA. Both the Pinellas Public Library Cooperative and Pasco County Libraries offer FREE family admission to the MFA through museum passes available at each PPLC member library. Passes are available for in-person check-out on a first-come\, first-served basis and cannot be renewed or placed on hold. Check pass availability on Pinellas Public Lib rary Cooperative or Pasco County Library websites or by contacting your library’s circulation staff. \n. \nSponsored in part by the State of Flo rida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment f or the Arts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T223906Z LOCATION:James Weldon Johnson Community Library\, 1059 18th Ave S\, St. Pe tersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/public-library-portraiture-10-27/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art After Dark: Spooky Edition DTSTART:20261029T210000Z DTEND:20261030T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260827T182905Z UID:10000705-1793293200-1793304000@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:arts,drink,festival DESCRIPTION:Step into the shadows for a haunting evening at the MFA. Wande r the galleries after hours to experience the collection’s darker side t hrough eerie\, docent-led tours that uncover the mysterious histories and hidden secrets behind select works of art. Throughout the night\, guests c an enjoy trick-or-treating\, hands-on creative activities\, and a friendly Halloween costume contest. Put on your favorite costume\, soak in the amb iance\, and prepare to see the museum in a whole new light. \nComplete you r night with Café Clementine’s L’Apéro hours\, featuring a curated w ine tasting\, local Green Bench beer\, and a delicious array of sweet and savory delights. \nArt After Dark occurs on select Thursday evenings throu ghout the year\, with discounted admission\, special programming\, engagin g docent-led tours\, and more. \nThu\, Oct 29\, 5 pm – 8 pm\nFree for MF A Members\n$16 for Not-Yet-Members (Youth 17 and under are FREE) \nGET TIC KETS \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!\nEnjoy free admission\, special access\, di scounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, and more. \nBECOME A MEMBER \n  \n\nSponsored in part by the State of Florida through the Division o f Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for the Arts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T182905Z LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. P etersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-spooky-edition/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Smartly Dressed Fashion Show 2026 DTSTART:20261105T150000Z DTEND:20261105T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260814T001607Z UID:10000692-1793872800-1793887200@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:arts,food DESCRIPTION:London Calling! The Margaret Acheson Stuart Society is please d to announce the details of its annual Smartly Dressed Fashion Show & Lun cheon\, one of St. Petersburg’s most anticipated charity events of the s ocial season! \nSmartly Dressed Fashion Show – London Calling  is spo nsored by Dillard’s and will be held on Thursday\, November 5\, 2026. No w in its 48th year\, this stunning fashion show will be presented at St. P etersburg’s historic Coliseum. \nThurs\, Nov 5\, 2026\nThe Coliseum\n535 4th Avenue North\, St. Petersburg\, FL\nDoors open at 10 am\nFashion Show & Luncheon at 12 pm \nMore Info \n\nFor more information\, contact the Re servations Chair at RSVP@StuartSociety.org\nCancellation requests must be in writing and received by the Reservations Chairperson 7 days prior to th e event in order to receive a refund. \nThe portion of your contribution w hich is not tax-deductible for Smartly Dressed is $50.00\, which is the fa ir market value of the goods and services provided. LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T001607Z LOCATION:The Colleseum\, 535 4th Avenue North\, St. Petersburg\, FL URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/2627-stuart-society-smartly-dressed/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art After Dark: Trivia Night with Max Blowers DTSTART:20261105T220000Z DTEND:20261106T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T002933Z UID:10000706-1793898000-1793908800@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:arts,community DESCRIPTION:Trivia host Max Blowers hosts an action-packed trivia night de signed to challenge minds of all kinds. From pop culture and history to sc ience\, music\, and art\, of course\, this all-subjects showdown has somet hing for everyone. Looking for a leg up on the competition? Explore the ga lleries for a special clue. Trivia begins at 6 pm. \nPlus\, enjoy Café Cl ementine’s L’Apéro hours\, featuring organic wines\, local Green Benc h beer\, and a lineup of savory and sweet delights. \nArt After Dark occur s on select Thursday evenings throughout the year\, with discounted admiss ion\, special programming\, engaging docent-led tours\, and more. \nThu\, Nov 5\, 5 pm – 8 pm\nFree for MFA Members\n$16 for Not-Yet-Members (Yout h 17 and under are FREE) \nGET TICKETS \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a membe r today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!\nEnjoy fr ee admission\, special access\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clemen tine\, and more. \nBECOME A MEMBER \n  \n\n\nMax Blowers\n \nMax is a six th-generation St. Pete native and hospitality professional. Combining his love for pop culture trivia and showmanship\, Max curates an unforgettable night out for trivia. \nEvery month\, Max brings you an immersive and the med trivia experience. This isn’t your average pub trivia. Expect themed activities\, music and outfits. Themes change monthly\,  covering popula r films\, tv and pop culture topics. Whether you are an expert on the topi c of the month or just a casual observer\, Max and his team ensure a fun n ight out no matter what. \n\n\nSponsored in part by the State of Florida t hrough the Division of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for the Arts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T002933Z LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. P etersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-trivia-night-with-max-blowe rs-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:October Book Club Modern + Myth DTSTART:20261105T230000Z DTEND:20261106T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T003121Z UID:10000688-1793901600-1793908800@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with New African Masquerades: Artistic Innovati ons and Collaborations\, the MFA is proud to introduce Book + Belonging\, a four-part book club that encourages participants to ponder the widely he ld ideas of the “anonymous African artist” and assumptions that masque rade is an unchanging\, static art form solely rooted in the distant past. \nThis month’s book club pick\, Friday Black by Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenya h\, is a piercingly raw and\, at times\, heartbreakingly satirical look at what it’s like to be young and Black in America. By placing ordinary ch aracters in extraordinary situations\, Adjei-Brenyah reveals the violence\ , injustice\, and painful absurdities that Black men and women contend wit h every day in this country. \nEach session will feature a specially paire d wine\, unlimited popcorn\, a carefully facilitated book club discussion\ , and a gallery talk to bridge the artworks in the exhibition to the relev ant and resonant conversations shaping our society today. \nHeld in partne rship with Book + Bottle. Books can be purchased at the MFA Shop and Book + Bottle. \n\n\nThu\, Nov 5\, 6 PM – 8 PM\nMarly Room\n$25 for Members\ n$35 for Not-Yet-Members\nTicket includes program and one glass of wine. A dditional wine available for purchase.\n \nTICKETS \nNot yet a member?\nBe come a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offer s!\nEnjoy free admission\, special access\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, and more. \nBECOME A MEMBER \n\n\nMore about Friday Bla ck by Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah\nPaperback – Published in 2018 – 208 pg s \n“An unbelievable debut\, one that announces a new and necessary Amer ican voice.”—New York Times Book Review \nThe acclaimed debut collecti on from the author of Chain Gang All Stars\; a piercingly raw and\, at tim es\, heartbreakingly satirical look at what it’s like to be young and Bl ack in America. \nFrom the start of this extraordinary debut\, Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah’s writing will grab you\, haunt you\, enrage and invigorat e you. By placing ordinary characters in extraordinary situations\, Adjei- Brenyah reveals the violence\, injustice\, and painful absurdities that Bl ack men and women contend with every day in this country. \nThese stories tackle urgent instances of racism and cultural unrest\, and explore the ma ny ways we fight for humanity in an unforgiving world. \n\nIn “The Finke lstein Five\,” Adjei-Brenyah gives us an unforgettable reckoning of the brutal prejudice of our justice system.\nIn “Zimmer Land\,” we see a f ar-too-easy-to-believe imagining of racism as sport.\n“Friday Black” a nd “How to Sell a Jacket as Told by Ice King” show the horrors of cons umerism and the toll it takes on us all.\n\nEntirely fresh in its style an d perspective\, and sure to appeal to fans of Colson Whitehead\, Marlon Ja mes\, and George Saunders\, Friday Black confronts readers with a complica ted\, insistent\, wrenching chorus of emotions\, the final note of which\, remarkably\, is hope. \n\n\nAbout Book + Bottle\nBook + Bottle is a bottl e shop\, an independent bookstore\, a coffee café\, and a wine bar all ro lled into one exquisite little package. They have the most passionate\, fr iendly\, and helpful team in town to help you choose a book or a bottle or to take care of you and your friends on your night off. \nThey’re an in dependent\, woman-owned\, values-driven\, sustainably run\, local-first bu siness that believes little kindnesses can make our community—and the wo rld—a better place. \nbookandbottlestpete.com \n\n\nSponsored in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the Nat ional Endowment for the Arts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T003121Z LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. P etersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/2627-book-club-october/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sensory Saturday | Hands-On with Curious Creations Co. DTSTART:20261107T150000Z DTEND:20261107T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T003121Z UID:10000628-1794045600-1794052800@mfastpete.org CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Families with children with sensory sensitivities are invited to explore the galleries during our Sensory Saturday. Sensory fidgets\, no ise-canceling headphones\, and regulating tools are available for visitors of all ages to borrow at the Visitor Services desk. \nAlso\, join our Sen sory Saturday Hands-On program for activities filled with sensory play\, f ine motor skill exploration\, and artmaking. Experiment with non-toxic\, s ensory-friendly materials this month outside the museum under the Bombax T ree. Activities are generally geared towards ages 2-6. For a limited time\ , during the months of October and November\, this program is FREE!  \nSe nsory Saturdays occur on the first Saturday of every month. \nSat\, Nov 7\ , 10 AM – 12 PM \nActivities under the Bombax Tree are free and do not r equire museum admission.\nA museum admission ticket is required for access to the galleries.\nMFA Members receive free gallery admission. \nMFA ADMI SSION \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefit s membership at the MFA offers!\nEnjoy free admission\, special access\, d iscounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, and more. Bring the whole family! \nBECOME A MEMBER \n\nABOUT CURIOUS CREATIONS CO. \n\n\n\n\n \nAs a mom to two energetic boys\, Celine understands the importance of keeping little hands and minds engaged with fun\, screen-free activities. She beg an creating sensory bins to encourage her oldest son to explore\, learn\, and play independently—and what started as a simple solution quickly gre w into a true passion. \nThrough her business\, Curious Creations Co.\, Ce line designs sensory kits\, toys\, and learning materials that spark curio sity and creativity while promoting fine motor skills\, sensory exploratio n\, and imaginative play. Each item is lovingly handcrafted to bring joy\, learning\, and a little magic into every home. \nWhether you’re enjoyin g a quiet moment or watching your child dive into a world of discovery\, y ou can trust that they’re engaged in meaningful\, enriching play. Celine is grateful for every family that makes Curious Creations Co. part of the ir journey—your support means the world! \n\n \nSensory Saturdays is par t of our Picture of Health initiative. Picture of Health is a comprehensiv e initiative that explores interconnected notions of well-being transcendi ng geographical and temporal boundaries\, leveraging the MFA Collection as a starting point. This program fosters a holistic investigation of health \, encompassing cognitive\, physical\, physiological\, emotional\, civic\, intellectual\, and spiritual dimensions\, all with the aim of nurturing a sense of wellness within our community. \n  \n\n\n\nSponsored in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the Nat ional Endowment for the Arts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T003121Z LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. P etersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturday-11-7-26/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg X-SOURCE-URL:https://mfastpete.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR