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Pinellas CountyPinellas County is in West Central Florida and encompasses 280 square miles. The municipalities in Pinellas County are Belleair, Belleair Beach, Belleair Bluffs, Belleair Shore, Clearwater, Dunedin, Gulfport, Indian Rocks Beach, Indian Shores, Kenneth
Largo, Madeira Beach, North Redington Beach, Oldsmar, Pinellas Park, Redington Beach, Redington Shores, Safety Harbor, St. Pete Beach, St. Petersburg, Seminole, South Pasadena, Tarpon Springs and Treasure Island. The County has a year round population of 929,208 residents.
Recreational Highlights of Pinellas County include: Devil Rays Baseball; 250 County Parks; 35 miles of Beaches; 47 miles of Pinellas Bike/Walk and 49 Golf Courses.
Historical Points of Interest include: Fort DeSoto Park; Heritage Park & Museum; Salvador Dali Museum; Sunken Gardens and Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks.
Cultural Events and Festivals: Clearwater Jazz Festival; Greek Wine & Food Festival; Main Sail Arts Festival; Shakespeare in the Park and Tarpon Springs Art Festival.
From Clearwater, the county seat, driving distance is: Tallahassee 192 miles; Orlando 91 miles; Tampa 19 miles; Jacksonville 174 miles and Miami 218 miles.
Pinellas County is linked to the Interstate system and is accessible from I-275 and US-19. The nearest airport with scheduled commercial airline service is the St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport with 4 runways the longest is 8,500 feet. The nearest deep water port is the Port of St. Petersburg, 18 miles away.
With a labor force of 502,013 the major private sector employer in Pinellas County is Jabil Circuit with 3,500 employees, Neilson Media Research with 3,100 employees and Times Publishing with 3,000 employees. The University of South Florida, Clearwater Christian College, Stetson College of Law, Florida Institute of Technology, Eckerd College and St. Petersburg Community College serve post-secondary education in Pinellas County.
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Counties: Pinellas County
Communities: Largo
Takes place every Friday
Music in the park from 6 - 8 PM. Different music themes every week through a state of the art sound system. You may enjoy the music from almost anywhere in the park. There are eight shelters for you to utilize or you can just pitch a blanket in center field.
Largo Central Park
Largo, FL 727.587.6740 x 5014
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Pinellas County Inquiry:
| Q. | Where is the Dog Park? | | A. | Sand Key Park and Paw Playground, 1060 Gulf Blvd, Clearwater, FL
Crest Lake Park, Doggie Paws, 201 S Glenwood, Clearwater, FL
Nature Preserve Dog Park, between 8th and 9th Aves, Indian Rocks Beach, FL
Largo Paw Place, inside Largo's "Northeast Park" on East Bay Dr, Largo, FL
Walsingham Park, 12615 102nd Ave North, Largo, FL
Taylor Reservoir Park and Pinellas Trail, 8th Ave SW, Largo, FL
Bicentennial Park, between Tom Stuart Cswy and Middle School, Madeira Beach, FL
Mobbly Bayou Wilderness Preserve, 423 Lafayette Blvd, Oldsmar, FL
John Chestnut Sr. Paw Park Playground, 2200 East Lake Rd, Palm Harbor, FL
Abercrombie Park, 38th Ave North, St. Petersburg, FL
Fort DeSoto Paw Playground, Pinellas Bayway off Anderson Rd, St Petersburg, FL
Walter Fuller Park, 8 blocks south of Abercrombie Park, St Petersburg, FL
Coquina Key Dog Park, Wahoo Drive,St Petersburg, FL
North Shore Park, North Shore Drive, St Petersburg, FL
Freedom Lake Park, Paw Park, 102nd Ave, St Petersburg, FL
Lake Vista Park, off 60th Street S, St Petersburg, FL
Boca Ciega Millenium Park, Paw Playground, 12410 74th Ave. N, Seminole, FL
| | Q. | How long is a drive from St Pete Beach to Discovery Cove in Orlando. Time wise? Like 3 hours for example. Lisa | | A. | The distance from St Pete Beach to Discovery Cove (407.370.1428), 6000 Discovery Cove Way in Orlando is approximately 1 hour, 45 minutes at just over 100 miles.
| | Q. | what is the distance between St Petes Beach and Fort Myers beach | | A. | It is 130 miles between St Pete's Beach and Ft Myers Beach.
| | Q. | I am from NY but live in Palm Harbor now. I know there are a lot of New Yorkers who move to Florida. Every Friday night, restaurants in NY would bread and fry Haddock or Cod and serve them with fries. Friday night Fish Fries were a fond memory of being in NY. Do you know of any restaurants in my area that offer this? Thanks so much. | | A. | There are a number of good fried fish serving restaurants such as the Skipper's Smokehouse Located at the corner of Skipper Road and Nebraska Avenue 813.971.0666. Blue Sea Seafood Market Restaurant located at 7110 N. Nebraska Avenue. Phone 813.234.5085. But especially during Lent, you can enjoy the Friday Menu Fish Fry at the Tarpon Springs Moose Lodge or most Catholic parishes.
| | Q. | when is st nicholas' festival in tarpon springs | | A. | The Epiphany Celebration on January 6th, commemorates the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan begins with a service is at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral. At conclusion of service, the procession makes its way to Spring Bayou where the “dive for the cross” takes place. A Glendi festival follows at Craig Park with Greek food, dancing and music. A gala Epiphany Ball is held in the evening. For more information: 727.937.3540 or chamber@tarponsprings.com" target=_blank>Email.
| | Q. | We're looking for charter fishing in the gulf during the week of 10/28 thru 11/04. Any suggestions? | | A. | You are in a great area for it… try one of these Madeira Beach Charter Fishing Opportunities … Fintastic Inc. Fishing Charters, 215 128th Ave East, 727.319.0846; 727.642.3411 Hubbard's Marina Deep Sea Fishing, 150 Boardwalk Place West, 727.393.1947 Makai Charters, 13201 Gulf Boulevard, 727.492.4779 Makai Charters, 13201 Gulf Boulevard, 727.397.2041 Got'ta Go Charters, 727.319.9405, 727.656.2889 Florida Fisherman, 150 Johns Passage Boardwalk, 727.393.1947
| | Q. | antiquaritian book fair Do you have an info on the above? | | A. | The 26th Annual Florida Antiquarian Book Fair will be held beginning Friday, March 9 through Sunday, March 11, 2007 at The Coliseum, 535 Fourth Ave. N in St Petersburg, Florida. For more information contact Larry Kellogg at 727.563.9922.
| | Q. | We are hoping to attend some Phillies spring training games The first week in March. Can you help us find some decent hotels near the ball park - or some packages for 3-5 days? Thank you, Ralph | | A. | The Philadelphia Phillies will be ready for you and so is Clearwater. Check out the St. Petersburg Clearwater Convention & Visitors (877.352.3224), they have a wide selection of luxury hotels, small lodging options and B&B's in the immediate area. The first Phillies game is March 2nd in Tampa against the New York Yankees at Legends Field (10 mile roadtrip) and then back to Clearwater on March 3rd for their first Spring Training home game at Bright House Networks Field, the newest venue on the Grapefruit League circuit. The week will wrap up with another (5 mile roadtrip) on Saturday to Knology Park in Dunedin for a game against the Toronto Blue Jays.
| | Q. | I am trying to find out what properties are available for two weeks rent in the palm harbour,clearwater area down as far as bradenton that will cater for 8 people. Who is best to contact for a full list? many thanks ann (UK)
| | A. | Contact a property management company that represents a large number of properties such as Suncoast Vacation Rentals located in Indian Shores, 727.596.4067, Email. Local rental coordinators include Clearwater Beach Rentals, 727.446.0232, Email; Vistas on the Gulf with UK contact of: 0800.917.5576, Email and Resort Rentals, 727.363.3336, 800.293.3979 (tollfree), Email. When visiting find the best place to spend your next Florida vacation.
| | Q. | where can a person get flu shots in largo or surrounding areas...thank you...doroth | | A. | Largo area locations within 5 miles for the next 7 days.
Publix 619 S Fort Harrison Ave, Clearwater; 10/29 10 AM-2 PM
Publix 1229 Missouri Ave N, Largo; 10/29 10 AM-2 PM
Albertsons 1295 S Missouri Ave, Clearwater; 10/30 10 AM-2 PM
CVS 6561 102 Avenue N, Pinellas Park; 11/01 10 AM-2 PM
Kash N' Karry 2460 East Bay Blvd, Largo; 11/01 10 AM-2 PM
Albertsons 2770 West Bay Dr, Belleair Bluffs; 11/01 4-8 PM
Publix 12022 Indian Rocks Rd, Largo; 11/01 10 AM-2 PM
CVS 13998 Walsingham Rd, Largo; 11/02 3-7 PM
Publix 1555 S Highland Ave, Clearwater; 11/03 3-7 PM
CVS 1895 N Highland Ave, Clearwater; 11/03 3-7 PM
Publix 525 S Belcher Rd, Clearwater; 11/03 3-7 PM Walgreens 7400 66th St, Pinellas Park; 11/03 6-9 PM
| | Q. | Did WIlma cause much damage in Treasure island? I am thinking of booking a vacation there next month. | | A. | You are in luck, Treasure Island was not impacted by Wilma and the sunsets there are as lovely as ever. Enjoy your visit!
| | Q. | Can you advise me on places to stay around Christmas / New Year. My requirements (ideally) are as follows:
1. High quality level beachfront property: ideally a house, then a condo.
2. Two adults and two children (aged 7 and 5), therefore family activities.
3. Beach front equipment for rental: umbrellas etc.
4. Not too lively in the evening, given the children.
5. Choices of restaurants etc. catering for adults and children.
Thanks David (United Kingdom) | | A. |
| | Q. | We arrive in Orlando airport on 18th August at 12:46 flight UA1559. What are the options and costs (cheapest way) to get to Plaza Beach Resort St.Pete's Beach where we will be staying Many thanks Christine from New Zealand. | | A. | The most cost-effective way between Orlando and St Pete Beach is to rent a car. Foreign nationals can drive a car for up to one year with a valid full drivers license from their country, if they have held it for one year. The minimum age for a driver's license in Florida is 16; minimum car rental age limit is 21, though many companies use 25. Rent before you come to the US. Major airlines and tour companies offer value fly-drive packages. Pay with credit card to avoid deposits. Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) covers the vehicle for any damage. Liability Insurance (LI) is an additional cover and provides authorized drivers $1,000,000 in protection. Most rental car companies can now print out a map showing you the route but remember to take Interstate 4 (I-4) southwest into Tampa and I-275 into St. Pete Beach. Enjoy your holiday!
| | Q. | Visiting in september can you send me the following info:-
1) Directions from Orlando
2) List of places to eat
3) List of local attractions
Many thanks | | A. | Belleair Beach is nearby Clearwater, St Petersburg and Tampa, west of Orlando about 1 1/2 hours drive. If you are driving to Orlando, you will want to take FL-60 (Courtney Campbell Causeway) across to I-4 in Tampa, which will take you to Orlando and vicinity.
A list of places to eat in the North Beaches area would include:
Cuso's Club & Cantina, 2405 Gulf Blvd, Indian Rocks Beach, 727.596.5640
E & E Stakeout Grille, 100 Indian Rocks Road N, Belleair Bluffs, 727.585.6399
Guppy's Restaurant, 1701 Gulf Blvd, Indian Rocks Beach, 727.593.2032
Original Crabby Bills, 401 Gulf Blvd, Indian Rocks Beach, 727.595.0041
P.J.'s Seafood Restaurant, 500 1st St N, Indian Rocks Beach, 727.596.5898
The Pub, Waterfront Restaurant, 20025 Gulf Blvd, Indian Shores, 727.595.3172
TJ's Italian Café, 1515 Gulf Blvd, Indian Rocks Beach, 727.596.1515
There are many attractions in the Central Florida area including:
Adventure Island, 1001 McKinley Dr, Tampa, 813.987.5660
Busch Gardens, 3000 East Busch Blvd, Tampa, 813.987.5082
Clearwater Marine Aquarium, 249 Windward Passage, Clearwater Beach, 888.239.9414
Florida Aquarium, 701 Channelside Dr, Tampa, 813.273.4000
Florida International Museum, 100 2nd Street N, St Petersburg, 800.777.9882
Gulf Beaches Historical Museum, 115 10th Ave, St Pete Beach, 813.360.2491
Konger Coral Sea Aquarium, 850 Dodecanese Blvd, Tarpon Springs, 727.938.5378
Holocaust Memorial Museum, 5001 113th St, Madeira Beach, 727.820.0100
Lowry Park Zoo, 7530 North Blvd, Tampa, 813.935.8552
Museum of Fine Arts, 255 Beach Dr NE, St Petersburg, 727.896.2667
Museum of Science & Industry (MOSI), 4801 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, 813.987.6100
Salvador Dali Museum, 1000 Third St S, St Petersburg, 727.823.3767
Spongeorama, 510 Dodecanese Blvd, Tarpon Springs, 727.942.3771
St Petersburg Museum of History, 335 2nd Ave. NE, St. Petersburg, 727.894.1052
Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary, 18328 Gulf Blvd, Indian Shores, 727.391.6211
Sunken Gardens, 1825 4th Street N, St Petersburg, 727.893.7336
The Pier, 800 2nd Ave NE, St Petersburg, 813.821.6164
Tampa Bay Devil Rays, 1 Stadium Dr, St Petersburg, 888.FAN.RAYS
Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 4201 N Dale Mabry, Tampa, 800.795.2827
Tampa Bay Lightning, 401 Channelside Dr, Tampa, 813.301.6600
| | Q. | I would like to know how to find a company in Palm Harbor called peppermint lane, its number does not work a (home decor business) and i really needed to get incontact with someone from the business the number given to me is (727 692).... the address is 750 Wild oaklane Palm Harbor Fl 34683
is there a way to help me contact this business? | | A. | We do not have a listing for this business. The FloridaView listings for home decor in Palm Harbor are: Affordable Elegance 727.771.1717; Ashley Taylor Home Collection 727.787.9882; B & B Interiors 727.785.4457; Bill's Decorating 727.787.6119; Bright Clouds Painting & Décor 727.871.0682; Countryside Creative Interiors 727.934.2900; Design Decorating Services 727.773.8989; Exquisite Designs 727.772.6323; Irena Kovel Interior Design 727.772.0188; Rose Davis Interiors 727.934.5671; Sharkey June Design Associates 727.786.4928
| | Q. | Where do we go to watch the dolphins? | | A. | InSt. Pete Beachcheck out http://dolphinlandings.com, 727.367.4488 or http://CaptainsNow.com, 727.360.3650. Year round you can travel down toKey West. Other wonderful places when the water is warmer includeFloridaDolphinWatch.comexcursions from Fisherman's Wharf fromFt Pierce, also Panama City Beach, Naples, Anna Maria Islandand let's not forget Key Largo. You can also find dolphins at Marineland, and SeaWorld-Orlando among other Florida destinations.
| | Q. | How far is it from Destin, Florida to St Petersburg? Would there be bus services available? | | A. | The distance is about 360 miles between these two Florida communities. Yes, Greyhound does provide bus service between the Ft. Walton Beach/Destin area and St. Petersburg.
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