Monthly Archives: March 2010

Azaleas Everywhere!

Posted on March 31, 2010 by Bob Horn

One of the surest (and most beautiful) signs of Springtime in St. Petersburg is the sudden burst of Azaleas blooming everywhere you look!  These two photos were taken in the Allendale area of St. Petersburg yesterday, but these gorgeous flowers can … Continue reading →

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St. Petersburg Honda Grand Prix

Posted on March 29, 2010 by Bob Horn

 The big race of the Grand Prix was rescheduled Sunday afternoon when lightning and heavy rain made conditions too dangerous for both drivers and spectators.  The race took place Monday morning, and I had a great view from the 27th … Continue reading →

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I Love a Parade!

Posted on March 26, 2010 by Bob Horn

Last night, we went downtown to see the Illuminated Night Parade.  It didn’t seem as illuminated as usual, but that’s because of Daylight Saving Time.  It just wasn’t all that dark out!  But, still, it was fun to sit back … Continue reading →

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Springtime in St. Petersburg

Posted on March 22, 2010 by Bob Horn

 One of the sure signs of Spring in St. Petersburg is the sudden adornment of all of the city’s oak trees with long, delicate strands of oak pollen.  I’m not personally affected by the pollen, so I can appreciate the … Continue reading →

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Art In Bloom at Museum of Fine Arts

Posted on March 18, 2010 by Bob Horn

I’m sorry to tell you that this exhibit is already gone, but it’s still worth posting about, because it will be back again next year.  I had never heard of Art In Bloom before, but when we went to the … Continue reading →

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Coming Soon: Honda Grand Prix!

Posted on March 16, 2010 by Bob Horn

 In downtown St. Petersburg last weekend, there was activity everywhere!  At Vinoy Park, the 2010 Cajun-Zydeco Crawfish Festival.  A few blocks away, at the Museum of Fine Art, the tenth annual “Art in Bloom” exhibit, which I’ll post on later … Continue reading →

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Saturday Morning Market

Posted on March 15, 2010 by Bob Horn

I’ve been wanting to get down to the Saturday Morning Market for weeks, but each weekend, there has been something getting in my way.  This past weekend, I finally made it down there, and what a treat it was!  Beautiful … Continue reading →

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Designer Show House at Ovation

Posted on March 11, 2010 by Bob Horn

 Each year, the Florida Orchestra, working with local designers and developers, hosts a Designer Show House as a fundraiser for the orchestra.  Typically, the venue is a house, but this year, it’s at the gorgeous new Ovation condominiums in downtown … Continue reading →

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Concentration

Posted on March 10, 2010 by Bob Horn

I was taking a walk the other day and became as entranced with this Great Blue Heron as he was with his prey.  There was no concern at all for me or for the fact that I walked to within a … Continue reading →

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Waterfront Parks Centennial

Posted on March 9, 2010 by Bob Horn

 Those of you who live in or near St. Petersburg already know what a great stretch of waterfront parks we have.  Those who are visiting or are not familiar with the city should take the time to head as far … Continue reading →

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