Category Archives: Photo Opportunity

Surreal Parade

Posted on January 11, 2011 by Bob Horn

Yesterday morning, I took a break from the ‘work’ part of my job and opted to check out the Surreal Parade that was taking place to celebrate the official move from the original Dali Museum in its old warehouse building to … Continue reading →

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Pelican Enjoying the Sunrise

Posted on September 9, 2010 by Bob Horn

I know, pictures of pelicans in St. Petersburg are a dime a dozen…  And you certainly can’t hang out near the Pier or the Marina downtown without seeing plenty of them.  But when I was downtown last Saturday, trying to … Continue reading →

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September Dawn

Posted on September 4, 2010 by Bob Horn

So, I got up early this morning with the specific purpose of heading downtown to try to catch a gorgeous sunrise over Tampa Bay.  By the time our beautiful sun actually rose, the sky was surprisingly boring, so I am … Continue reading →

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Regata del Sol al Sol

Posted on April 23, 2010 by Bob Horn

 This morning, at about 10 AM off the east end of The Pier, something like 30 beautiful sailboats set sail for Mexico!  It was the start of the “Regata del Sol al Sol”, which translates, approximately, to ’Boat Race from the … Continue reading →

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The Sunshine City

Posted on April 16, 2010 by Bob Horn

 We don’t hear it so much these days, but St. Petersburg has been known as “The Sunshine City” since the early 1900′s.  There was a great desire to grow the city back in those days, to add both residents and … Continue reading →

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Kapok Tree in Bloom

Posted on April 8, 2010 by Bob Horn

Yet another sure sign of Springtime in St. Petersburg is the crimson show of color put on by the Kapok tress around the city.  This is not one of those trees that you see on every block, but there are … Continue reading →

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Osprey Flying High

Posted on April 4, 2010 by Bob Horn

Although almost all of my posts are about St. Petersburg life, I actually do leave the city limits sometimes!  And if there’s something nearby, something that I can get to without too long  a drive, then it’s worth telling you … Continue reading →

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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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