Regent Lane Neighborhood Events: Week of July 14th 2019
Monday, July 15
Above the Fold: New Expressions in Origami at Museum of Fine Arts
Experience the latest exhibition at the Museum of Fine Arts! The “Above the Fold” exhibition demonstrates the extraordinary power and potential of contemporary origami. Paper is transformed into breathtaking sculpture, large-scale installations and conceptual works that express contemporary social, political, and aesthetic ideas. The exhibition celebrates these artists who are redefining a traditional Japanese craft as a modern global genre and inventing unexpected forms of artistic expression.
Find ticket info and more here: https://mfastpete.org/exh/above-the-fold/
Date: Now through Sept. 22
Address: 255 Beach Dr NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Wednesday, July 17
American Stage presents Fun Home
Every once in a while a Broadway musical comes along that surprises, moves and excites audiences in ways only a truly landmark piece of theatre can. This groundbreaking and life-affirming new musical was the event of the Broadway season, receiving raves from critics and audiences alike and garnering five Tony Awards.
Based on Alison Bechdel’s best-selling graphic memoir, Fun Home introduces us to Alison at three different ages. We follow her as she explores and unravels the many mysteries of her childhood in this refreshingly honest and intimate musical about seeing your parents through grown-up eyes.
Tickets: https://americanstage.org/FUNHOME/
Time: 7pm
Date: select nights through August 18
Address: 163 3rd St N, St., St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Thursday, July 18
Museum of Fine Arts: Cocktails & Collections
Held on the third Thursday of each month, Cocktails & Collections is a series of themed events focusing on one of the MFA galleries or special exhibitions. Enjoy live music, a customized docent tour, light bites and art-inspired signature cocktails, all inspired by the different works & artists.
Admission: $20 or Free for MFA members
Time: 5-7pm
Address: 255 Beach Dr NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Cult Classic Summer Movie: Clueless at The Dali Museum
The Dali’s can’t-miss outdoor movie series is back again this summer. Grab your lawn chair and enjoy free flicks, local food truck fare and cold craft brews.
Seating is limited and spots fill up quickly, so guests are encouraged to come early to claim a spot at the Museum’s Avant Garden. Take advantage of your early arrival and experience Museum galleries after hours on the night of the movie at a reduced $10 admission.
Doors open and vendors start serving at 7pm
Movie begins at 8:30pm
Address: 1 Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Friday, July 19
Tampa Bay Rays vs. White Sox
End the work week by cheering for The Rays as they play against the White Sox. Watch them take the field in downtown St. Pete at Tropicana Field, recently revamped with a First Base Food Hall where fans can get a taste of local bars & restaurants. And after, enjoy the neighboring Edge District, which is lined with local and authentic breweries, shops and restaurants.
You can find ticket info here: https://www.mlb.com/rays/tickets
Date: Friday, July 19
Time: 7:10pm
Address: 1 Tropicana Dr., St. Petersburg, FL 33705
Saturday, July 20
Florida Hard Seltzer Fest
Don’t miss out on the 1st Annual Florida Hard Seltzer Fest! Join 3 Daughters Brewing and 15 local bars and restaurants for an afternoon full of live entertainment, drinks and food. 5 local restaurants will be onsite showing off some of the best food in the area. 10 local bars will be present for a 3 Daughters Brewing Seltzer Mixology Contest sponsored by Tito’s Handmade Vodka.
Tickets include unlimited drinks and food while supplies last. Live music is from 2 – 11 p.m.
Address: 222 22nd St S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712
Tampa Bay Rowdies vs. Saint Louis FC
Kick it at Al Lang Stadium and cheer on the Tampa Bay Rowdies! Experience the electrifying home games with stands packed with fans cheering the team on with age old songs and chants, top notch concessions, and an outdoor stadium situated right on the waterfront of downtown St. Pete.
You can find ticket info here: https://www.rowdiessoccer.com/2019matches
Time: 7:30pm
Address: 230 1st St. S, St. Petersburg, FL 33701