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# Northeast Journal
St. Petersburg, Florida Journal | Newspaper
## Posts
- [Remembering Jim Oliver, St. Pete’s King of Baseball](https://northeastjournal.org/remembering-jim-oliver-st-petes-king-of-baseball/) - Jim Oliver was a shortstop in the Negro Leagues and mentor to hundreds of Black youths during the era of segregation in St. Pete.
- [Open Studio Night: An Art Walk for the Artists](https://northeastjournal.org/open-studio-night-an-art-walk-for-the-artists-2/) - When do artists get to enjoy art walk? When it's Open Studio Night! A new initiative is letting artists meet, greet, and learn from each other.
- [Kindred Spirits: Photographers Edward Curtis and E. G. Barnhill](https://northeastjournal.org/kindred-spirits-edward-curtis-and-e-g-barnhill/) - Two turn-of-the-century photographers innovated and inspired each other – and one of them documented life in St. Pete.
- [Mother’s Day and More at St. Pete’s Museum of Motherhood](https://northeastjournal.org/mothers-day-and-more-at-st-petes-museum-of-motherhood/) - Discover the St. Pete museum examining all aspects of motherhood – from the complicated to the historic to the beautiful.
- [Good Sports: Local Fisherwomen Share Their Passion](https://northeastjournal.org/good-sports-local-fisherwomen-share-their-passion/) - More fisherwomen in the Bay Area are claiming their space in a male-dominated sport.
- [Celebrating Woodson’s Warriors: A Legacy of Leadership and Excellence ](https://northeastjournal.org/celebrating-woodsons-warriors-a-legacy-of-leadership-and-excellence/) - The Woodson Warrior Scholarship reflects the museum mission of the museum “to preserve, present, interpret, celebrate, and educate the public about African American history and culture.”
- [John Lodwick: St. Pete's City Publicity Genius](https://northeastjournal.org/john-lodwick-st-petes-city-publicity-genius/) - Babe Ruth is credited with putting St. Pete on the map, but city promoter John Lodwick is the real genius behind the "Sunshine City's" fame
- [Return to the Square: Williams Park’s Next Chapter](https://northeastjournal.org/return-to-the-square-williams-parks-next-chapter/) - A new initiative aims to help Williams Park reclaim its town square identity through thoughtful upgrades and programming.
- [History All Around: Resolve to Know Our Local Landmarks](https://northeastjournal.org/history-all-around-resolve-to-know-our-local-landmarks/) - Want a New Year’s resolution that doesn’t require a diet? Perhaps consider getting to know and appreciate some of our city’s historic buildings a little better. Only one percent of the city’s buildings is designated a local historic landmark, however many residents and visitors know little about them. Let us take you on a virtual
- [On the Move with the Key to Dalí](https://northeastjournal.org/on-the-move-with-the-key-to-dali/) - Something new is rolling out from the Dalí Museum: a 40-foot classroom art space and mobile museum. Christened the The Key to Dalí Art Mobile, this travelling surrealistic exhibition is designed to bring art to the people in classrooms around the county. Now, instead of students going to the museum, the museum can come to them, all during
- [Sweet Soundings: New Technology Provides Insights Into Tampa Bay](https://northeastjournal.org/sweet-soundings-new-technology-provides-insights-into-tampa-bay/) - Enhanced Mobile Mapping with Emerging Technologies – EMMET for short – has an outsized mission to survey the shallowest reaches of Tampa Bay. Photo courtesy of USF-SP Have you noticed a curious new watercraft of elfin proportions plying the shallows of Tampa Bay? If so, don’t worry – that’s just EMMET! Enhanced Mobile Mapping with
- [Sunshine City Soiree to Benefit History Museum](https://northeastjournal.org/sunshine-city-soiree-to-benefit-history-museum/) - In what organizers hope will be an annual event, there will be two awards for a civic leader from the past and present.
- [Get Moving: Help for Your New Year’s Resolution](https://northeastjournal.org/get-moving-help-for-your-new-years-resolution/) - In our beautiful city, there are so many ways to get and stay healthy.
- [Creative Clay: 30 Years at the Heart of St. Pete’s Arts Community](https://northeastjournal.org/creative-clay-30-years-at-the-heart-of-st-petes-arts-community/) - Creative Clay founders take a look back at the start of one of the city's most inspiring arts programs.
- [Preserve the ‘Burg Opens Office in Warehouse Arts District](https://northeastjournal.org/preserve-the-burg-opens-office-in-warehouse-arts-district/) - Preserve the 'Burg's new office in the Warehouse Arts District now offers space for community engagement.
- [The Craftsman House: Beginning Another Chapter for the Historic Property](https://northeastjournal.org/the-craftsman-house-beginning-another-chapter-for-the-historic-property/) - More than 100 years of history abide in the bungalow that has been home to The Craftsman House Gallery & Cafe.
- [A Call for Change: Local Environmentalist Shares Hope for Our Future](https://northeastjournal.org/the-climate-is-changing/) - Larry Weiner has travelled the world and come back with a message to save it.
- [Celebrate the Festival of Lights, Florida Style](https://northeastjournal.org/celebrate-the-festival-of-lights-florida-style/) - Hanukkah, which happens December 14 to 22 this year, celebrates a miracle with delicious food, traditional games, and community.
- [Musical Milestones: A Chat with the SPCB’s New Assistant Director](https://northeastjournal.org/musical-milestones-a-chat-with-the-spcbs-new-assistant-director/) - For the first time in the band’s 50-year history, a woman is taking a turn as assistant director.
- [Fired Up About Conservation: Prescribed Burns at Boyd Hill](https://northeastjournal.org/fired-up-about-conservation-prescribed-burns-at-boyd-hill/) - Carefully coordinated, prescribed fire is absolutely critical for maintaining the health of the city's natural refuge.
- [The Most Good, Through the Holidays and Year Round](https://northeastjournal.org/the-most-good-through-the-holidays-and-year-round/) - Locally The Salvation Army offers a wide array of help, from disaster assistance to recovery programs, family shelters, food drives and much more.
- [Check Out WADA’s New Arts & Culture Map](https://northeastjournal.org/check-out-wadas-new-arts-culture-map/) - The Warehouse Arts District Association now has an interactive map and unified events calendar.
- [Love Thy Neighbor: Putting Art of Inclusion Back in the Streets](https://northeastjournal.org/love-thy-neighbor-putting-art-of-inclusion-back-in-the-streets/) - Love Thy Neighbor Project, is working to bring murals of empowerment and diversity to homes across Pinellas County.
- [City Beautiful Awards Highlight Local Resiliency](https://northeastjournal.org/city-beautiful-awards-highlight-local-resiliency/) - The ceremony honored the projects that make St. Pete shine, including remarkable work to make our city greener.
- [Celebrating Thanksgiving in St. Pete a Century Ago](https://northeastjournal.org/celebrating-thanksgiving-in-st-pete-a-century-ago/) - Will Micheals gives us a snapshot of the city in 1925, when turkeys went for 60 cents a pound.
- [Rebranding HONNA: The New Look of the Old Northeast](https://northeastjournal.org/rebranding-honna-the-new-look-of-the-old-northeast/) - Take a sneak peek at the Historic Old Northeast Neighborhood Association's new branding.
- [New Lessons From the Past: Florida Holocaust Museum Debuts Renovation](https://northeastjournal.org/new-lessons-from-the-past-florida-holocaust-museum-debuts-renovation/) - As the adage goes, history repeats itself. But one St. Petersburg museum is intent on ensuring that never happens. In their own words, the Florida Holocaust Museum (FHM) “honors the memory of millions of innocent men, women, and children who suffered or died in the Holocaust. The museum is dedicated to teaching people of all
- [New Executive Director for St. Pete Arts Alliance is Ready to Move](https://northeastjournal.org/new-executive-director-for-st-pete-arts-alliance-is-ready-to-move/) - Appointed in August, this spry, energetic woman says she's thrilled to take the helm of the pivotal organization.
- [Happy Little Painters: Bob Ross-Inspired Art for Mental Health ](https://northeastjournal.org/happy-little-painters-bob-ross-inspired-art-for-mental-health/) - Healthy St. Pete's pilot program “Pelican Painters” is part of a total wellness initiative, with a focus on mental health.
- [Spontaneous Combustion? The Curious Case of Mary Reeser ](https://northeastjournal.org/spontaneous-combustion-the-curious-case-of-mary-reeser/) - In 1951, a St. Petersburg woman went up in flames – but almost nothing else burned.
- [It’s Giving Gallery: Local Artists Show the Love in Surprising Spaces](https://northeastjournal.org/its-giving-gallery-local-artists-show-the-love-in-surprising-spaces/) - Who gives starting artists a shot to show their work? In many cases, it's other artists.
- [A Sweet Friend Indeed: Help for Kids Who Need it Most](https://northeastjournal.org/a-sweet-friend-indeed-help-for-kids-who-need-it-most/) - A desire to help kids in need motivated Asianna Lotito to found The Sweet Friend in 2023.
- [Champion of Local Business Makes Citizenship Official](https://northeastjournal.org/champion-of-local-business-makes-citizenship-official/) - Founder of LocalShops1 and St. Pete’s Shopapalooza festival Ester Venouziou became a US citizen after years of service to her community.
- [Long Live Dead Canary, St. Pete’s New Theatre Company](https://northeastjournal.org/long-live-dead-canary-st-petes-new-theatre-company/) - The resident theater company at Studio@620, Dead Canary plans to stage smaller productions with impactful messages.
- [Palladium Celebrates Historic Skinner Organ and Its Second Act ](https://northeastjournal.org/palladium-celebrates-historic-skinner-organ-and-its-second-act/) - Organists and fans give the Palladium's resident historic instrument a worthy send-off.
- [Storm-Proofing the Future: How Do We Pay for Flood Control?](https://northeastjournal.org/storm-proofing-the-future-how-do-we-pay-for-flood-control/) - There's agreement that the City of St. Pete needs to develop its flood-control infrastructure, but paying for it is another story.
- [Hot Temps, Cool Art at the Coliseum](https://northeastjournal.org/hot-temps-cool-art-at-the-coliseum/) - Cool Art started in 1988, when artists gathered after a rainy, poor-performing outdoor show. Now it's bigger than ever.
- [Adopt-a-Drain: The Civic Duty You’ve Never Heard Of](https://northeastjournal.org/adopt-a-drain-the-civic-duty-youve-never-heard-of/) - Clear clogged storm drains can help to alleviate flooding during storms.
- [Setting Sail for STEM: Empowering Future Oceanographers ](https://northeastjournal.org/setting-sail-for-stem-empowering-future-oceanographers/) - An oceanography camp run by the USF College of Marine Science guides young women towards the waters of scientific exploration.
- [Reading Into the State of the Word](https://northeastjournal.org/reading-into-the-state-of-the-word/) - The fourth annual St. Petersburg Press Literary Event celebrated the Bay area's literary scene.
- [North Shore Park Seagrass Restoration Project in the Green](https://northeastjournal.org/north-shore-park-seagrass-restoration-project-in-the-green/) - In 2025, the City of St. Petersburg will be restoring 32 acres of seagrass habitat near the entrance to Coffee Pot Bayou.
- [Dogs by Day, Cleanup by Night: ONE Couple Find Their Joy](https://northeastjournal.org/dogs-by-day-cleanup-by-night-one-couple-find-their-joy/) - Read about how one Old Northeast couple is living, working, and cleaning up in the neighborhood they love.
- [Janice James: The Watercolor Artist Who Captured St. Petersburg](https://northeastjournal.org/janice-james-the-watercolor-artist-who-captured-st-petersburg/) - When artist Janice James died in October 2022, her family found a treasure trove of her gorgeous watercolors. Snell Isle resident and Frame Station Gallery owner, Zack Walzer, will tell you, “It was almost like magic that the Janice James Gallery Night happened. “My son was working in the gallery for summer college volunteer credits and
- [Making History: Rui Farias Talks Exhibits and More at SPMOH](https://northeastjournal.org/making-history-rui-farias-talks-exhibits-and-more-at-spmoh/) - Since 1922, the St. Petersburg Museum of History has been collecting both rare and common materials relating to life in Florida, specifically St. Pete and the Pinellas peninsula. Today, the collections contain over 40,000 objects and over 25,000 photographs, books, maps, and other ephemera in the archives. Executive Director Rui Farias recently talked to us
- [Surgeon Turned Author Revels in Retirement](https://northeastjournal.org/surgeon-turned-author-revels-in-st-pete-retirement/) - Harvard graduate and Yale Medical School-trained doctor Carlos Garcia Saul enjoyed a 25-year career as a head and neck surgeon. Now retired, he’s living the dream in a waterfront home in the beautiful Old Northeast and beginning his second act as author of his first published novel, Caravan of Specters. The book is a mystery torn
- [Creative Pinellas Helps Local Arts with Hurricane Relief](https://northeastjournal.org/creative-pinellas-helps-local-arts-with-hurricane-relief/) - “When there's a hurricane coming, everything just kind of stops. You put all your focus and energy into securing your home and facing that possibility that everything could be lost. When you have to face that possibility, it's a mental damper on the creative flow.” Last fall, artist and Old Northeast resident Elizabeth Barenis, a
- [Hidden Gems in Full Bloom: HONNA Garden Tour Returns](https://northeastjournal.org/hidden-gems-in-full-bloom-honna-garden-tour-returns/) - It’s the Old Northeast’s best-kept secret that’s not really a secret. The Historic Old Northeast Neighborhood Association’s (HONNA) Garden Tour was a smash from its start in 2023, when it sold out its 500 tickets almost immediately. This year’s tour on Saturday, April 12, from 11 am to 3 pm, returns to its popular roots
- [St. Pete Celebrates Babe Ruth Day!](https://northeastjournal.org/st-pete-celebrates-babe-ruth-day/) - Babe Ruth Day and the centennial of Ruth’s first year of spring training in St. Petersburg was celebrated with great gusto last month. George Herman “Babe” Ruth, Jr. played baseball during spring training in St. Pete with the New York Yankees from 1925 to 1934, and again with the Boston Braves in 1935. Festivities began
- [New Living Shoreline Exhibit Brings the Bay to Life](https://northeastjournal.org/new-living-shoreline-exhibit-brings-the-bay-to-life/) - For over thirty years, Tampa Bay Watch has served as stewards of the watershed, dedicated to the conservation and restoration of our local marine and wetland environments. As important to their mission as the projects they spearhead is education and outreach – and since 2020, the Tampa Bay estuary has had an immersive, interactive advocate in
- [Suntan Art Center: New Home and Vibrant Offerings ](https://northeastjournal.org/suntan-art-center-new-home-vibrant-offerings/) - Since its completion in the late 1920s, the Don Vista building has been many different things. It began as a temporary residence for Thomas Rowe, who oversaw the building of the Don CeSar, then became its administrative offices and bank. When the US Army took over the site during WWII, it transformed into offices for doctors. It
- [Historic St. Petersburg Woman’s Club Celebrates Re-Opening ](https://northeastjournal.org/historic-st-petersburg-womans-club-celebrates-re-opening/) - As was the case for so many others in our community, Hurricane Helene showed no mercy to the St. Petersburg Woman’s Club. This 112-year-old historic landmark in Snell Isle suffered damage that had devastating effects on the club. Flood waters rose over two feet throughout the lower level of the building destroying floors, carpets, cabinetry,
- [The Thrill of Nesting: Local Birders Follow Osprey Saga](https://northeastjournal.org/the-thrill-of-nesting-local-birders-follow-osprey-saga/) - It all started in 2016, when the two lovebirds attempted to build their first nest atop the Achieva Credit Union off 4th Street.
- [Exploring St. Petersburg’s Civil Rights History](https://northeastjournal.org/exploring-st-petersburgs-civil-rights-history/) - As St. Pete grows, so does the interest in our culture and history. Currently, there are many popular and informative tours of downtown and beyond, but only one examines one of the most important times in our city’s history: Civil Rights Era. The St. Petersburg Museum of History’s Historic Civil Rights Trolley Tour invites passengers
- [Charles E. Schuh: Former Mayor and Environmental Champion](https://northeastjournal.org/charles-e-schuh-former-mayor-and-environmental-champion/) - In government and as an activist, Schuh played a big role in preserving and defining our city's historic waterfront.
- [Local Group is a Dream Come True for Sick Children and Their Families](https://northeastjournal.org/local-group-is-a-dream-come-true-for-sick-children-and-their-families/) - Swimming with dolphins or seeing snow for the first time, meeting Taylor Swift or having a superhero bedroom makeover – these are just a few of the dreams a team out of St. Petersburg regularly makes happen for children with life-threatening illnesses. For more than four decades, the Children’s Dream Fund has been making dreams
- [Pet Rescue Partners Step in During Storms](https://northeastjournal.org/pet-rescue-partners-step-in-during-storms/) - When back-to-back hurricanes hit, the county worked with private rescues to help some of the most vulnerable pets.
- [Snell Isle Resident is Lawyer by Day, Novelist by Night](https://northeastjournal.org/snell-isle-resident-is-lawyer-by-day-novelist-by-night/) - St. Pete author and attorney Howard Pollack pulls his inspiration from true crime for his grisly fiction.
- [Big Hearts Abound at Suncoast Voices for Children](https://northeastjournal.org/big-hearts-abound-at-suncoast-voices-for-children/) - Meet Kari Mainelli, a tireless volunteer for Suncoast Voices for Children.
- [Getting to Know Florida’s Winter Wonderland Wildlife](https://northeastjournal.org/getting-to-know-floridas-winter-wonderland-wildlife/) - Winter brings its share of wildlife glories to St. Petersburg. Between the graceful American white pelican and the charmingly chunky Florida manatee, larger-than-life species send us flocking to local waterways to catch a glimpse. But winter is also a great time to get to know some of the critters in your own backyard and to
- [Making the Arts Connection at First Presbyterian](https://northeastjournal.org/making-the-arts-connection-at-first-presbyterian/) - Organizers hope to inspire the community and show that art is "more than hanging pretty pictures on a wall.”
- [Snell Isle Church Mobilizes Big Effort for Hurricane Outreach](https://northeastjournal.org/snell-isle-church-mobilizes-big-effort-for-hurricane-outreach/) - When the hurricanes hit, St. Raphael Catholic Church on Snell Isle was one of the first to get out and help the community.
- [St. Pete Couple Showcase Their Roots in Art and Fashion](https://northeastjournal.org/st-peter-couple-showcase-their-roots-in-art-and-fashion/) - The creative minds behind EnnYe on Beach Drive were recently invited to showcase their designs at New York Fashion Week.
- [After the Storms, Artists Help Their Community Recover ](https://northeastjournal.org/4725-2/) - When back-to-back hurricanes hit St. Pete, artists in the community were there for each other.
- [Ruth’s Grandson Throws First Pitch for Centennial of the Babe in St. Pete](https://northeastjournal.org/ruths-grandson-throws-first-pitch-for-centennial-of-the-babe-in-st-pete/) - Babe Ruth's legend lives on all over St. Pete. This year marks 100 years since he first visited the city.
- [Meet Klaudio Rodriguez, New Executive Director of the MFA](https://northeastjournal.org/meet-klaudio-rodriguez-new-executive-director-of-the-mfa/) - New MFA Executive Director Klaudio Rodriguez brings lots of museum experience to the role, from registration to research, curatorial to director.
- [Local Historian Debuts St. Pete Walking-Tour Book](https://northeastjournal.org/local-historian-debuts-st-pete-walking-tour-book/) - St. Pete historian, educator, marathon-runner and mom, Monica Kile, adds tour-book author to her resume.
- [Weathering the Storms, Together](https://northeastjournal.org/weathering-the-storms-together/) - Editor Shelly Wilson reflects on the impact of Helene and Milton, including resources to give and get help.
- [Learning from History: A Look Back at the Hurricane of 1921](https://northeastjournal.org/learning-from-history-a-look-back-at-the-hurricane-of-1921/) - As the Bay Area recovers from Helene and Milton, we take a look at the last storm to have major impact here.
- [Shopapalooza Helps Small Business and Kids](https://northeastjournal.org/shopapalooza-helps-small-business-and-kids/) - Looking for gifts and a way to help the community? Don't miss Shopapalooza!
- [SoUL: Restoring St. Pete’s Urban Lakes](https://northeastjournal.org/soul-restoring-st-petes-urban-lakes/) - Everyday heroes are working to improve some of our most beloved outdoor spaces.
- [Tropical Storm Debby Tests City’s Flood Planning](https://northeastjournal.org/tropical-storm-debby-tests-citys-flood-planning/) - Debby proved an early test for St. Pete, which went on to experience record flooding in September.
- [Revisiting Old Haunts: Supernatural St. Pete](https://northeastjournal.org/revisiting-old-haunts-supernatural-st-pete/) - In honor of spooky season and 20 years of the NEJ, we take a look back at some of our favorite haunted places.
- [Readers Share Their Favorite Things About Where They Live ](https://northeastjournal.org/readers-share-their-favorite-things-about-where-they-live/) - In honor of 20 years of community stories, we asked readers to share their favorite things about living here.
- [Woman Books Flight, Makes History](https://northeastjournal.org/woman-books-flight-makes-history/) - This being an anniversary issue, we’ve got one more to mention. This year marks the first time a woman took a scheduled flight, 110 years ago, right here in St. Pete. Sound easy? Take a look at that plane and spare a thought for how daring she truly was. The local news seemed to think
- [Ready to Shuffle for Former Foster Youth ](https://northeastjournal.org/ready-to-shuffle-for-former-foster-youth/) - St Pete Shuffle hosts a benefit for Ready for Life, a skill center that supports former foster care youth November 7.
- [Championing Social Justice with a Side of Humor](https://northeastjournal.org/championing-social-justice-with-a-side-of-humor/) - Rev. Ben Atherton-Zeman has been speaking out about violence against women for over 30 years.
- [Local Indie Bookstores Share the Love](https://northeastjournal.org/local-indie-bookstores-share-the-love/) - Michelle Jenquin is the third-generation owner of Wilson’s Book World on 16th Street North. When the grandaddy of independent bookstores in St. Petersburg, Haslam’s, closed its doors at the start of the pandemic, no one thought it would be forever. A staple for local readers since the Great Depression, Haslam’s current 30,000- square-foot building is
- [Northeast Journal Celebrates 20 Years of Delivering “Good News”](https://northeastjournal.org/northeast-journal-celebrates-20-years-of-delivering-good-news/) - This fall, the NEJ celebrates two decades of stories that make St. Pete such a special place.
- [Meet the Guild Helping to Keep Local Opera Alive ](https://northeastjournal.org/meet-the-guild-helping-to-keep-local-opera-alive/) - The St. Pete Opera Guild is on a mission to show the world that opera is for everyone.
- [Passion for the Game: Meet Local Volleyball Star Amber Bennett ](https://northeastjournal.org/passion-for-the-game-meet-local-volleyball-star-amber-bennett/) - Local volleyball star has a ball at the beach while selling the dream in St. Pete.
- [Liquid to Land: Boat Tour Celebrates History and Nature](https://northeastjournal.org/liquid-to-land-boat-tour-celebrates-history-and-nature/) - The history museum's new boat tour gives you a taste of St. Pete's past with a hint of salt.
- [HONNA President Works to Promote, Preserve, and Protect](https://northeastjournal.org/honna-president-works-to-promote-preserve-and-protect/) - The NEJ catches up with Nick Bell, HONNA president, on his plans for the neighborhood and why getting involved in your community matters.
- [Green Light: St. Pete’s Art House Theater Mixes It Up](https://northeastjournal.org/green-light-st-petes-art-house-theater-mixes-it-up/) - St. Pete's only independent movie theater is brining curated films and cultural events to the 'Burg.
- [Inspired by the Mission: Hundreds Help Paint Community Mural](https://northeastjournal.org/inspired-by-the-mission-hundreds-help-paint-community-mural/) - A new community mural highlights the Gulf Coast Jewish Family and Community Services' mission of compassion.
- [Halley’s Comet 1910 Visit Stirs Up St. Pete](https://northeastjournal.org/halleys-comet-1910-visit-stirs-up-st-pete/) - Historian Will Michaels takes look at the surprising impact of Haley's comet in St. Pete in 1910.
- [Historic Preservation Has Positive Impact on Local Economy](https://northeastjournal.org/historic-preservation-has-positive-impact-on-local-economy/) - A new study commissioned by Preserve the 'Burg highlights the importance of historic preservation for affordable housing.
- [‘Super Cool’ Things at St. Pete Sunday Market](https://northeastjournal.org/super-cool-things-at-st-pete-sunday-market/) - As Father’s Day approaches, there’s a unique market experience where you might just find that perfect gift and more: the St. Pete Sunday Market in the Warehouse Arts District. The event is the brainchild of Kody Roussert and Soudabah Moayedi, founders of St. Pete is Super Cool, which showcases the best things around town. “Every local
- [Fire in the Belly: The Power of Dance](https://northeastjournal.org/fire-in-the-belly-the-power-of-dance/) - When Johanna Zenobia first found her passion in belly dancing, she had no idea the community would become her lifeline.
- [Remembering the Art of the ‘Bird Lady’ of St. Pete ](https://northeastjournal.org/remembering-the-art-of-esther-wright-bird-lady-of-st-petersburg/) - Some may know her for her tireless efforts for animals, but Ester Wright was also a talented artist.
- [Mistaken Identity of the Avian Kind](https://northeastjournal.org/mistaken-identity-of-the-avian-kind/) - Do you know the difference between a cormorant and an anhinga?
- [Meet ONE’s Tuba-Playing Renaissance Man ](https://northeastjournal.org/meet-ones-tuba-playing-renaissance-man/) - Gary deBroekert proves it's never too late, taking up the tuba, watercolor, gardening, and more after retirement.
- [Radio St. Pete Thrives Downtown](https://northeastjournal.org/radio-st-pete-thrives-downtown/) - For over 10 years those in the know have been grooving to beat of homegrown songwriters, programs, podcasts, and more on Radio St. Pete.
- [Chief E. Wilson Purdy: A Life of Service](https://northeastjournal.org/chief-e-wilson-purdy-a-life-of-service/) - Chief Purdy reformed, expanded, and modernized the department through the beginnings of the Civil Rights era.
- [Local Animal Rescue Gets Squirrelly](https://northeastjournal.org/local-animal-rescue-gets-squirrelly/) - St. Pete animal rescue Squirrelly AF reminds us that these small creatures play a big role in our environment.
- [Spring is Blossoming at the MFA](https://northeastjournal.org/spring-is-blossoming-at-the-mfa/) - Spring is springing, which means it's time for the annual Art in Bloom event at the Museum of Fine Arts.
- [Old Northeast Cressy House Gets Historic Designation](https://northeastjournal.org/old-northeast-cressy-house-gets-historic-designation/) - The home is the "sister" of the neighborhood's Sargent House, also designed by architect Edgar Ferdon.
- [Have You Found a Warbleson? ](https://northeastjournal.org/have-you-found-a-warbleson/) - The hunt is back on for the bronze bird sculptures that pepper Beach Blvd and beyond.
- [Louis Armstrong’s Daughter Stirs Audience with Powerful Film](https://northeastjournal.org/louis-armstrongs-daughter-stirs-audience-with-powerful-film/) - A still from the movie Little Satchmo. Courtesy of John Alexander. On January 30, a sold-out crowd at Studio@620 had the rare pleasure of screening the acclaimed PBS film Little Satchmo, followed by a talk with the film’s subject and star, Louis Armstrong’s “secret” daughter, Sharon Preston-Folta. Green Book of Tampa Bay and the Woodson African
- [Old Boats Give New Life to a Worthy Cause](https://northeastjournal.org/old-boats-give-new-life-to-a-worthy-cause/) - The St. Petersburg Classic Regatta is a beloved tradition that is about more than sailing – it's about giving back.
- [Native Plants: Finding the ‘Real’ Florida in Your Yard](https://northeastjournal.org/native-plants-finding-the-real-florida-in-your-yard/) - Reestablishing native plants in our landscapes can help repair Florida’s damaged ecosystems.
- [Women in Tech Group Expands Horizons in St. Pete](https://northeastjournal.org/women-in-tech-group-expands-horizons-in-st-pete/) - Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship spreads their networking, support, and mentorship mission across the bay.
- [Harvey’s 4th Street Grill: St. Pete Time Capsule Celebrates 40 Years](https://northeastjournal.org/harveys-4th-street-grill-st-pete-time-capsule-celebrates-40-years/) - Without a large or flashing sign, Harvey’s 4th Street Grill might go overlooked by a tourist, but for locals, this cozy restaurant has long been a popular gathering spot for co-workers, friends, and family. Nestled in the corner of an otherwise ordinary shopping center, you know you’ve found it when you see the green awning
- [History Repeats at Albert Whitted Airport](https://northeastjournal.org/history-repeats-at-albert-whitted-airport/) - Albert Whitted Airport has a long, and sometimes contentious, history on St. Pete's waterfront.
- [Determined Hopefulness: Old Northeast Rallies Around Neighbor](https://northeastjournal.org/determined-hopefulness-old-northeast-rallies-around-neighbor/) - When an Old Northeast resident faced a daunting diagnosis, friends and neighbors stepped in to help.
- [Bob Preston: The Legend Who Photographed Our City’s ‘Golden Era’](https://northeastjournal.org/bob-preston-the-legend-who-photographed-our-citys-golden-era/) - From murder scenes to duck crossings, Bob Preston captured 20th century life in St. Petersburg.
- [Met the 7th-Generation Floridian Saving Our Wild Spaces](https://northeastjournal.org/met-the-7th-generation-floridian-saving-our-wild-spaces/) - Old Northeast resident Mallory Lykes Dimmitt wants to protect millions of acres of natural Florida from development.
- [Get Fit and More with St. Pete’s Healthiest Secret ](https://northeastjournal.org/get-fit-and-more-with-st-petes-healthiest-secret/) - Healthy St. Pete is a fun – and free – way to a healthier body and mind in the 'Burg.
- [Robin’s Relics Reborn as Art](https://northeastjournal.org/robins-relics-reborn-as-art/) - Elton John has one of the ‘Heeling Soles’ artistic shoes created by Robin Roth-Murphy in his Woodside Estate in England! Now that is quite a story, just one of many, about Robin and her specialized art that is created from found objects (mementos, keepsakes, souvenirs, relics, or “stuff” as Robin puts it). Old Northeast residents
- [Helping Abuse Survivors Through Yoga and More](https://northeastjournal.org/helping-abuse-survivors-through-yoga-and-more/) - Infinity, The League to Aid Abused Children and Adults, Inc. has been working to improve the lives of survivors of abuse in Pinellas County since 1980.
- [Amanda Cooper Looks Back on 25 Years at the Morean Arts Center](https://northeastjournal.org/amanda-cooper-looks-back-on-25-years-at-the-morean-arts-center/) - A familiar face about town, the Morean's Amanda Cooper has worked tirelessly with the local arts community and is the chief curator for the center.
- [Yard Oddities: Don’t Fear the (Virginia) Creeper](https://northeastjournal.org/yard-oddities-dont-fear-the-virginia-creeper/) - The Virginia Creeper is not invasive and it won't ruin your fence – but manage it wisely!
- [Local Pianist-Author Brings Divas to Life](https://northeastjournal.org/local-pianist-author-brings-divas-to-life/) - Chaim Freiberg puts his storied career as a pianist to work in his tales of divas and more.
- [Know Your Pelicans: The Locals and the Snowbirds](https://northeastjournal.org/know-your-pelicans-the-locals-and-the-snowbirds/) - You may think know our handsome local mascot, the brown pelican, but what about his big snowbird cousin?
- [Remembering Jessie Woods, St. Pete’s Daredevil in the Sky](https://northeastjournal.org/remembering-jessie-woods-st-petes-daredevil-in-the-sky/) - Jessie Woods, former Northeast resident, lived an adventurous life – much of it on the wing of an airplane, 2000 feet in the air.
- [Palladium Looks to Raise $10 Million for Renovations ](https://northeastjournal.org/palladium-looks-to-raise-10-million-for-renovations/) - The Northeast neighborhood icon is raising money for a much-needed seating and acoustic transformation.
- [As Shore Acres Rebuilds, a Community Learns and Grows](https://northeastjournal.org/shore-acres-rebuilds-a-community-learns-and-grows/) - Hurricane Idalia hist Shore Acres harder than most in Pinellas; residents have come together to learn and rebuild stronger.
- [Shopapalooza Festival Comes to Vinoy Park Thanksgiving Weekend](https://northeastjournal.org/shopapalooza-festival-comes-to-vinoy-park-thanksgiving-weekend/) - 'Tis the season to support local business! Don't miss one of the largest Small Business Weekend events in the country right here in St. Pete.
- [Meet Chelsea Gallo, Florida Orchestra’s New Resident Conductor](https://northeastjournal.org/meet-chelsea-gallo-florida-orchestras-new-resident-conductor/) - Gallo's list of accomplishments is long and all the more impressive when you find out being a conductor wasn't her first career plan.
- [St. Pete’s Historic Cemeteries and a Time for Reconciliation ](https://northeastjournal.org/st-petes-historic-cemeteries-and-a-time-for-reconciliation/) - Redevelopment at Tropicana Field puts new focus on the upending of historically Black neighborhoods and cemeteries.
- [St. Pete Gets Ready to SHINE](https://northeastjournal.org/st-pete-gets-ready-to-shine/) - This weekend's SHINE Mural Festival has added nearly 150 murals across the city and shows no sign of slowing down.
- [The Sounds of Ukraine in St. Pete](https://northeastjournal.org/the-sounds-of-ukraine-in-st-pete/) - A group of 30 female musicians flew from Ukraine to Tampa for a tour to raise money for causes in Ukraine.
- [Florida Bats Make Great Neighbors](https://northeastjournal.org/florida-bats-make-great-neighbors/) - Bats get a terrible rap, but they can eat hundreds of bugs out of your back yard every night.
- [‘Rise Early, Get to Work’: The Extraordinary Activism of Katherine Bell Tippetts](https://northeastjournal.org/rise-early-get-to-work-the-extraordinary-activism-of-katherine-bell-tippetts/) - All of Florida – and her birds – can be grateful for the tireless work of St. Pete's Katherine Tippetts.
- [New Mural Brightens Up Historic Whispering Waters Condo](https://northeastjournal.org/new-mural-brightens-up-historic-whispering-waters-condo/) - The 15-foot-tall pelican in brilliant shades of purple, blue, and yellow has been dubbed "Paulie."
- [A Tale of Two Wheels](https://northeastjournal.org/a-tale-of-two-wheels/) - Thinking about an e-bike? Sam Bond Richman takes us on the adventure of finding just the right wheels.
- [Yard Oddities in Old Northeast: Imperial Bromeliad](https://northeastjournal.org/yard-oddities-in-old-northeast-imperial-bromeliad/) - You might pay off a 30-year mortgage and never see the awesome display that is the Imperial Bromeliad's bloom.
- [Sunlit After Dark Celebrates St. Pete’s Literary Scene](https://northeastjournal.org/sunlit-after-dark-celebrates-st-petes-literary-scene/) - The literary scene in St. Pete is alive with thriving booksellers, luminary writers, local press, and more.
- [Tom Jones Reclaims Perceptions of the Tribe](https://northeastjournal.org/tom-jones-reclaims-perceptions-of-the-tribe/) - Tom Jones: Here We Stand at the MFA explores the modern lives of Native Americans through the lens of one of the tribe
- ['Babe Ruth Slept Here' and Other Yankee Yarns](https://northeastjournal.org/babe-ruth-slept-here-and-other-yankee-yarns/) - The Old Northeast's homes are full of stories about when the Yankees came to town – some of them might even be true.
- [Old Northeast Banner Debuts for Neighborhood’s Oldest Homes ](https://northeastjournal.org/old-northeast-banner-debuts-for-neighborhoods-oldest-homes/) - This summer, you may see a new flag flying in the Old Northeast – a marker of the area's oldest homes.
- [Rocking Around the 'Burg](https://northeastjournal.org/rocking-around-the-burg/) - Found a colorfully painted stone in the park? It might be part of a whole rockin' movement: St Pete Rocks.
- [Exploring St. Pete’s Jewish History, Part 2 ](https://northeastjournal.org/exploring-st-petes-jewish-history-part-2/) - Part 2 of our look at the city's first Jewish families sheds more light on their challenges and successes in St. Petersburg.
- [St. Pete Prepares with a New Stormwater Master Plan](https://northeastjournal.org/st-pete-prepares-with-a-new-stormwater-master-plan/) - As catastrophic weather events increase, the city of St. Pete looks at a new stormwater master plan.
- [Shore Acres, the Shortcut the Never Was, Turns 100](https://northeastjournal.org/shore-acres-the-shortcut-the-never-was-turns-100/) - For Shore Acres centennial, we take a look back at the history of the neighborhood that was almost a shortcut to Gandy.
- [Coffee Pot Date Palms May Rise Again](https://northeastjournal.org/coffee-pot-date-palms-may-rise-again/) - The city is looking into replacing the downed and missing date palms along Coffee Pot Bayou.
- [A St. Pete Shuffleboard Glow Up ](https://northeastjournal.org/a-st-pete-shuffleboard-glow-up/) - St. Pete Shuffle's courts recently when glow-in-the-dark with temporary paint that could make a comeback.
- [Mid-Century Vintage: Sunken Gardens' New Sign](https://northeastjournal.org/mid-century-vintage-sunken-gardens-new-sign/) - Sunken Gardens' new sign more closely resembles the original 1960 mid-century modern version.
- [Yard Oddities in Old Northeast: Golden Pothos](https://northeastjournal.org/yard-oddities-in-old-northeast-golden-pothos/) - Sometimes the most common plants can do amazing things. Jon Kile explores the secrets of the golden pothos.
- [Hit the Mitt Goes to Bat for Kids](https://northeastjournal.org/hit-the-mitt-goes-to-bat-for-kids/) - A Snell Isle mom is stepping up to the plate for youth baseball with Hit the Mitt to make the sport fun and accessible to more kids.
- [Sweet as HONNA: Old Northeast Honey](https://northeastjournal.org/sweet-as-honna-tasting-old-northeast-honey/) - What does it take to make HONNA honey? About 45,000 neighborhood bees.
- [The Evolution of St. Pete Pride, 20 Years Later](https://northeastjournal.org/the-evolution-of-st-pete-pride-20-years-later/) - St. Pete doesn't just throw a Pride parade, it celebrates all of June with LGBTQ+ events. But that wasn’t always the case.
- [The Unstoppable Katie Deits, CEO of Florida CraftArt](https://northeastjournal.org/the-unstoppable-katie-deits-ceo-of-florida-craftart/) - Florida CraftArt CEO Katie Deits works tirelessly to "bring the joy of art" to the people.
- [Exploring the Latest Vinoy Renovations](https://northeastjournal.org/exploring-the-latest-vinoy-renovations/) - We take a peek at the newest Vinoy renovations and talk to owner Bryan Glazer about what's to come.
- [Changing the World, One Small Step at a Time](https://northeastjournal.org/changing-the-world-one-small-step-at-a-time/) - Meet the Old Northeast husband-and-wife team using their spirit of social activism for the greater good.
- [Exploring St. Pete’s Jewish History: Part 1](https://northeastjournal.org/exploring-st-petes-jewish-history-part-1/) - St. Pete's earliest Jewish residents overcame adversity and antisemitism to help build the culture and economy of the city.
- [The Magical World of Creative Arts Unlimited](https://northeastjournal.org/the-magical-world-of-creative-arts-unlimited/) - The jaw-dropping work of Creative Arts Unlimited enthralls all who see it in the museums, theme parks, and more.
- [Robbie Robison: St. Petersburg’s Second 'Mr. Baseball'](https://northeastjournal.org/robbie-robison-st-petersburgs-second-mr-baseball/) - St. Petersburg has a long baseball history, but owes part of that to the efforts of one Robbie Robison.
- [Crescent Lake and
Coffee Pot Bayou’s Manatees](https://northeastjournal.org/crescent-lake-and-coffee-pot-bayous-manatees/) - Why do manatees love Coffee Pot Bayou? We find out!
- [Old Northeast Resident Makes Teacher of the Year Finals](https://northeastjournal.org/old-northeast-resident-makes-teacher-of-the-year-finals/) - Just 10 teachers are finalists for Pinellas Teacher of the Year. This year, one of them is Old Northeast resident Dana Ingebretsen.
- [Arthritis Foundation to Hold Inaugural 'Soiree by the Bay' Event](https://northeastjournal.org/arthritis-foundation-to-hold-inaugural-soiree-by-the-bay-event/) - The local chapter of the Arthritis Foundation holds its inaugural "Soiree by the Bay" event in Snell Isle on April 15.
- [SHINE Lights the Way Through Medicare and More](https://northeastjournal.org/shine-lights-the-way-through-medicare-and-more/) - Do you find Medicare confusing? You’re not alone. For many seniors, Medicare and health insurance information can be a maze. Sometimes, you just need a friend to help.
- [Yard Oddities in Old Northeast: Staghorns and Elkhorns](https://northeastjournal.org/yard-oddities-in-old-northeast-staghorns-and-elkhorns/) - A staghorn fern in your yard guarantees compliments and conversation. But is it really an elkhorn?
- [American Stage Goes Big with Ragtime in the Park](https://northeastjournal.org/american-stage-goes-big-with-ragtime-in-the-park/) - April 12, Demen’s Landing will come alive for opening night of Ragtime, the Musical, American Stage's largest park show yet.
- [Old Northeast Resident Hits the Self-Care Sweet Spot Through Travel](https://northeastjournal.org/old-northeast-resident-hits-the-self-care-sweet-spot-through-travel/) - In 2014, while teaching school, Carol Poulson had a sudden realization: “I need to get on an airplane and go somewhere.”
- [Williams Park Bandshell Poised to Get Much-Needed Renovation](https://northeastjournal.org/williams-park-bandshell-poised-to-get-much-needed-renovation/) - The city of St. Pete aims for Williams Park and its iconic bandshell will be preserved for future generations.
- [Coming to America: A Success Story](https://northeastjournal.org/coming-to-america-a-success-story/) - ESOL teacher Lynn Lotkowictz checks in on students Deris and Gabriel Fernandez who came from Venezuela four years ago.
- [Nature Preserved: Heart and History at Boyd Hill](https://northeastjournal.org/nature-preserved-heart-and-history-at-boyd-hill/) - Thanks to progressive city planners, Boyd Hill Nature Park is a 245-acre oasis in Florida's most densely populated county.
- [How Pollinator Plants Help Us All ](https://northeastjournal.org/pollinator-power-plants-to-bring-the-bees/) - Pollinator-friendly yards not only look beautiful, they can also help combat climate change.
- [Something to Reflect: The Birth of Historic Preservation in St. Pete](https://northeastjournal.org/something-to-reflect-the-birth-of-historic-preservation-in-st-pete/) - How preservation of the Vinoy accidentally led to the preservation of many other historic places throughout St. Pete.
- [Folk Art: A Love Story](https://northeastjournal.org/folk-art-a-love-story/) - Old Northeast residents Emily Kleine and Tash Elwyn have been collecting folk art for 30 years.
- [Art for the New Year](https://northeastjournal.org/art-for-the-new-year/) - Take a look at some of the new and original art to discover in St. Pete in the new year.
- [Will Michaels Honored by the Tony Jannus Society](https://northeastjournal.org/will-michaels-honored-by-the-tony-jannus-society/) - The Northeast Journal’s longtime contributor and resident historian, Will Michaels, was honored by the Tony Jannus Society.
- [Yard Oddities in Old Northeast: Ferns & Touch-Me-Nots](https://northeastjournal.org/yard-oddities-in-old-northeast-ferns-touch-me-nots/) - Some Old Northeast plants might surprise you from one day to the next – or even one moment to the next.
- [Inside and Underneath the Historic Home of Rachel and David Wein](https://northeastjournal.org/inside-and-underneath-the-historic-home-of-rachel-and-david-wein/) - David and Rachel Wein live in the home built by George and Eula Turner, founders of Sunken Gardens.
- [Family Ties: Studio Grand Central Brings It Home](https://northeastjournal.org/family-ties-studio-grand-central-brings-it-home/) - Studio Grand Central could be considered a little theater, but “intimate” and “engaging” are better descriptions for this unique venue.
- [Remembering St. Pete’s Long-Lost Trolleys](https://northeastjournal.org/remembering-st-petes-long-lost-trolleys/) - As the city lauds the early success of the SunRunner, Monica Kile takes a look back at St. Pete's early streetcars.
- [Living Color: Celebrating Murals in the Northeast ](https://northeastjournal.org/living-color-celebrating-murals-in-the-northeast/) - The Historic Old Northeast and nearby neighborhoods are becoming more colorful every day, as murals pop up on walls and in unexpected places.
- [History Comes Alive at Sunken Gardens](https://northeastjournal.org/history-comes-alive-at-sunken-gardens/) - Sunken Gardens opened a new History Center showcasing the attraction’s interesting and quirky story.
- [Wayne Atherholt: The Man Who Helped Make St. Pete an Arts Destination](https://northeastjournal.org/wayne-atherholt-the-man-who-helped-make-st-pete-an-arts-destination/) - St. Petersburg is a city of the arts thanks, in part, to the long-term efforts of one man: Wayne Atherholt.
- [Ball in the Family](https://northeastjournal.org/ball-in-the-family/) - What started as a way to have fun in the pandemic turned into a team with championship potential.
- [Helping Immigrants in a Nicer Florida](https://northeastjournal.org/helping-immigrants-in-a-nicer-florida/) - NicerFL takes a creative approach to helping immigrants integrate into our culture.
- [Prix Preview: Something for Everyone at St. Pete’s Biggest Race](https://northeastjournal.org/prix-preview-something-for-everyone-at-st-petes-biggest-race/) - Spring means it’s time for the Firestone St. Petersburg Grand Prix. This year’s racing and events are March 3-5.
- [No Car, No Problem: Getting Around Is Getting Easier ](https://northeastjournal.org/no-car-no-problem-getting-around-is-getting-easier/) - Getting around the bay area without a car keeps getting more interesting.
- [Our Piers Through the Years: Celebrating a City Landmark](https://northeastjournal.org/our-piers-through-the-years-celebrating-a-city-landmark/) - Historian Will Michaels takes a look at the myriad piers that have called St. Petersburg home.
- [Gloria Muñoz is St. Pete’s New Poet Laureate](https://northeastjournal.org/gloria-munoz-is-st-petes-new-poet-laureate/) - Muñoz is a poet, teacher, lyricist, and all-around multi-genre writer who has garnered an impressive roster of local and national grants, fellowships, and awards.
- [St. Pete Pier Wins Global Award for Excellence](https://northeastjournal.org/st-pete-pier-wins-global-award-for-excellence/) - In October, the St. Pete Pier was one of six winners of the Urban Land Institute’s 2022 Global Awards for Excellence
- ['Tis the Season for Art!](https://northeastjournal.org/tis-the-season-for-art/) - Though sadly First Night St. Petersburg has been cancelled, there are still plenty of creative seasonal events to go around.
- [Voices of Hope for Aphasia Celebrates Ten Years](https://northeastjournal.org/voices-of-hope-for-aphasia-celebrates-ten-years/) - It is estimated that the number of people living with aphasia in Tampa Bay could populate the entire Old Northeast Neighborhood.
- [Hey, What’s That? The Beauty of the Beautyberry](https://northeastjournal.org/hey-whats-that-the-beauty-of-the-beautyberry/) - The beautyberry is downright magical in that it’s not only safe to eat, it’ll keep the mosquitoes away.
- [MIZE Gallery: Good Things Come to an End](https://northeastjournal.org/mize-gallery-good-things-come-to-an-end/) - Chad Mize, a St. Petersburg artist known for his punchy graphics and mural work, is closing the locally renowned MIZE Gallery this December.
- [Local Faces Make Coffee Pot Turkey Trot Special](https://northeastjournal.org/local-faces-make-coffee-pot-turkey-trot-special/) - The Coffee Pot Turkey Trot 5K is back for its sixth year, and with it comes the energy and excitement of several thousand runners and walkers on our neighborhood streets on Thanksgiving morning. Produced by North Shore Elementary and sponsored by local realtors Kirby Bryan and Georgia Janas of Northstar Realty, the 5K race is
- [Peter Belmont: The Key to Keeping St. Pete Special](https://northeastjournal.org/peter-belmont-the-key-keeping-st-pete-special/) - You may not be personally familiar with Peter Belmont, but chances are you’ve come across the fruits of his 40 years of volunteer labor in St. Petersburg. Have you ever attended Movies in the Park? Or taken a walking tour with Preserve the ‘Burg? Maybe you’ve shopped in the Crislip Arcade or sipped a drink
- [Hurricane Ian Brings Out the Best in Neighbors](https://northeastjournal.org/hurricane-ian-brings-out-the-best-in-neighbors/) - It was a dark and stormy night when Ian came to town. High winds of 75 mph and rain gusts buffeted the Bay area, after laying to communities in the southwest. Wednesday night, September 28, was a long one for those who chose to stay put, many in light of the adjusted forecast slightly shifting
- [Safer Sun: One Company's Mission to Protect Skin](https://northeastjournal.org/safer-sun-one-companys-mission-to-protect-skin/) - The holidays bring about a sense of community. In sunny St. Petersburg, we are fortunate to have just that: a local region of small businesses, the arts, and localized charities that allow residents to connect with one another. This is well exemplified by ShapeShifter Fish and Friends, a small business with ties to Coffee Pot
- [Meet Your New School Superintendent Kevin Hendrick](https://northeastjournal.org/meet-your-new-school-superintendent-kevin-hendrick/) - When former Superintendent Michael Grego retired after ten years on the job, the Pinellas County School District didn’t have to look far for his replacement. New Superintendent Kevin Hendrick has been a fixture in the school district for 25 years. Hendrick is a local. He grew up in Belleair and Largo, graduated from Largo High
- [Why 'The Colored Museum' is Important ](https://northeastjournal.org/why-the-colored-museum-is-important/) - The first few weeks of rehearsals for American Stage’s production of The Colored Museum were joyful, full of smiles and African-style beats from the drums of Malick Faye, a Senegal-born percussionist. But the script is a dark one, full of hyperbole and racial stereotypes designed to make the audience feel uncomfortable. George C. Wolfe’s The Colored Museum is made up
- [Empowering People Through the Magic of Sailing](https://northeastjournal.org/empowering-people-through-the-magic-of-sailing/) - Ed Baird was 9, and Allison Jolly was 10 – two local kids looking for something to do on summer vacation – when their parents enrolled them in “learn to sail” lessons at the St. Petersburg Sailing Center. Both would go on to be superstars in the world of sailing. But at the time they
- [A Historic Couple: Jacqueline and Earl Cotman](https://northeastjournal.org/a-historic-couple-jacqueline-and-earl-cotman/) - Jacqueline Nickson Cotman and Dr. H. Earl Cotman are an amazing couple, gracing our city with their considerable talents and civic activities for many years. They arrived in St. Petersburg in 1981 from East Lansing, Michigan. Earl was invited to join the staff of Bayfront Hospital as a radiation oncologist after serving as assistant professor
- [The 'Pay What You Can' Bike Co-op](https://northeastjournal.org/the-pay-what-you-can-bike-co-op/) - The first rule of the St. Petersburg Bike Co-op: It’s not a bike shop. The co-op is open for anyone to come in and buy a bike or get a bike repair.
- [An Ode to St. Pete Summer](https://northeastjournal.org/an-ode-to-st-pete-summer/) - September 22 is the official end of summer. Take a look back at some of the fun in our fair city, from boating to bubbles, and bicycles to beachcombing.
- [Mastering Halloween in Old Northeast](https://northeastjournal.org/mastering-halloween-in-old-northeast/) - Halloween in Old Northeast is no joke. Writer and resident Jon Kile helps newcomers know what to expect.
- [Spirit of the Vinoy: A Historic Haunt](https://northeastjournal.org/spirit-of-the-vinoy-a-historic-haunt/) - The Vinoy Renaissance St. Petersburg Resort & Golf Club has a long history. But it may host more than tourists.
- [Virtual Dali: Waling through Art](https://northeastjournal.org/virtual-dali-waling-through-art/) - A certain Dalí piece exists not only as a painting at St. Pete’s Dalí Museum, but as a virtual reality experience.
- [Yard Oddities in Old Northeast: Brazilian Floss Tree](https://northeastjournal.org/yard-oddities-in-old-northeast-brazilian-floss-tree/) - Writer Jon Kile takes a look at unusual bits of the neighborhood, starting with the Brazilian floss tree.
- [Joshua Ginsberg Searches for Local Treasure](https://northeastjournal.org/joshua-ginsberg-searches-for-local-treasure/) - A man of mystery, Joshua Ginsberg's work delves deep in the strange or lesser-known bits of the Bay area.
- [Wilderness in Our Back Yard: Bird Island](https://northeastjournal.org/wilderness-in-our-back-yard-bird-island/) - Bird Island in Coffee Pot Bayou is a wild mix of local species, all living in one tiny slice of paradise.
- [Senior Companions: The Present of Presence](https://northeastjournal.org/senior-companions-the-present-of-presence/) - Senior Companion aims to make good use of lifetimes of wisdom while easing the loneliness that sometimes comes with it.
- [First United Methodist: Preserving an Iconic Church](https://northeastjournal.org/first-united-methodist-preserving-an-iconic-church/) - First United Methodist dates its history back to 1889, a year after St. Petersburg's founding.
- [Media Guru Elliott Wiser Celebrates 25 Years of Bay News 9](https://northeastjournal.org/media-guru-elliott-wiser-celebrates-25-years-of-bay-news-9/) - Twenty-five years ago, Tampa Bay’s media guru and Beach Drive resident Elliott Wiser launched Bay News 9.
- [Lofty Art: The Heart of St. Pete's Original Art Scene](https://northeastjournal.org/lofty-art-the-heart-of-st-petes-original-art-scene/) - There’s a hidden gem on the second floor of a 1916 building that was once known as the Rutland’s department store: The ArtLofts of St. Petersburg.
- [St. Pete’s Still Shuffling](https://northeastjournal.org/st-petes-still-shuffling/) - Seeing the St. Petersburg Shuffleboard Club trophy wall on Netflix feels like a glitch in the Matrix. Cindy Smith-Maglione, a Redington Beach resident and the former vice president of merchandising for Abercrombie & Fitch, gave an interview under the iconic white-and-green shuffleboard club sign in White Hot: The Rise & Fall of Abercrombie & Fitch
- [Finding Her Life’s Passion](https://northeastjournal.org/finding-her-lifes-passion/) - For most of the year, Old Northeast resident Margaret Ann Burtchaell is hard at work in her commercial kitchen on 4th Street, where she and her team are busy creating everything from specialty cookies to gourmet comfort food. But in the summer, her kitchen is in a villa in Italy, where she teaches cooking classes
- [Meet St. Pete’s Real-Life Indiana Jones](https://northeastjournal.org/meet-st-petes-real-life/) - Though he’s an anthropologist rather than an archaeologist, Bryan T. Shuler is an adventurer, scholar, professor, musician, pilot, and all-around fascinating guy – much like Indiana Jones, except that Shuler is the real deal. Sometimes, when he is on one of his adventures, he even wears a hat that looks suspiciously like the iconic fedora.
- [Our Sunshine Center: A Community Treasure for Seniors](https://northeastjournal.org/our-sunshine-center-a-community-treasure-for-seniors/) - St. Petersburg was once known largely for its senior population, but that demographic did not begin to develop until about 1950. Between 1930 and 1940, the proportion of those 65 and older ranged from 10% to 15%, although this was still substantially higher than the total US population. In 1960, the percent of those 65
- [A Girl Scout Adventure](https://northeastjournal.org/a-girl-scout-adventure/) - Growing up in a suburb of Cleveland, Ohio, Girl Scout camp was the highlight of my summer. Two weeks away from home living in the woods was a dream come true. It’s where I learned to sail a Sunfish, paddle a canoe, and never leave my sleeping bag unzipped after finding daddy longlegs taking a
- [When the “Monkey Trial” Stars
Came to St. Petersburg](https://northeastjournal.org/when-the-monkey-trial-starscame-to-st-petersburg/) - I recently had occasion to watch Stanley Kramer’s 1960 classic film Inherit the Wind, about the 1925 Scopes “Monkey Trial.” Frederic March plays William Jennings Bryan, defending the Tennessee law prohibiting the teaching of evolution in public schools. Spencer Tracey plays Clarence Darrow, defending the high school teacher John T. Scopes, who is charged with
- [What’s the Story Behind Your Home?](https://northeastjournal.org/whats-the-story-behind-your-home/) - What do a wealthy real estate speculator, a Confederate veteran, and a holocaust survivor have in common? They all called the same corner of the Old Northeast their home. The house at 1630 Locust Street had been in Dave Bennett’s family since his mother bought it in 1974. Back then, it still featured two apartments
- [One Night Only: Our Elusive Nightblooming](https://northeastjournal.org/one-night-only-our-elusive-nightblooming/) - Emily Elwyn’s on a mission, and she won’t be stopped. Not by a pandemic, not by the summer heat, and certainly not by the elusive nature of what she seeks – the nightblooming cereus. You may have seen one, but probably not in bloom. Unbloomed, the nightblooming cereus looks like a cactus and a vine
- [A Life-Saving Gift](https://northeastjournal.org/a-life-saving-gift/) - How far would you go to help a stranger? Old Northeast resident Mark Rankin didn’t hesitate when it came to offering someone he didn’t know the most generous gift one can imagine. He donated his kidney to give a Clearwater grandfather of four a second chance at life. Mark is a criminal defense attorney and
- [A Venue for All: The Palladium Past and Present](https://northeastjournal.org/a-venue-for-all-the-palladium-past-and-present/) - With its stone arches and towering architecture, St. Pete’s Palladium Theater commands attention. What lies inside the historic theater at 253 5th Avenue North is no less inspiring. It’s a place for local acts to practice, perform, and entertain at a price dwarfed by the big-time costs of surrounding theaters. “You’re not going to go
- [David T. Welch: Father of a Mayor and a Life of Service](https://northeastjournal.org/david-t-welch-father-of-a-mayor-and-a-life-of-service/) - This year, St. Petersburg welcomes new Mayor Ken Welch, but he’s not the first member of the Welch family to play a starring role in this city’s government. David T. Welch was Mayor Welch’s father and a three-time city council member. Welch was first elected to the city council in 1981, making him the second
- [Hard Habit to Break: Runners Unite with a Shared Passion](https://northeastjournal.org/hard-habit-to-break-runners-unite-with-a-shared-passion/) - In the pre-dawn hours, before the onslaught of morning commuters, the Snell Isle Bridge rests. Long before the first rays of morning sun hit the tops of the tallest palms, figures emerge in the dark distance, one by one. Ghostlike, they come from every direction, gaining focus as streetlights reflect off the silver strips of
- [St. Petersburg’s Native American Indian Mounds](https://northeastjournal.org/st-petersburgs-native-american-indian-mounds/) - Before St. Petersburg was the Sunshine City, some early promoters tested a less beachy moniker: The City of Mounds. It might be surprising to learn that the area was dotted with Native American mounds of all sizes and shapes, most notably a complex of a least a dozen mounds close to the Tampa Bay shoreline
- [4th Annual Boston Terrier Tea Party Parade](https://northeastjournal.org/4th-annual-boston-terrier-tea-party-parade/) - It must have been quite a sight to drive by the Museum of Fine Arts and see 120 Boston Terriers and their owners posing for a photo on the museum steps. Definitely a reason for a double-take. But this is St. Petersburg and we love our fur children so, it’s not really that surprising. The
- [Indie Local Bookstores Share the Love](https://northeastjournal.org/indie-local-bookstores-share-the-love/) - When the grandaddy of independent bookstores in St. Petersburg, Haslam’s, closed its doors at the start of the pandemic, no one thought it would be forever. A staple for local readers since the Great Depression, Haslam’s current 30,000-square-foot building is also prime real estate on Central Avenue. While rumors abound, dogged persistence by Tampa Bay
- [Indian Key Bird Sanctuary](https://northeastjournal.org/indian-key-bird-sanctuary/) - Many birds in St. Petersburg were on the verge of extinction in the late 1800s. This was because their feathers had become unbelievably valuable. For example, the snowy egret’s fluffy mating feathers fetched thirty-two dollars an ounce – the same as the price of gold. Feathers had become quite fashionable, especially when displayed on women’s
- [Dogs Are People, Too](https://northeastjournal.org/dogs-are-people-too/) - There is a love and obsession for dogs on Snell Isle, and in St. Petersburg in general. Now, don’t get me wrong, I love dogs, too. In fact, I am the proud owner of a pair of adorable Newfoundland’s (‘Newfies’ to those familiar with the breed). They are large, hairy, and slobbery creatures often mistaken
- [Heroes, History, and St. Pete](https://northeastjournal.org/heroes-history-and-st-pete/) - In 1961, local Black civic leaders and civil rights activists Dr. Ralph Wimbish and Dr. Robert Swain sent shockwaves through the baseball world. They refused to continue the practice of opening their homes and hotels to Black players who were not permitted to stay with their white teammates in local St. Petersburg hotels. Their actions
- [Upzoning Our Neighborhoods](https://northeastjournal.org/upzoning-our-neighborhoods/) - St. Petersburg is experiencing a building boom such as has not been seen since the 1920s and 1950s. Based on current growth rates, City planners project a need for between 1,000 and 1,500 new homes or ‘dwelling units’ per year. Mayor Kriseman has made recommendations for changing neighborhood zoning as part of an effort to
- [Meet Elliot: A Horse of a Different Color](https://northeastjournal.org/meet-elliot-a-horse-of-a-different-color/) - There aren’t many horses that can whinny about how they became a Bay News 9 Everyday Hero, but Elliott, a four-year old quarter horse can. Just before the pandemic took off, Elliott was recognized for ponying up contributions, love, and kisses to children all around the Tampa Bay area. From the time Elliott was a
- [Whimsical Art To Brighten Your Day](https://northeastjournal.org/whimsical-art-to-brighten-your-day/) - Stepping into Alli Arnold’s cozy bungalow in the Old Northeast feels like walking into a charming English cottage. It’s filled with artwork, a mix-and-match of colors and textures, comfortable furniture, lots of books and a menagerie of animals. Sophia, the Boston Terrier; Honey the Morkie (Maltese & Yorkie); George, the little Green Cheek Conure parrot;
- [St. Pete Civitan Celebrates 100th Anniversary](https://northeastjournal.org/st-pete-civitan-celebrates-100th-anniversary/) - On September 11th, the St. Petersburg Civitan Club celebrated its 100th year of services to the community. Although the club was officially chartered on April 12, 1921, like many other clubs and volunteer organizations, the recent pandemic delayed their centennial festivities from last spring until now. St. Petersburg Mayor Rick Kriseman issued a proclamation recognizing
- [Sprinting to Gold: Bobby Finke, Hometown Hero](https://northeastjournal.org/sprinting-to-gold-bobby-finke-hometown-hero/) - Bobby Finke stunned swimming fans around the world when he came from the middle of the pack of swimmers in the men’s 800-meter freestyle race to capture an Olympic gold medal in a final, thrilling sprint at the end. He went on to repeat the breathtaking, gold-medal-winning finish for the men’s 1,500-meter freestyle race a
- [Diamond Jubilee with Sister City Takamatsu](https://northeastjournal.org/diamond-jubilee-with-sister-city-takamatsu/) - This year is the Diamond Jubilee of the St. Petersburg-Takamatsu, Japan, Sister City Partnership. Sixty years ago, some in St. Petersburg were not all that enthused about becoming a Sister City with any Japanese city. 1961 was only sixteen years after the end of World War II. Many still had bitter memories of Japan from
- [Martha Reed: Crime Writer Extraordinaire](https://northeastjournal.org/martha-reed-crime-writer-extraordinaire/) - Disgraced ex-police detective Jane Byrne is on the run. After surviving a brutal excessive-force civil lawsuit that scarred her with PTSD, she blows into New Orleans on her Ducati motorcycle looking for a fresh start, never expecting to uncover a hate-crime serial killer targeting NOLA’s inclusive LGBTQ community. After reading this description of the fictional
- [NYC Millennials Transform Their Lives in St. Pete](https://northeastjournal.org/nyc-millennials-transform-their-lives-in-st-pete/) - Thomas Maloney and fiancée Sonya Sarkar left New York City in the midst of the pandemic to create a new life in St. Petersburg. Young and ambitious millennials, they caught the city’s entrepreneurial vibe and recently opened their own business, Paradeco Coffee Roasters, St. Pete’s newest coffee shop and cool place to hang out. The venue, at 111 2nd Avenue NE, adds new
- [A Deeper Kind of Love](https://northeastjournal.org/a-deeper-kind-of-love/) - Eric Swanson waited for his wife Heather Graeme at the VA hospital where he was being seen for high blood pressure. After an unrelated Urgent Care visit out of town, he was advised to have his blood pressure checked by his hometown physician, as it seemed the medication he was previously prescribed was no longer
- [On the Road Again](https://northeastjournal.org/on-the-road-again/) - Summer in the Old Northeast: the shouts of kids splashing in swimming pools, the howl of leaf blowers, the hum of mosquitoes, and the song of the ice cream truck – warbled by the humid air. In summer, there’s plenty of parking on Beach Drive and you don’t need a reservation. But a lot of
- [Mayor Ulrich Woos the White Sox](https://northeastjournal.org/mayor-ulrich-woos-the-white-sox/) - Robert (Bob) L. Ulrich served as mayor of St. Petersburg from 1987 to 1991. Ulrich, now 87, continues to be engaged in the city he loves. He is a zealous protector of the Downtown Waterfront Parks and an active member of the Waterfront Parks Foundation. One of his other passions is baseball. He closely follows
- [Adopting Foster Children Through the Heart Gallery](https://northeastjournal.org/adopting-foster-children-through-the-heart-gallery/) - Even with all their complexities, families are a blessing of permanence that give children an advantage in life. But not everyone is given this opportunity, especially those in foster care. As program director of the Heart Gallery of Pinellas and Pasco, Patsy Stills is hoping to change that. A program of Gulf Coast Jewish Family
- [Earl Gresh’s Memory Lives On at ‘Sesh’](https://northeastjournal.org/earl-greshs-memory-lives-on-at-sesh/) - Residents of St. Petersburg have long admired the iconic property at 2221 4th Street North with the English-cottage style architecture. Over the years, it’s housed many landmark institutions, including the popular French restaurant Rollande et Pierre and the Melting Pot, famous for its fondue. Local history buffs will also recall that from 1940 to 1959
- [Cape Cod to Crescent Heights: Artists at Work](https://northeastjournal.org/cape-cod-to-crescent-heights-artists-at-work/) - From December to May, it’s not uncommon to see Hilda Neily with her easel and palette of paints on the sidewalk of one of Crescent Heights brick-paved streets. She’s an impressionist plein air painter in the style set forth by master impressionist painters like Monet and Renoir. Plein air is a French term for ‘in
- [Council of Neighborhood Associations](https://northeastjournal.org/council-of-neighborhood-associations/) - There are a variety of interest groups in our city. These include the St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce, St. Petersburg Downtown Partnership, Pinellas Realtor Organization, Sierra Club, NAACP, Waterfront Parks Foundation and Preserve the ’Burg. Another important group is the Council of Neighborhood Associations, commonly known by its acronym ‘CONA.’ CONA’s mission is “to
- [Peace Patching for Social Justice on the Southside](https://northeastjournal.org/peace-patching-for-social-justice-on-the-southside-2/) - There is much to love about our beautiful city: Stretches of waterfront green space. Renowned museums and local farmers’ market. Historic hotels, beaches and baseball. A downtown that seems to grow more vibrant each day. But this idyllic sketch of the Sunshine City may be masking the complete picture. Too often overlooked are the deeply
- [Sowing Hope, Growing Life, Reaping Change](https://northeastjournal.org/sowing-hope-growing-life-reaping-change/) - Florida ranks above the national average of the percent of children between the ages of 10-17 who are overweight or obese. Nationally, one out of three children or adolescence are overweight or obese, with numbers continuing to grow. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that childhood obesity has more than doubled in children,
- [Equestrian St. Petersburg](https://northeastjournal.org/equestrian-st-petersburg/) - What was St. Pete like before the automobile? It was a city of horses and wagons, of course. One of our earliest settlers, David Watt, left an account of traveling from what is now Gulfport to the St. Pete area: “…they jogged along slowly behind the sleepy old horse for mile after mile through the
- [Infinity](https://northeastjournal.org/infinity/) - You may or may not have noticed the new symbol we are using in our tagline on the cover: good people, good places and good things happening. It’s the infinity symbol, and it’s about time I shared the significance of this symbol with our readers, so its meaning – as it pertains to the Northeast
- [To Fashion Week TampaBay!](https://northeastjournal.org/to-fashion-week-tampabay/) - We all have images of New York Fashion Week, with the glamour, glitz, press and endless poses of men and women looking rather serious in their conglomerations of color and pattern. I don’t know about you, but I have often (more times than I’d like to admit) imagined myself in those scenarios, dripping with duds
- [Bringing Out the Best in Each Other](https://northeastjournal.org/bringing-out-the-best-in-each-other/) - Imagine visiting a foreign country, not knowing a word of its language. Imagine meeting the people – ignorant of their customs and culture – and a feeling of incongruity sets in. Drive their cars on the other side of the road using the other hand to shift gears, and you are likely to be regarded
- [St. Petersburg Celebrates U.N. International Day of Peace](https://northeastjournal.org/st-petersburg-celebrates-u-n-international-day-of-peace/) - “On this International Day, let us promise to make peace not just a priority, but a passion. Let us pledge to do more, wherever we are in whatever way we can, to make every day a day of peace.” — United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon On Saturday afternoon, September 21, 2013, the acoustics of
- [Gardens of Success](https://northeastjournal.org/gardens-of-success/) - St. Petersburg is comprised of lots of people who care for their fellow neighbors, especially those who are over-challenged in some ways. This article highlights numerous efforts to try to ‘green’ areas that have been described as food deserts. This article will describe, in somewhat chronological order, large, small, short, and long projects that are
- [Guardian Angel](https://northeastjournal.org/guardian-angel/) - This Christmas story happens to be true. It begins on a late December day in upstate New York in 1971. Although it was almost forty-two years ago, the images are as fresh in my mind as if they happened just yesterday. I was a young man then, two years out of college with a wife
- [Polishing St. Pete’s Hidden Gems](https://northeastjournal.org/polishing-st-petes-hidden-gems/) - What is essential for life is not what is seen, but what is felt. It’s the feeling of companionship, of community, and love. It’s the comfort that makes you feel at home, which in return, creates a passion that pushes your desire to be involved with your surroundings. You invest yourself into where you live
- [Good Begets Good](https://northeastjournal.org/good-begets-good/) - Although I don’t watch or listen to the news, bits of information about what is going on in our country and around the globe still manage to enter my world. And, it doesn’t sound good. Based on what filters through, it sounds like there is a lot of polarity and either/or power struggles going on.
- [A House That Love Built](https://northeastjournal.org/a-house-that-love-built/) - The Ronald McDonald house is often described as a home away from home. Houses all over the world provide a ‘home’ with a warm meal and a place to sleep for families whose child is receiving critical medical care at a nearby hospital. St. Petersburg is home to three Ronald McDonald houses for children receiving
- [The Melting Pot](https://northeastjournal.org/the-melting-pot/) - The Melting Pot. That’s one of the things we as a nation are proud of... a fascinating tapestry of ethnicities, nationalities, and cultures. As the saying goes, “The whole is greater than the sum of its parts.” St. Petersburg is a microcosm of the country, boasting residents from around the world. According to the United
- [Eugenia Woods Goes... Stays Home!](https://northeastjournal.org/eugenia-woods-goes-stays-home/) - Did you have a happy holiday? Are you tired of hearing that? Admit it, did you put your Grinch face on this season? Are you just holly-jollied out, and weary of cheers and jubilant expressions that match the vivid glittered napkin that hugs your bubbly? Wouldn’t you much rather cozy up to a hot buttered
- [A Forgotten Park](https://northeastjournal.org/a-forgotten-park/) - Sitting on the corner of 5th Street and 1st Avenue South, lays a forgotten triangular sliver of land called Liberty Bell Park. Nowadays, motorists and pedestrians pass by with barely a glance of this shambles of a place that offers little to make the casual passerby to want to enter anyway. The neglected sidewalks are
- [Warhol at the Dali](https://northeastjournal.org/warhol-at-the-dali/) - A can of soup. A can of soup? A can of soup! Wooden boxes painted to look like cardboard boxes containing Heinz ketchup. Wooden boxes! Is this a hoax? This can’t be art, can it? Is Andy Warhol an artist like Salvador Dali, or is he just some media personality who was famous for fifteen
- [Through the Eyes of an Artist](https://northeastjournal.org/through-the-eyes-of-an-artist/) - The world is your canvas and you are the artist ready to paint the way. With every action, a brush glides paint on a canvas in effort to develop your masterpiece. This metaphor is often used and there is something that can be learned when looking at life through the eye of an artist. Artist
- [Babe Ruth’s Longest Home Run](https://northeastjournal.org/babe-ruths-longest-home-run/) - On New Year’s Day, St. Petersburg celebrated the centennial of the World’s First Airline. Now there is a second centennial to celebrate, the 100th anniversary of Major League Baseball. Major League Spring Training began in St. Pete on February 27, 1914 with the St. Louis Browns (now the Orioles). While the Browns were here only
- [Elevators](https://northeastjournal.org/elevators/) - When we decided to move out of the ONE, we were hit with a barrage of questions. The hardest to answer were the permutations of the “why do you want to leave here” question. As with any soul-searching question, the answers were never easy. Life isn’t always as prosaic as we would like, and it
- [Preserving Weedon Island in Art](https://northeastjournal.org/preserving-weedon-island-in-art/) - I’ve always been concerned that someone is going to miss out on an opportunity to learn about or experience something new. Old teacher habits never seem to fade away. If you have never explored, or been to Weedon Island in recent years, now is the perfect time to discover the cultural and environmental treasures in
- [Bahama Shores](https://northeastjournal.org/bahama-shores/) - Florida Architecture - First home in Bahama Shores. Burnette F. Stevenson first developed Bahama Shores in 1926. He called the neighborhood Alta Marina.
- [#100FILMS #SunscreenFilmFestival](https://northeastjournal.org/100films-sunscreenfilmfestival/) - Recently I took part in a fantastic art show called 100 Films. The show was in conjunction with the Sunscreen Film Festival, which I knew very little of.
- [Finding Our Neighbors Next Door](https://northeastjournal.org/finding-our-neighbors-next-door/) - The Old Northeast (St. Petersburg, Florida) feels like a small, friendly neighborhood to me because so many people in the neighborhood are friendly. I regularly take walks and run into neighbors I do not know by name but readily greet and, more often than not, end up chatting with for a few minutes.
- [A Flock of Our Own](https://northeastjournal.org/a-flock-of-our-own/) - When people come to Florida, they expect to see flamingos and not everybody who comes to Florida wants to go to the theme-park type experience with all of the rides and noise. There are a lot of visitors who come because they want some peace and relaxation...
- [Even in Magic, Happiness First](https://northeastjournal.org/even-in-magic-happiness-first/) - A profile of Celeste Evans, one of our Old Northeast Neighbors who was one of Canada’s first and most successful female magicians.
- [Bruce Watters Jewelers: A New Chapter](https://northeastjournal.org/bruce-watters-jewelers-a-new-chapter/) - A new chapter is about to open in the story of Bruce Watters Jewelers. Bruce Watters is about to move, but not far. In fact, this legendary St. Petersburg business has never moved far over the course of the last 109 years from its original location near Central Avenue and 2nd Street in downtown St. Petersburg.
- [Mirror Lake](https://northeastjournal.org/mirror-lake/) - Which metaphor best describes Mirror Lake and its surrounding park? Is it the calm eye of the storm of our town’s rapid expansion? Or does the proximity of the old St. Pete High School, the Tomlinson Learning Center, the graceful Lyceum Theatre, and our classic Carnegie library make this area the brains of our town?
- [Got Fruit?](https://northeastjournal.org/got-fruit/) - Gleaning means to collect the leftovers and share with those in need. Well, gleaning is here in the Old Northeast. Resident Tracey Locke is the impetus behind a group of “gleaners in the ’Burg” and the Free Clinic Food Bank is the winner.
- [Sublime Melody](https://northeastjournal.org/sublime-melody/) - Nate Najar calls himself “an orange.” Born and raised in St. Petersburg, he is a Florida native who strings the audience to a new moment. Nate is a musician in various capacities.
- [Halloween Magic, Tradition, and Hospitality](https://northeastjournal.org/halloween-magic-tradition-and-hospitality/) - Halloween spirit and enthusiasm shine brightly in the Old Northeast. I had been informed... I had even been warned. But none of the descriptions about
- [Love Dirt? Flowers? Birds? Gardens? Outdoors?](https://northeastjournal.org/love-dirt-flowers-birds-gardens-outdoors/) - What to do when you retire? Ummm... go to the oldest roadside attraction in the United States and become a docent! Really? Yes, that’s what one Old Northeast resident did! And, not in an air-conditioned museum; no, this dedicated soul went straight to our beloved Sunken Gardens to volunteer.
- [St. Petersburg’s Green City Designation](https://northeastjournal.org/st-petersburgs-green-city-designation/) - St. Petersburg, Florida was the first designated green city in the United States! In December 2006, St. Petersburg was certified by the Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC) as a green local government designation. St. Petersburg was the first city in Florida to receive this prestigious certification!
- [Curtis Graham on Location in Oloibiri, Nigeria](https://northeastjournal.org/curtis-graham-on-location-in-oloibiri-nigeria/) - St. Petersburg native and film director, Curtis Graham, is happy to return to his Eden Isle home following a grueling month of filming on location on Oloibiri Island in the Niger Delta. Oloibiri is the site of the first oil well drilled in Nigeria in 1956. Since that time, big oil has come to dominate
- [Their Own Slice of Paradise](https://northeastjournal.org/their-own-slice-of-paradise/) - When local WTSP/CBS news anchor Dion Lim first arrived in town with her husband, Evan Panesis, she had found corporate housing in Tampa’s Hyde Park neighborhood. Unluckily for them, they moved in during Gasparilla weekend and experienced the revelry firsthand (perhaps more firsthand than even a news anchor would desire).
- [The Vinoy Legacy Part 1: The Restoration](https://northeastjournal.org/the-vinoy-legacy-part-1-the-restoration/) - The historic Vinoy Park hotel was built by Aymer Vinoy Laughner in 1925. The architect was Henry Taylor, who also designed St. Mary’s Church, Comfort Station No. 1, the Jungle Hotel (now Admiral Farragut), the Jungle Prada, and the Florida Theater.
- [Yoga](https://northeastjournal.org/yoga/) - My wife wants me to take yoga classes, but I don’t want to. Admittedly, yoga has been around for thousands of years and it has been perfected and validated as an excellent pathway to mental and physical health. But I have a resistance to physical exercise that is probably due to being involved with too
- [The Gathering](https://northeastjournal.org/the-gathering/) - We’ve gotten that first nip in the air! And it’s all we can do to get out of our air-conditioned caves. With all those September rains and warm October days, the flowers and greenery abound. The hues of nature make an eclectic backdrop for entertaining in our backyards. Most of us have odd-shaped backyards thanks
- [A Bon Vivant and His Muse](https://northeastjournal.org/a-bon-vivant-and-his-muse/) - It was the spring of 1940, well past Valentine’s Day, but Cupid had apparently scored a double bull’s eye, because she once said it was love at first sight for her, too, though it was almost too late. They both were to graduate in two weeks. Richard felt he had to move fast.
- [Going to the Dogs Is Good for the Soul](https://northeastjournal.org/going-to-the-dogs-is-good-for-the-soul/) - Every two weeks, the Ronald McDonald house door bursts open to reveal a spunky and spirited Cavalier Spaniel named Lacie who could not be happier to be there – and of course, her owner, Ann Goldman, who is equally thrilled.
- [The Vinoy Legacy Part 2: Downtown Revitalization](https://northeastjournal.org/the-vinoy-legacy-part-2-downtown-revitalization/) - This is the second of a two-part series on the Vinoy Renaissance Hotel. The first part told the story of the Vinoy’s restoration, reopening in 1992. The second part deals with the Vinoy restoration’s impact on the revitalization of downtown St. Petersburg.
- [It Takes a Village to Build a Shed](https://northeastjournal.org/it-takes-a-village-to-build-a-shed/) - These men – some veterans themselves and some just good souls – spend their free time helping their fellow vets in need. Ben tells me, “We just want them to feel a part of the community.”
- [Marine Discovery Features in New Pier Designs](https://northeastjournal.org/marine-discovery-features-in-new-pier-designs/) - It is St. Petersburg’s sunny climate and surrounding rich aquatic beauty and resources that are fundamental in making our city so special. Early city leaders appreciated this and were pivotal in moving our community in the direction of both a world-class destination for tourists and a great place to live which lasts to this day.
- [Chilled Swimmers Raise Money for SEALs](https://northeastjournal.org/chilled-swimmers-raise-money-for-seals/) - It was a chilly January morning in The Tampa Bay Metro area. The air temperature was about 54° as the sun was starting to rise over the Bay and the water temperature was just above 60°. Most people wouldn’t even dream of sticking a toe in the water, but on Gandy Beach, 150 men and
- [The Surprising Life of a Children’s Book Writer](https://northeastjournal.org/the-surprising-life-of-a-childrens-book-writer/) - Sara Pennypacker is the award-winning author of illustrated children’s books that are funny, touching, and real. The themes running through her stories are the enduring ones: friendship, family, loss, joy, and independence.
- [The Power of Positive Paddling](https://northeastjournal.org/the-power-of-positive-paddling/) - A few years ago, Bruce had an idea: Why not connect the dots between his love of paddleboarding and his strong desire to help the drug- and alcohol-addicted defendants he meets in court?
- [Bus Stop](https://northeastjournal.org/bus-stop/) - Thursday, February 19th, was a busy day for Jerry Robinson. After provisioning his 40-foot-long, 50,000-pound, 8-wheeler bus for a week, he and his wife, MJ, hit the road...
- [‘Cole Strong – Go Gold’ - Beating Childhood Cancer](https://northeastjournal.org/cole-strong-go-gold-beating-childhood-cancer/) - We’ve all heard the phrase “life is short; live today as if it is your last day; dance as if no one is watching.” We know we may eventually succumb to sickness or disease. Many of us are aware of the numerous types of illnesses and diseases in our world. At any time, on any
- [Writing About the Writers](https://northeastjournal.org/writing-about-the-writers/) - A writer once summed it up so well: “The easiest part is finding topics and the hardest is facing the blank screen.” That writer is our own John Gee, whom I like to call the Andy Rooney of the Old Northeast. John, along with twenty-some other salt-of-the earth wordsmiths, are considered family here at the Northeast
- [Sweating in Paradise](https://northeastjournal.org/sweating-in-paradise/) - Can I do this? The thoughts of self-doubt crept into my mind as I pulled up to take my first boot camp class. I’ve always considered myself to be in good shape. Nearly a decade of working outside in the resort industry, teaching sailing, doing waterski shows, and being on my feet six days a
- [St. Petersburg’s Journey of Water](https://northeastjournal.org/st-petersburgs-journey-of-water/) - Florida entered the reclaimed water arena with the construction of the Tallahassee Reclaimed Water Farm in 1966. In l977, the city of St. Petersburg build the first urban, reclaimed system in the United States.* By 1987, effluent discharge to the Tampa Bay ceased. This made the city of St. Petersburg the first major utility in
- [Jackson Willis: A Fifth-Generation St. Pete Leader](https://northeastjournal.org/jackson-willis-a-fifth-generation-st-pete-leader/) - In May, one of our own Old NE Neighborhood residents, Jackson Willis, graduated from Shorecrest Preparatory School as the 2015 Class Valedictorian. In addition, he was also selected as a U.S. Presidential Scholar, one of only 144 students to be named as such in 2015. He was selected based on his academic success, essays, school
- [His Hero’s Flag](https://northeastjournal.org/his-heros-flag/) - What started as a chance meeting, turned into the story of a flag, a judge, and his affection for his fallen brother. For me, it became a promising friendship. Memorial Day morning, I was awakened by a phone call from my mother asking me to meet her to help a neighbor put up a flag.
- [A New Look at Al Capone in St. Pete – Part 1](https://northeastjournal.org/a-new-look-at-al-capone-in-st-pete-part-1/) - Over the years, there have been numerous rumors, reports, and stories about Al Capone in St. Petersburg. This article is an exploration and new look at those stories. “Al Capone Pays Vist to the City” reads the caption on the front page of the St. Petersburg Times on February 10, 1931. The article reported, “Al
- [Walking on Water](https://northeastjournal.org/walking-on-water/) - Hey mister, where can you find waves around here?” That’s the question I hear nearly every time I’m loading or unloading my standup paddleboard (or SUP for short) at one of our local beaches. I explain that you don’t need waves; you stand on top of the board and paddle it. Then the questions come
- [St. Petersburg’s ‘Gramma Moses #2’](https://northeastjournal.org/st-petersburgs-gramma-moses-2/) - Started Painting at 83 and Writing at 87 Joan Collins doesn’t look 87 – 72 seems more likely – but she does look like an artist. Today, she wears brown leather sandals, slate-blue Capri pants, and a periwinkle short-sleeved shirt that matches the hue of her lipstick and of her glass necklace. Compact spectacles frame
- [Along the Waterfront – A Palm Legacy](https://northeastjournal.org/along-the-waterfront-a-palm-legacy/) - Escape reality and experience international time-travel right here in St. Petersburg, Florida. For free! A little-acknowledged, outdoor treasure, suited for all ages, has always been readily available, on the waterfront, right on North Shore Drive – all thanks to the generosity and devotion of one of our own.
- [Will Michaels’ Impressive Legacy... So Far](https://northeastjournal.org/will-michaels-impressive-legacy-so-far/) - I have been asked to write about a real student of Florida history, Dr. Will Michaels. You have seen his knowledgeable, thoughtful, and well-researched stories in every issue of the Northeast Journal since the first one in September 2004, always ‘below the fold’ in its prominent location at the bottom of page one.
- [A New Look at Al Capone in St. Pete – Part 2](https://northeastjournal.org/a-new-look-at-al-capone-in-st-pete-part-2/) - A 1961 Times editorial entitled “Everybody’s Target: Al Capone,” stated “St. Petersburg and Pinellas County have been fortunate over their lifetime because our citizens have elected sheriffs and appointed police chiefs who have seen to it that racketeers moved on and never got a start here.
- [Convenience with Kindness](https://northeastjournal.org/convenience-with-kindness/) - Do you remember a time when your local mom-and-pop corner store was clean, had something for everyone, and employed a warm and friendly staff who cared about its customers and community? These attributes for the recently opened BP Old Northeast General Store were the dream for owner Steve May. His dream has been realized.
- [A Grand Jeté for Dance in St. Pete!](https://northeastjournal.org/a-grand-jete-for-dance-in-st-pete/) - Listed as one of the top 52 places to visit in 2014 by the New York Times, our once sleepy little city is waking up and turning heads. While the natural beauty of white sandy beaches, dramatic splashes of purple, red, and orange sunrises and sunsets in our tropical paradise...
- [The Greatest Generation](https://northeastjournal.org/the-greatest-generation/) - They are the greatest generation. No doubt about that. They came out of the worst of the Great Depression of the 1930s, then went to war to defeat two totalitarian regimes in World War II. After that, they went on to build a great America in the 1950s and beyond.
- [Giving Back and Feeding the Hungry:](https://northeastjournal.org/giving-back-and-feeding-the-hungry/) - One Woman’s Mission to Raise Awareness in Our Community When Beth Vivio thinks about people in our community going to bed hungry each night it makes her sad. “We see food everywhere we look: restaurants, specialty food stores, advertisements and TV food shows.” Yet as many as 17% of residents in the Tampa Bay area
- [Photographer, Arts Director – Mime?](https://northeastjournal.org/photographer-arts-director-mime/) - A Look Behind The Scenes With John Collins John Collins, the executive director of the St. Petersburg Arts Council, and his wife Mary Ellen, a writer, met at Tufts University in Boston where he was the associate director of Alumni Relations and she was hired as one of several assistant directors. It was a definite
- [Wall-to-Wall Beauty](https://northeastjournal.org/wall-to-wall-beauty/) - In most cities, the alleys are the last place you’d expect to find world-class art. In St. Petersburg, however, home-grown and internationally imported muralists have thoroughly staked their claim to the backs of our urban buildings, raising the bar and completely redefining the very notion of street art.
- [Nurse and Teacher Provides Example to Live By in Daily Life](https://northeastjournal.org/nurse-and-teacher-provides-example-to-live-by-in-daily-life/) - Judy Prime-Sayles absolutely loves being a nurse. It’s who she is, and that comes through in everything she does. A teacher at Pinellas Technical College, Judy teaches more than skills, she teaches nursing! “I love nursing because you can make things better for someone else,” she told me. Nursing isn’t just about procedures and medications;
- [Running In Your Undies Through the Streets of St. Pete? Sure, If It’s For a Great Cause](https://northeastjournal.org/running-in-your-undies-through-the-streets-of-st-pete-sure-if-its-for-a-great-cause/) - Grown men in nothing but tighty whities and tube socks. Lovely ladies braving the Valentine’s Day chill in lingerie and knit beanies. Trotting along the waterfront, down to the Dali and back up to the raucous bars on Central Avenue, the first annual St. Petersburg Cupid’s Undie Run was truly a sight to behold. And
- [St. Pete Launches the Park Once Pilot Program](https://northeastjournal.org/st-pete-launches-the-park-once-pilot-program/) - St. Petersburg hosts more than 1,000 annual downtown events. Many of the events feature a shuttle service provided by the St. Petersburg Trolley between designated parking locations and event locations. The Looper shuttle service has operated with a regular daily schedule. City Invited Public Input to Discuss Downtown Parking Issues Back in July, 2015, the
- [A Gem in Our Midst](https://northeastjournal.org/a-gem-in-our-midst/) - Flora Wylie Park is one of St. Pete’s true treasures. Nestled along the waterfront from the Sundial at 18th Avenue and North Shore Drive NE, and extending past the Aquatic Center...
- [Can You Canoe?](https://northeastjournal.org/can-you-canoe/) - Snell Isle resident, Dr. George Stovall, can canoe. In fact, he is locally famous for his adventures, large and medium – no small ones. He likes to paddle; he loves to experiment. He has kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards – but he loves his dugouts the most.
- [Happy 85th Anniversary Junior League of St Petersburg](https://northeastjournal.org/happy-85th-anniversary-junior-league-of-st-petersburg/) - Since 1931, the Junior League of St. Petersburg (JLSP ) has been a driving force in improving our community for families and especially children. Members of the Junior League are accomplished collaborators who build coalitions, identify community needs, and develop effective and responsive programs to serve those needs.
- [Giving Back to the Children of Fallen Warriors](https://northeastjournal.org/giving-back-to-the-children-of-fallen-warriors/) - Special Operations Warrior Foundation (SOWF) is an organization that provides free education and support to the children of Special Operations soldiers killed in action.
- [Mayor Don Jones Framework of Reason](https://northeastjournal.org/mayor-don-jones-framework-of-reason/) - This is the first of a two-part article based on an extensive interview with former mayor Don Jones. Don Jones was mayor during a time of intense infrastructure improvement, and a watershed period for St. Petersburg’s civil rights history. Don Jones was city councilman from 1963-1967 and mayor from 1967-1969. In a recent interview, he
- [Terrifically Talented Teens](https://northeastjournal.org/terrifically-talented-teens/) - Does The Old Northeast neighborhood attract artistic types, or does living here inspire our residents to develop their creative side? We have writers, painters, sculptors and other fine artists, photographers, performance artists, musicians, dancers and singers.
- [We’ve Been Flocked! Sunken Gardens Receives 20 Flamingos](https://northeastjournal.org/weve-been-flocked-sunken-gardens-receives-20-flamingos/) - Sunken Gardens has just received a flock of 20 young Chilean flamingos, and they are here for good. These youngsters join 60-year old George and Lucy, the only remaining flamingos out of an original flock of 17. In 1956, the flamingo flock was the most iconic feature of Sunken Gardens.
- [Payback Time for Rick Carson](https://northeastjournal.org/payback-time-for-rick-carson/) - This is a standing ovation, a Pulitzer Prize if you will, for the long-time editor of the HONNA (Historic Old Northeast Neighborhood Association) newsletter. There just isn’t a name for the honors he deserves for being the best, most patient, faithful, and longest-serving newsletter editor and photographer in the world of newsletter editors.
- [Mayor Don Jones Framework of Reason – Part 2](https://northeastjournal.org/mayor-don-jones-framework-of-reason-part-2/) - Don Jones was mayor during a time of intense infrastructure improvement, and a watershed period for St. Petersburg’s civil rights history.
- [Snell Isle Resident Tends to ‘Pete’s Park’](https://northeastjournal.org/snell-isle-resident-tends-to-petes-park/) - For two years now, Ardith Rutland has taken up the mantle of caring for the beloved ‘Pete’s Park’ located in the heart of the Coffee Pot Riviera neighborhood, on Snell Isle.
- [Eighth-Grader Helping to Bring Aid to the Lost Boys of Sudan](https://northeastjournal.org/eighth-grader-helping-to-bring-aid-to-the-lost-boys-of-sudan/) - Meira Kowalski is a student at Shorecrest Preparatory School in Northeast St Petersburg and what she is doing is selfless and amazing.
- [Thrown by Tom](https://northeastjournal.org/thrown-by-tom/) - Granada Terrace resident Tom Davis is a true craftsman – even an artist. Craftsmen work with their hands and heads, but artists also work with their hearts according to St. Francis of Assisi. Well, Tom certainly has heart – he spends 4-6 hours per day at the Morean Center for Clay totally immersed in pottery.
- [St. Petersburg Police Mounted Patrol Unit](https://northeastjournal.org/st-petersburg-police-mounted-patrol-unit/) - St. Petersburg cannot be called a ‘one-horse town.’ In fact, in addition to the quaint horse-drawn carriages along Beach Drive, the city has a Mounted Police Unit that patrols the downtown waterfront parks and entertainment district. The Mounted Unit, which consists of two officers and two horses, is part of the Traffic Division of the
- [Keeping St. Pete Special](https://northeastjournal.org/keeping-st-pete-special/) - A major attribute of our city’s specialness is our sense of place. A large part of our sense of place is the unique blend of historic buildings and places along with the excitement of new development. St. Petersburg Chamber President Chris Steinocher stated it well: “The secret of our City’s current livability is the vibe
- [Thanks, Lance! A Memorial Day Tribute to a Marine](https://northeastjournal.org/thanks-lance-a-memorial-day-tribute-to-a-marine/) - It all started with a post by Wendy Lewis on the Nextdoor Old Northeast website: “My amazing husband is celebrating 20 years of active duty in the United States Marine Corps this Sunday [May 29]. The kids and I have made some posters to place in our yard to thank him for being a great
- [IB Brings Bright Futures](https://northeastjournal.org/ib-brings-bright-futures/) - Do you remember your senior year in high school? You went to prom in May, you attended graduation ceremonies in June, and said goodbye to the only life you knew. Graduating from high school is exciting, although it is also bittersweet. Some graduates are unsure of their future and do not have specific plans for
- [Behind the Scenes at Kennedy Space Center](https://northeastjournal.org/behind-the-scenes-at-kennedy-space-center/) - Did you know that the growing medium used to grow lettuce on the International Space Station (ISS) is exactly the same as the clay ‘dirt’ between first and third base at the Tropicana Dome? Did you know NASA has developed robots that astronauts recently controlled on the earth’s surface from the ISS? Things are really
- [St. Petersburg Swimming in Olympic Gold](https://northeastjournal.org/st-petersburg-swimming-in-olympic-gold/) - As a local swimmer, I often find myself bragging about our amazing pool at the Northshore Aquatic Complex. I regale out-of-towners with tales of the incredible talent our beautiful pool attracts, the international meets, the collegiate teams visiting each winter, and – my personal favorite – “I’m serious... Michael Phelps even swam in our pool!”
- [The Neighbor Everyone Knows](https://northeastjournal.org/the-neighbor-everyone-knows/) - Strolling along Coffee Pot, casting your lines into the sparkling bay waters, or grabbing lunch dockside by what will one day be our new pier, you will be accompanied by a constant companion: the ubiquitous Brown Pelican. These birds are found everywhere, pestering fisherman for their catch, perched on one of the many docks that
- [More Trails to Travel](https://northeastjournal.org/more-trails-to-travel/) - The tortured artist he is not. In fact, John Harte is quite the opposite: an octogenarian with a ready smile and friendly disposition whose work in watercolors is well known by many in St. Petersburg. Fortunately for us, he is displaying some of his work at USF St. Petersburg. The exhibition will feature John’s delicate
- [A Vision from Our Youth: We Built this City!](https://northeastjournal.org/a-vision-from-our-youth-we-built-this-city/) - Poised yet enthusiastic, the newly elected mayor steps up to the podium and addresses the crowd gathered for Seaside City’s ribbon cutting ceremony. After days of tireless exploring, brainstorming, developing, lots of fun, and a little campaigning, she promises to keep the city clean with “garbage cans and recycling bins on every block,” along with
- [Susan Alderson - A Vibrant Spirit Gone too Soon](https://northeastjournal.org/susan-alderson-a-vibrant-spirit-gone-too-soon/) - Dear Northeast Journal supporters: It is with great sadness that we share with you the news that our beloved and dedicated managing editor, Susan Alderson, passed away suddenly yesterday morning. We are all in disbelief that someone with such an indomitable and vibrant spirit could be taken from us so soon. The Holiday issue of
- [Like a Shot of Espresso](https://northeastjournal.org/like-a-shot-of-espresso/) - I’d like to introduce you to my friend, Travis Moore. Travis is the living definition of the word charisma. With an energy level comparable to a welcomed shot of espresso at 3pm, Travis is an entrepreneur, devoted father, and a thespian-turned-producer with a brand-new production company developing roots right here in our backyard. We met
- [If These Walls Could Talk: Reviving a Piece of History](https://northeastjournal.org/if-these-walls-could-talk-reviving-a-piece-of-history/) - A building’s identity is not characterized solely by its architecture or construction. More often than not though, a city’s structures outlive the public they serve. Built in 1927, the Historic St. Petersburg YMCA was a flourishing center of activity for the community. So, if in all its majestic beauty, the building could recount thousands of
- [Revisiting Pier Park](https://northeastjournal.org/revisiting-pier-park/) - Once again, some are debating our Pier raising the question, “Do we still need a new pier?” Reasons for a new pier are many. For example, there are economic arguments. In 2001, the Klages Group did an economic study of the Pier and determined an economic impact for the city of $42 million annually ($56
- [Housing the Homeless with Love and Dignity](https://northeastjournal.org/housing-the-homeless-with-love-and-dignity/) - The Knights of Columbus organization puts an emphasis on serving one’s church, community, and family with virtue. That is exactly what is going on at their chapter 10157 at St. Raphael Church on Snell Isle. Father Kevin Mackin visited Pinellas Hope and saw the sad state that the tent shelters were in. They leaked when
- [Layers of Love Alzheimer’s: A Path Revealed](https://northeastjournal.org/layers-of-love-alzheimers-a-path-revealed/) - After 25 years of marriage, three children, a few career changes, and a wealth of marital and parental experiences, Martha Maddux was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s at the young age of 50. The love affair Carlen Maddux had with his wife continued to grow deeper. Maddux shares his story of the journey he and his family
- [Transforming Minds and Spaces](https://northeastjournal.org/transforming-minds-and-spaces/) - In a city with an amazing number of talented artists, Ya La’ford stands out. A visionary artist with a BFA in painting from Florida State and an MFA from the Art Institute of Boston, Ya is also a professor at St. Petersburg College and the University of Tampa. But she has a law degree, too,
- [The Original Original](https://northeastjournal.org/the-original-original/) - In Honor of Susan Woods Alderson December 7, 1944 to November 10, 2016 Managing Editor and Photographer of the Northeast Journal How does one capture the spirit and life of the original ‘Original’ – that being the title of a new series of articles about St. Petersburg natives, invented by Susan Alderson? I wrote the
- [Let the Sun Shine](https://northeastjournal.org/let-the-sun-shine/) - Being known as the Sunshine City didn’t happen by accident. It’s a badge the city wears with pride, averaging 361 days a year of warm, welcoming sunshine. Along with an abundance of sunshine comes sunburns and equally painful summer electricity bills, but there’s also opportunity. Specifically, we can explore rapidly growing clean energy initiatives, especially
- [St. Petersburg to Havana By Sail](https://northeastjournal.org/st-petersburg-to-havana-by-sail/) - After 58 years, The Granddaddy of all Sailboat Regattas Returns Snell Isle resident Bill Ballard was 16 and a junior in high school when he sailed into Havana, Cuba, as part of the six-man crew on the Celia, the late George Pearson’s 39-foot sailing yacht. It was 1954, during the heyday of the classic St.
- [Citizens Letting Their Love Shine](https://northeastjournal.org/citizens-letting-their-love-shine/) - There is a group of citizens who love St. Petersburg so much that they volunteer their time to approach, guide, and assist complete strangers while out strolling their beloved downtown streets. These friendly and knowledgeable residents are part of the Sunshine Street Team (SST), a program that the Downtown Business Association (DBA) launched just this past
- [Babe Ruth the Humanitarian](https://northeastjournal.org/babe-ruth-the-humanitarian/) - March marks the beginning of Baseball Spring Training, and there is nowhere that has more of a spring training history than St. Petersburg. Beginning with the St. Louis Browns in 1914, some nine major league teams made their spring training home in St. Petersburg. The New York Yankees played here from 1925 to 1961 with
- [Longtime Resident Reflects on the ONE and Downtown](https://northeastjournal.org/longtime-resident-reflects-on-the-one-and-downtown/) - Cathryn Sweatt has lived in her house on Sixth Avenue North for over 70 years. She moved into her two-story home with her mother, Thelma Cleo, her father, Pearley, and her brother, Paul Wayne in 1946. Cathryn was born in Inverness, Florida, and then moved with the family to the south side of St. Petersburg
- [Shipping Container Kale and Other Miracles](https://northeastjournal.org/shipping-container-kale-and-other-miracles/) - Buying local takes on a whole new meaning at Brick Street Farms, St. Petersburg’s cool, new eco-friendly farm where exotic greens like Salanova escarole, Spretnak Bibb, purple kale, and tatsoi grow in an unusual, sheltered environment – shipping containers. Like most transplanted northerners who come to Florida hoping to grow Big Boy tomatoes, green beans,
- [Pineapples Rule and Resiliency](https://northeastjournal.org/pineapples-rule-and-resiliency/) - A tale of three brothers Once upon a time, there were three brothers who, like many, experienced a series of unfortunate events and found themselves part of our local foster care system. Separated from one another in different foster homes, they held onto hope that one day they would all be together in a ‘forever’
- [Racing Greats Benefit Our City](https://northeastjournal.org/racing-greats-benefit-our-city/) - In our great city, you don’t need to look very far to find great things being done by great people. In fact, we have so many active do-good events that sometimes they are overlooked. One of the world’s auto-racing greats, Sébastien Bourdais, lives in the Shore Acres area, and has quietly worked with a growing
- [Travelogue: A Glimpse Into Volunteering in Cuba](https://northeastjournal.org/travelogue-a-glimpse-into-volunteering-in-cuba/) - In mid-January, I flew from Tampa to Havana on a trip that would introduce me to a country which has been off-limits for me (and most Americans) for most of my life. I participated in a one-week service program in Cuba with Global Volunteers, a non-profit non-governmental organization based in Minneapolis. Along with 19 other
- [Preserving One Facet of St. Pete’s Cultural Heritage: The Polish-American Society](https://northeastjournal.org/preserving-one-facet-of-st-petes-cultural-heritage-the-polish-american-society/) - Tucked between the Coast Guard Station on one side and the Army Reserve Training Center on the other, the Polish-American Society of St. Petersburg is a throwback to a different era. Monika Smolarczyk, the club’s secretary, tells me that at one time, Lithuanian, Ukrainian, Italian, Hungarian, and Polish clubs were all located within a few
- [Cruising the Seas & Settling in St. Pete](https://northeastjournal.org/cruising-the-seas-settling-in-st-pete/) - In 2012, Nancy Ballard and Kelly Townshend put their worldly possessions in storage, rented out their home in Houston, Texas, got their two dogs vet-approved for sea travel, and set sail for Florida, the Caribbean, and the Chesapeake Bay on their CT-56' sailboat. After sailing for three years, they decided their boat was too big,
- [Tam the Soccer Man](https://northeastjournal.org/tam-the-soccer-man/) - Rowdies center back Tam Mkandawire is our man! Meaning really ours... he lives in the Old Northeast! Tam and his family moved here from Tampa just a year ago. That was a small move compared to their trek across the pond – the Atlantic Ocean that is! And, there may be another leap for Tam
- [Through the Looking Glass: A Treasure Hunt](https://northeastjournal.org/through-the-looking-glass-a-treasure-hunt/) - Haven’t you always wanted to step through a looking glass into a secret land, you know, wandering to wonderland? (Come on, admit it... you have!) It really exists here in St. Petersburg; it’s possible to go on a treasure hunt right here in our city and find hidden wonderlands! The Old Northeast is sort of
- [A Volunteer Opportunity Close to Home: Teaching English](https://northeastjournal.org/a-volunteer-opportunity-close-to-home-teaching-english/) - After retiring in January, I began looking at my bucket list of travel ideas and plans. Immediately after retiring, I participated in a wonderful ten-day trip to Cuba as a volunteer (see article in May/June 2017 issue). I have trips to Greece and Poland on my list for later this year and next year. Although
- [The United Nations Finds a Place Here](https://northeastjournal.org/the-united-nations-finds-a-place-here/) - How does an Old Northeast resident – who is an Aussie immigrant with an acclaimed tenor voice, but who only sings as a hobby – bring the United Nations to Tampa Bay? Well, Robert Kruithoff, who has only lived here for three-and-a-half years, has done all that and then some. A Melbourne native, Kruithoff (or
- [The Kids and Kubs: Play Ball!](https://northeastjournal.org/the-kids-and-kubs-play-ball/) - The Kids and Kubs slow pitch senior softball club’s first game was May 30, 1931. The club is the oldest continuous soft ball club in the United States. In the early years the club played most of their games at Waterfront Park, generally where Al Lang Stadium is now located. Today they play at Northshore
- [St. Pete’s Agent for Change](https://northeastjournal.org/st-petes-agent-for-change/) - For years, television viewers have marveled over shows that focus on the duties of Navy and FBI officers. However, it’s different when one has lived that life in reality, and so it has been for St. Petersburg’s own Robert K. Cromwell. Bob, as he likes to be called, has spent over 30 years in federal
- [Three Amigos: Storytelling Through Jazz](https://northeastjournal.org/three-amigos-storytelling-through-jazz/) - When three jazz amigos met at USF, they had no idea what their future together would hold. Awarded Creative Loafing’s Best of the Bay Best Jazz Ensemble for three consecutive years, the trio called La Lucha is comprised of John O’Leary on piano, hailing from Mexico; Alejandro Arenas on bass, from Colombia; and Mark Feinman
- [Open Road, Open Heart](https://northeastjournal.org/open-road-open-heart/) - The Real Life Adventures of Ken Wilson Old Northeast resident, Ken Wilson, is a Vietnam veteran, pilot, world traveler, motor-scooter enthusiast, blogger, and humanitarian. Ken has been traveling the world since he was six months old when his parents crossed the Atlantic via a military transport ship with Ken in tow. His lifelong obsession with
- [Santa’s Helpers Are Busy at the Christmas Toy Shop](https://northeastjournal.org/santas-helpers-are-busy-at-the-christmas-toy-shop/) - Greetings from St. Petersburg’s version of the North Pole: the Christmas Toy Shop. From the outside, you would never suspect the treasure chest of toys inside. Cars zip by the nondescript beige building on 16th Street close to downtown, not far from Tropicana Field. The only hint as to the shop’s mission is the slogan
- [Mighty Storms of Tampa Bay](https://northeastjournal.org/mighty-storms-of-tampa-bay/) - While there have been many near-miss hurricanes in the Tampa Bay area – including the most recent, Hurricane Irma – there are only two so far that have really made the history books. These are the hurricanes of 1848 and 1921. We will not recount the distant 1848 hurricane here. For those interested, you may
- [Furry Superheroes of Tampa Bay: Maltese Therapy Dogs](https://northeastjournal.org/furry-superheroes-of-tampa-bay-maltese-therapy-dogs/) - While strolling around Sundial St. Pete, the downtown shopping, dining, and entertainment complex, it is not unusual to run into interesting people and their pets. Encountering Marianne and Dan Blazowich walking their three carriages of Maltese therapy dogs is an absolute delight. The dogs as well as their owners are friendly and sociable, so they
- [Finding the Tree—A Treasure Hunt](https://northeastjournal.org/finding-the-tree-a-treasure-hunt/) - Editor’s Note: This is the corrected version of the Treasure Hunt story with all of the clues to help you find the mystery tree. There is a famous tree in the Old Northeast that most everyone knows. It usually blooms in February when nothing else does, so that makes it really stand out. It is
- [Capturing the ’Burg in Acrylics](https://northeastjournal.org/capturing-the-burg-in-acrylics/) - By day, the streets of the Old Northeast proudly exhibit homes in architectural styles ranging from Craftsman Bungalow to Queen Anne Victorian built during the construction boom of the early 1900s. Beautiful, historical, and stately, these homes are works of art themselves. Brick-paved roads, magnificent palms, and grandiose live oaks add to their charm. As
- [Adventure Calls to Old Northeast Visual Storytellers](https://northeastjournal.org/adventure-calls-to-old-northeast-visual-storytellers/) - James and Julie Branaman like to think outside the box – way outside the box. They once lived in a camper van for 13 months on a cross-country trip when they moved from Seattle to St. Petersburg. They’ve traveled deep into the swamp in the Florida Everglades with the mosquitoes, the gators, and the snakes.
- [A Monument to the World’s First Airline](https://northeastjournal.org/a-monument-to-the-worlds-first-airline/) - Each year, the Tony Jannus Distinguished Aviation Society celebrates the World’s First Airline and its renowned pilot, Tony Jannus. Where was this airline? New York? Chicago? London? Berlin? No... the first airline originated right here in St. Petersburg. Presently an effort is underway to erect a worthy monument to an event that both led the
- [Finding Her Heart’s Calling In a Second Career](https://northeastjournal.org/finding-her-hearts-calling-in-a-second-career/) - How many times have you questioned your career path? As we mature, we often think about finding a job that is more rewarding, does more to help others, or would make a difference for our community or society. But how many of us would be willing to actually take that risk once our careers are
- [Preserve the ’Burg Turns 40: Preserving History, Making History](https://northeastjournal.org/preserve-the-burg-turns-40-preserving-history-making-history/) - Cities rich in history have a patchwork of buildings, old and new, historic and modern architectures, side by side. How do cities like Rome or Paris become treasures of the world today? Time. Quality. Care. Organizations like St. Petersburg Preservation – recently rebranded as Preserve the ’Burg – are doing just that: serving as champions
- [The Musical Stars In Our Neighborhood](https://northeastjournal.org/the-musical-stars-in-our-neighborhood/) - If you’re walking the dog in the neighborhood and you hear a lilting aria from Puccini’s La Bohème floating down to the sidewalk, you could surmise one of two things: your neighbors are either incredibly talented or incredibly gracious. Our very own St. Petersburg Opera Company has relied on our neighbors in the Old Northeast,
- [The Vesper Bell Handbell Ringers Sound Out!](https://northeastjournal.org/the-vesper-bell-handbell-ringers-sound-out/) - “Keeping time, time, time, In a sort of Runic rhyme, To the tintinnabulation that so musically wells From the bells, bells, bells...” Edgar Allan Poe It’s early evening and the lights are on inside. I exit my car, walk up a few steps, and open the door. I know that I’m in the right place
- [Business Smarts Empowering Community Service](https://northeastjournal.org/business-smarts-empowering-community-service/) - Lariana Forsythe: CASA’s New CEO While many neighbors in our community are aware of the tremendous work done by CASA (Community Action Stops Abuse), a new CEO at the helm hopes to take the organization to the next level through good management and smart decisions. Lariana Forsythe, CASA’s new CEO, is young, vibrant, and full
- [Meet Your Neighbor: Tom Burket](https://northeastjournal.org/meet-your-neighbor-tom-burket/) - If a teleporter existed, where would you go first? Platform 9 ¾. (If you’re a Harry Potter fan, you know that Platform 9 ¾ at King’s Cross Station is where you depart for Hogwarts.) A gadget you can’t live without: Air Conditioning Favorite childhood book: Amelia Bedelia What is something funny that has happened to
- [A Ladybug Adventure at Canterbury’s STEAM Garden](https://northeastjournal.org/a-ladybug-adventure-at-canterburys-steam-garden/) - The day started with an early morning assembly in the central patio courtyard of Canterbury’s Lower School on Snell Isle. Moms and dads stood patiently with grade-schoolers in uniforms. First came the Pledge of Allegiance and achievement awards, then the highlight of the morning – a student-run farmer’s market with bright red radishes, kale, lettuces,
- [Celebrating the Artist in Everyone](https://northeastjournal.org/celebrating-the-artist-in-everyone/) - Invest in your happiness, declares Old Northeast artist, Anna Ayres. For Anna – a watercolor, oil and acrylic painter – creating art answers the call to be happy. Her work, “reflects what she sees in nature and doesn’t try to make it one thing or another, but just lets it be.” “I have always been
- [Napa Valley to St. Pete: Chad Nuss](https://northeastjournal.org/napa-valley-to-st-pete-chad-nuss/) - Within five minutes of their first meeting, Chris Steinocher, president of the St. Petersburg Chamber of Commerce, knew immediately that Chad Nuss and his new tech company, InsideOut, would be huge wins for St. Petersburg. Chad and his team are exactly the kind of young, creative entrepreneurs the city is focused on attracting. For Chad,
- [A Tour of St. Pete’s Historical Legacy](https://northeastjournal.org/a-tour-of-st-petes-historical-legacy/) - Each person who calls St. Petersburg home does so for their own reasons. For me, it has always been an unquenchable fascination with the history of our city, especially its beautiful buildings and historical landmarks. In fact, my passion for Florida history largely stemmed from living in the Sunshine City. I found an endless supply
- [Local Students Serve as Ambassadors to St. Pete’s Sister City in Japan](https://northeastjournal.org/local-students-serve-as-ambassadors-to-st-petes-sister-city-in-japan/) - Immersing yourself in another culture can be life changing, as student ambassadors for the St. Pete Sister Cities Program quickly find out. Since 1984, more than 50 local high school students have been selected to travel to Takamatsu, Japan for a two-week stay with local families. The students serve as ‘the voice and face’ of
- [Seasons in the Symphony](https://northeastjournal.org/seasons-in-the-symphony/) - Symphony orchestras don’t grow by chance. Their presence in a community is indicative of thoughtful management, patron and donor support, as well as the ability to attract and maintain quality musicians. How did we get so lucky to have The Florida Orchestra right on our doorstep? It all starts with the musicians, each dedicated to
- [Tom Harris: Journalist for Justice](https://northeastjournal.org/tom-harris-journalist-for-justice/) - Tom C. Harris joined the St. Petersburg Times (now the Tampa Bay Times) as a copyboy in 1923 at the age of 14. His mother had taken him to the paper asking the manager if they had a job for “my son.” At the time, Tom was still in high school and wearing short pants,
- [Art Town](https://northeastjournal.org/art-town/) - It’s no secret that St. Petersburg is quickly solidifying its reputation as an arts destination and an arts community. We have world-class museums, statues, and other visual art in our parks; professional musicians from The Florida Orchestra working with students in schools; colorful murals brightening the sides of buildings; and dozens of cultural centers with
- [Elaine Normile: Vinoy Historian Extraordinaire](https://northeastjournal.org/elaine-normile-vinoy-historian-extraordinaire/) - When Robin Reed, a board member of the Historic Old Northeast Neighborhood Association, told me her friend Elaine Normile had recently retired as the historian for the Vinoy Renaissance Resort, my first thought was, “wait – the Vinoy has an historian on staff, how cool is that?” A petite, bright, articulate 70-something, Elaine retired from
- [More Power to the Pedal!](https://northeastjournal.org/more-power-to-the-pedal/) - Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds. – USPS Motto Among the many unique features of the Old Northeast, one of the longest continuous traditions is bicycle mail delivery. St. Petersburg is one of three remaining cities in the country where
- [What a Bridge!](https://northeastjournal.org/what-a-bridge/) - The Gandy Bridge is functional. The Skyway Bridge is majestic. The Salt Creek ‘Thrill Hill’ bridge is quaint. But the Snell Isle Bridge is splendid. Old Northeast and what was to become Snell Isle were originally connected by a rickety one-lane wooden bridge as early as 1917. Early master developer C. Perry Snell opened his
- [Remember 9/11 Paying Tribute to Our Military & First Responders](https://northeastjournal.org/remember-9-11-paying-tribute-to-our-military-first-responders/) - There are certain tragic occasions in our country’s history that will forever linger in our collective memory. The bombing of Pearl Harbor. John F. Kennedy’s assassination. Hurricane Katrina’s destruction in New Orleans. And 9/11. Placido Bayou resident Jo Brower is making it her life’s mission to keep the memory of 9/11 alive by honoring and
- [3 Daughters’ Winter Wonderland a Holiday Tradition](https://northeastjournal.org/3-daughters-winter-wonderland-a-holiday-tradition/) - It’s only mid-October, but Bruce Harting already sits at a table at 3 Daughters Brewing fixing a Department 56 Tinkertown Toy Factory. Starting in mid-November, he’ll be ready to display the factory and over 300 other collectibles from Department 56. The Christmas Village spans the length of the popular craft brewery’s tasting room and sits
- [God Bless the Animals](https://northeastjournal.org/god-bless-the-animals/) - Photos by Julie Branaman Judging from his forlorn expression on Sunday mornings, Henry, our little mixed-breed Chihuaua dog isn’t excited about church. It means we leave him behind while he sadly watches out the window for our return. Animals are mentioned throughout the Bible, but rarely appear in worship services. Then at the end of
- [St. Pete Rocks](https://northeastjournal.org/st-pete-rocks/) - I discovered St. Pete Rocks when I found a painted rock in Crescent Lake Park. On the back of this lovely little piece of art, it said, “Please post on FB @st.peterocks, then re-hide, or keep.” I took the rock home with the intention of doing exactly that; take a picture, post it on Facebook,
- [Power of Play Meets Power to Build](https://northeastjournal.org/power-of-play-meets-power-to-build/) - Habitat for Humanity focuses on affordable homeownership for families. Great Explorations Children’s Museum focuses on children. So it was only natural that when Habitat launched a new program creating playhouses for children, Great Explorations was the first organization to get involved. Last fall, you might have noticed a small painting party underway in the parking
- [Mickey in St. Pete: Part 1](https://northeastjournal.org/mickey-in-st-pete-part-1/) - Among the many Major League baseball greats to walk the streets of St. Petersburg was Mickey Mantle. Mantle was three times Most Valuable Player, Triple Crown winner in 1956, and still holds the record for World Series home runs at 18. He was a switch hitter, one of only 8 among position players on MLB
- [St. Pete’s Artsy Murals Move Into the Old Northeast](https://northeastjournal.org/st-petes-artsy-murals-move-into-the-old-northeast/) - Our beautiful city of St. Petersburg is becoming known as an eclectic artsy town, and our growing collection of urban murals is definitely adding to that image. Murals of all shapes, sizes, and styles are popping up overnight on the front, sides, back and even interiors of buildings. Seems like everyone wants a colorful piece
- [Preserve the ’Burg Historic St. Pete Bicycle Tour](https://northeastjournal.org/preserve-the-burg-historic-st-pete-bicycle-tour/) - I love St. Pete. I also love riding my bike and walking. When I ride, I notice and really see what is right in front of my eyes, low down and high up, rather than grabbing a quick glimpse as I drive by. Plus I don’t have to worry about finding a parking spot, not
- [Kyle Taylor: Millennial Entrepreneur](https://northeastjournal.org/kyle-taylor-millennial-entrepreneur/) - When Kyle Taylor moved into a house on our block in the Old Northeast neighborhood, I figured he must be the college-age son of the new owners. He was that youthful looking, full of energy, friendly, and engaging. I soon learned it was not his parents who were the new homeowners, but it was Kyle
- [Southeastern Guide Dogs Spread the Love](https://northeastjournal.org/southeast-guide-dogs-spread-the-love/) - St. Petersburg’s Dali Museum might be the only museum in the country where a Southeastern Guide Dog helps out during docent tours. Patricia Allen is a docent at the Dali, and since Dave, her guide dog, goes everywhere Patricia goes, he’s part of the tour every Tuesday afternoon at 12:30pm. “When I ask if there
- [Mickey in St. Pete: Part 2](https://northeastjournal.org/mickey-in-st-pete-part-2/) - In 1956, Mickey Mantle reported to spring training just after having his tonsils removed. In late February he played in the Tampa Palma Ceia Golf Club annual baseball-players-and-sports-writers golf tournament. Mickey was a late comer to the game of golf, and the Yanks were only allowed to play golf during spring training. Mantle was paired
- [The Sunscreen Film Festival Comes to St. Pete](https://northeastjournal.org/the-sunscreen-film-festival-comes-to-st-pete/) - Six years ago, I heard about the Sunscreen Film Festival, and as an aspiring animated children’s filmmaker who lives in the Old Northeast, I decided to find out more. I purchased the VIP pass so that I could attend as many workshops and discussions as possible. I wanted to learn more about how to write
- [The Racquet Club of St. Petersburg Turns 50](https://northeastjournal.org/the-racquet-club-of-st-petersburg-turns-50/) - Last November, a small celebration of a pretty cool historic St. Petersburg event took place at the Baseline Bistro, the Racquet Club of St. Petersburg’s excellent onsite restaurant. Members, staff, teaching pros, and their families celebrated the 50th birthday of the private family-oriented tennis and swim club at 170 47th Avenue NE. The history of the
- [The Bee Line Ferry](https://northeastjournal.org/the-bee-line-ferry/) - Much has been made of the success of the current ferry service operating between St. Petersburg and Tampa. But long before the current Cross-Bay Ferry, there was another ferry called the Bee Line Ferry. St. Petersburg’s development has long been tied to transportation. Our city was the result of the Orange Belt Railway being enticed
- [‘Lady and the Bard’ in My Backyard](https://northeastjournal.org/lady-and-the-bard-in-my-backyard/) - We sat on the porch, my neighbors and I – The stories grew wings, the time seemed to fly. Shakespeare was a well-known bard, a storyteller intent on passing down traditions through the spoken word. My Northeast Park neighbors, Jimmy and Michelle Moore – a.k.a. Lady and the Bard – also use spoken words, along
- [For the Love of Dogs](https://northeastjournal.org/for-the-love-of-dogs/) - Dogs, as well as many other pets, become part of the family in most households. They share time, shelter, food – and most importantly, love and companionship. And once you have had the opportunity to share all that with a loyal pet such as a dog, it brings you much joy and happiness and can
- [Horticulturist Extraordinaire: Sunken Gardens Says Goodbye to Bill O’Grady](https://northeastjournal.org/horticulturist-extraordinaire-sunken-gardens-says-goodbye-to-bill-ogrady/) - It was a flower. It was alive and wonderful. It gave the gardener hope and made him want to work even harder. And so he does – he toils day and night, tirelessly tending to his jungle of a garden. – The Little Gardener, Emily Hughes Bill O’Grady is a plant whisperer. Show him a
- [Shorecrest Headmaster Launches Children’s Book](https://northeastjournal.org/shorecrest-headmaster-launches-childrens-book/) - Like the fictional Albus Dumbledore of Hogwarts School of Wizardry, Mike Murphy – headmaster of Shorecrest Preparatory School – also has a bit of magic up his sleeve. His work shines throughout the school’s campus and in the pages of his new children’s book. Recently, while recovering from knee surgery, Mike’s interests in travel, space
- [Coming Soon: Your New St. Pete Pier™](https://northeastjournal.org/coming-soon-your-new-st-pete-pier/) - The St. Pete Pier is one of the largest construction projects the city has ever undertaken, totaling 26 acres of downtown waterfront development. If you live or work near downtown, you no doubt have seen some of the new Pier’s structures and supports starting to spiral upwards. They are the walls and framing for buildings,
- [Young, Creative, and Business Savvy](https://northeastjournal.org/young-creative-and-business-savvy/) - Drive down ever-changing Central Avenue, and at the corner of 11th Street you can’t miss the cluster of 23 royal palm trees, the sunshades, or the beach sand. The space serves as the outdoor patio for Intermezzo Coffee and Cocktail, a chic, stylish venture owned by Jarrett Sabatini, a 25-year-old entrepreneur who lives downtown on
- [St. Pete Bees Create Quite a Buzz](https://northeastjournal.org/st-pete-bees-create-quite-a-buzz/) - On a steamy Friday morning downtown, we were standing on the rooftop of the most unlikely of venues: the Museum of Fine Arts. The air was thick with tropical moisture and the sun was pounding us. Just a typical August day in Florida. We had just climbed the 20-foot ladder to the top, and we were collectively
- [Reinvention at the Museum of History](https://northeastjournal.org/reinvention-at-the-museum-of-history/) - The St. Petersburg Museum of History is about ready to again reinvent itself. I had the honor of once serving as the museum’s executive director and as a trustee on its board. I thoroughly enjoyed my time there. The museum gave me to an opportunity to apply my education in anthropology, and it was while
- [Paper Reimagined at the Museum of Fine Arts](https://northeastjournal.org/paper-reimagined-at-the-museum-of-fine-arts/) - Can you imagine a world without paper? In my small home office, I am surrounded by jotted notes, framed certificates, calendars, business cards, posters, stamps, greeting cards, and books ... all indications of how closely paper is interwoven into the fabric of daily life. The Museum of Fine Arts St. Petersburg’s touring exhibit, Above the
- [Our Neighborhood School Is Back in Session](https://northeastjournal.org/our-neighborhood-school-is-back-in-session/) - North Shore Elementary PTA and Friends of North Shore Elementary (FNSE) worked tirelessly over this summer with the faculty and staff of our historic school to ensure a flawless start to the 2019-2020 school year for our students. Leading up to the beginning of the school year, both of these groups supported several important teacher, family, and student programs. The
- [Rotary Club Celebrating a Century of ‘Service Above Self’](https://northeastjournal.org/rotary-club-celebrating-a-century-of-service-above-self/) - The Rotary Club of St. Petersburg will be celebrating its Centennial on January 25, 2020. The club was founded by none other than William L. Straub, revered editor of the St. Petersburg Times and father of our downtown waterfront parks, among many other accomplishments. The St. Petersburg Club was ‘installed’ by the Tampa Rotary Club
- [Saving Tampa Bay Waterways One License Plate at a Time](https://northeastjournal.org/saving-tampa-bay-waterways-one-license-plate-at-a-time/) - Sometimes it’s easy to tell why – out of the endless options available – the driver in front of you chose that particular specialty license plate for his or her car. They may support one of the branches of the armed forces, have graduated from that college or university, or are pledging loyalty to an
- [Changes in Latitudes Create Changes in Attitudes](https://northeastjournal.org/changes-in-latitudes-create-changes-in-attitudes/) - Since we moved to our new home in Old Northeast, a persistent discussion between my wife Ellen and me has involved the inadequacies of our little kitchen here. We should have seen this problem coming. Our Long Island home in New York had a great kitchen. It was big enough to have couches and a
- [St. Thomas’ Episcopal Church Hosts International Artist](https://northeastjournal.org/st-thomas-episcopal-church-hosts-international-artist/) - St. Petersburg is not a place where one has to work hard to find great art. Urban murals adorn buildings. Galleries are located in every corner of the city, and museums are popping up everywhere. In November, you’ll even find an internationally renowned art exhibit making its first appearance on Florida’s West Coast at a
- [Second Time Arounders: Congratulations at the Macy’s Day Parade](https://northeastjournal.org/second-time-arounders-congratulations-at-the-macys-day-parade/) - As if St. Petersburg residents needed one more reason for civic pride... In case you didn’t know, we are home to the Awesome Original Second Time Arounders Marching Band and Auxiliary. This not-for-profit organization is for those who spent time in a marching band in high school, college, or military service and now miss it.
- [Indy Makes a Difference](https://northeastjournal.org/indy-makes-a-difference/) - My downtown neighbors, Bob O’Connor and Francis Vocking, and their adorable chocolate Labradoodle, Indy, walked across the street to Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital for their regular twice-a-month visit. They were on their way to cheer up the young patients and their families. I was fortunate to be invited along to see first-hand what a
- [A Dog’s Perspective on Northeast St. Pete](https://northeastjournal.org/a-dogs-perspective-on-northeast-st-pete/) - By Cubby with a little help from Scott Brown Last June, the City of St. Petersburg won the 2019 Better Cities for Pets™ Award for large cities. This arguably gives St. Pete barking rights as one of the pet-friendliest cities in America. The St. Pete website includes a PAWS page that has an interactive map
- [Big Brothers Big Sisters Helps Young People Succeed](https://northeastjournal.org/big-brothers-big-sisters-helps-young-people-succeed/) - Three Northeast St. Pete residents are helping the next generation of young people learn the skills they need to succeed in life. Kim Harvey, an interior designer; Krista Petkov, an information technology specialist at Jabil; and Bryan Stanley, a technology sales professional are volunteers with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay, a nonprofit organization
- [St. Anthony’s Triathlon: International Acclaim, Local Favorite](https://northeastjournal.org/st-anthonys-triathlon-international-acclaim-local-favorite/) - What triathlon athletes know – and many locals may not – is just how popular the St. Anthony’s Triathlon is among professional and novice competitors alike. People from all over the world love to come here for this USA Triathlon-sanctioned race, held the last weekend of April. Now in its 37th year, the St. Anthony’s
- [Northeast Little League: A St. Pete Tradition](https://northeastjournal.org/northeast-little-league-a-st-pete-tradition/) - There’s a smell that comes with the cloud of red dust that rises when a runner slides into home plate. It’s the smell of childhood in spring. For 62 years, the baseball stadium at 45th Avenue North and First Street has been home to the Northeast Little League. This year’s Opening Day on February 22nd
- [Safe Paws Rescue: Our Neighborhood Pet Safety Net](https://northeastjournal.org/safe-paws-rescue-our-neighborhood-pet-safety-net/) - As you walk around your neighborhood, you may see dogs wearing bright yellow “Adopt Me” harnesses. Most of these dogs are probably rescue dogs and looking for their next forever home, while being fostered by caring families. There are many pet-rescue organizations, but one of them is located right here in Crescent Heights – Safe
- [Dr. Anna Loyd: Humanitarian, World Traveler](https://northeastjournal.org/dr-anna-loyd-humanitarian-world-traveler/) - There are remarkable people in St. Petersburg, and one of them is Dr. Anna Loyd. Not only is she multi-talented with a wide range of achievements, she is a world traveler, physician, athlete, and humanitarian. She also speaks four languages. Anna was born in Oklahoma, where her father was an emergency-room doctor. When she was
- [Building the City: Hennessy Construction Centennial](https://northeastjournal.org/building-the-city-hennessy-construction-centennial/) - It is said that a city’s history is written on its buildings. Perhaps no other construction company has done as much to write that history in St. Petersburg as Hennessy Construction. This year Hennessy is celebrating its centennial. The company has continuously operated in St. Petersburg since 1920. Over that time, it has built some
- [A Community Comes Together](https://northeastjournal.org/a-community-comes-together/) - The outpouring of support during COVID-19 was unprecedented as St. Petersburg came together as a community, reminding us that we were all in this together. Stories like these offer us hope. And that’s what the Northeast Journal does best. For over a decade, we’ve been delivering good news about people and organizations doing good deeds.
- [Managing a Museum While Parenting: Laura and Hank Hine Share Their COVID-19 Perspective](https://northeastjournal.org/managing-a-museum-while-parenting-laura-and-hank-hine-share-their-covid-19-perspective/) - One of the things that defines St. Petersburg is its museums. When the COVID-19 pandemic first hit our shores, the thought of closing down these landmark institutions seemed incredible, but what was impossible to imagine in early March soon became the new reality. Even so, as these cornerstones of our community sat dark, the creative
- [St. Petersburg Free Clinic, Going Strong After 50 Years](https://northeastjournal.org/st-petersburg-free-clinic-going-strong-after-50-years/) - When Jennifer Yeagley assumed the role of CEO at the St. Petersburg Free Clinic at the beginning of March, she had no idea she would be in the trenches fighting the financial fallout from the coronavirus less than a month later. In the beginning of her tenure as CEO, a busy day at the Free
- [Dotty Stewart Celebrates 57 Years With Bob Lee’s](https://northeastjournal.org/dotty-stewart-celebrates-57-years-with-bob-lees/) - On June 23, 1963, John F. Kennedy was president, gas was 22 cents a gallon, and oil was 25 cents a can with a 2-cent rebate. It’s also the day that Dotty Stewart started her job at Bob Lee’s Tire Company on 4th Street North. This past June, Dotty celebrated her 57th consecutive year as
- [Harry and Jackie Piper: St. Pete’s Archeological Detectives](https://northeastjournal.org/harry-and-jackie-piper-st-petes-archeological-detectives/) - I met Harry Piper at the St. Pete Racquet Club. For the tennis uninitiated, we have something called changeovers. After two games of tennis, everyone sits for a few minutes. During a changeover, I asked Harry what he did before he retired. “Archeologist,” he replied, awaiting the quizzical look and follow-up questions. Over a series
- [The New Pier Transforms Our Waterfront](https://northeastjournal.org/the-new-pier-transforms-our-waterfront/) - My husband Mark and I weren’t sure what to expect when we attended the media preview of the new St. Pete Pier on behalf of the Northeast Journal. I wasn’t convinced the old pier needed to be replaced with something new. But when we saw the amazing transformation of our downtown waterfront, we were astounded.
- [Sophie & Zack’s Wonderful Adventures](https://northeastjournal.org/sophie-zacks-wonderful-adventures/) - It’s hard to say who enjoyed the attention more: Mindy, the white cockatoo at Sunken Gardens with the big personality, or the students from Bear Creek Elementary. Mindy ruffled the feathered crest on top of her head as the students crowded around, eager for a look at the exotic bird and hoping she’d say hello.
- [Snell Isle Resident Luisa Jimenez Celebrates 100th Birthday](https://northeastjournal.org/snell-isle-resident-luisa-jimenez-celebrates-100th-birthday/) - Our grandmother, Luisa Bernarda Jimenez was born on Friday, August 20, 1920, in Meneses, a small town in what was then known as the Las Villas Province in north central Cuba. But that’s not what her birth certificate says. It claims she was born in 1921, not 1920. And the reason for that discrepancy is
- [Snell Isle’s Dawna Stone Empowers Women](https://northeastjournal.org/snell-isles-dawna-stone-empowers-women/) - COVID-19 may have put a halt to many community and social events, but we are wired to be social, and somehow we always find a way to adapt through challenges. Snell Isle resident Dawna Stone is a local example of someone who has shown the discipline and determination to overcome any obstacle in her way,
- [LWVSPA Celebrates Centennial of Women’s Right to Vote](https://northeastjournal.org/lwvspa-celebrates-centennial-of-womens-right-to-vote/) - On August 18, 1920, the 19th amendment to the US Constitution passed, giving American women the right to vote. Now 100 years later, Linsey Grove, president of the League of Women Voters of the St. Petersburg Area (LWVSPA), says the best way for women to celebrate this milestone is to exercise their own right to
- [Local Ghost Hunters: SPIRITS of St. Petersburg](https://northeastjournal.org/local-ghost-hunters-spirits-of-st-petersburg/) - I once met the esteemed author, Jack Kerouac, at Haslam’s Bookstore. It was an exciting experience for me, especially since he had been dead for several decades. This meeting took place during a ghost hunt performed by the SPIRITS of St. Petersburg. I was there as a paranormal investigator and he was a mysterious mist
- [Jeanne Houlton and the Japanese Art of Flower Arranging](https://northeastjournal.org/jeanne-houlton-and-the-japanese-art-of-flower-arranging/) - As a master in the Ichiyo School of Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging, Jeanne Houlton’s arrangements are a study in minimalism, balance, graceful lines, space, and proportion. More than a simple decoration, Ikebana arrangements are three-dimensional floral sculptures. “In Ikebana, the idea is less is more,” says Jeanne. “By taking away, a more
- [Christmas a Century Ago](https://northeastjournal.org/christmas-a-century-ago/) - As the 2020 holiday season approaches, we turn back the clock to pay a visit to the Christmas season of 100 years ago. In 1920, the nation and St. Petersburg were still coping with the post-World War I depression, although St. Pete was seeing good signs of recovery. World War I had come to an
- [Keep St. Pete Lit: Read and Write On!](https://northeastjournal.org/keep-st-pete-lit-read-and-write-on/) - While the City of St. Petersburg was developing its reputation over the past two decades as a premiere arts destination in the southeast, a budding native-daughter poet was set on filling the literary cultural void. What began as an effort to design and promote reading and writing events blossomed less than a year later into
- [ONE Artsy Couple: Michelle & Andre](https://northeastjournal.org/one-artsy-couple-michelle-andre/) - Not long after I arrived at Michelle Passoff and Andre Kupfermunz’s home in the Old Northeast, Andre informed me that although he was born in 1943, he’d just received the first copy of his actual birth certificate. The reason that Andre was born with a false birth record and the harrowing circumstances of his birth
- [Enjoying a Unique Snowbird Lifestyle](https://northeastjournal.org/enjoying-a-unique-snowbird-lifestyle/) - In rural upstate New York where they live six months out of the year, Jim and Eva Tomlinson have an apple grove with 100 trees; a field with raspberries, strawberries, and blackberries; two large vegetable gardens, and a big pond. It’s peaceful. They can sit on the front porch of their 100-year-old cottage and see
- [Planning Our City’s Future: StPete2050, Part 2](https://northeastjournal.org/planning-our-citys-future-stpete2050-part-2/) - StPete2050 is a city-government-initiated visioning process to explore and create a picture of what St. Pete should look like 30 years from now. It’s an update of the 2020 visioning process that took place 20 years ago. StPete2050 will result in significant revisions to the city’s Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Regulations (LDRs). They are
- [Maureen Stafford: A Champion for Historic Preservation](https://northeastjournal.org/maureen-stafford-a-champion-for-historic-preservation/) - Looking back at our own personal history can help us reflect on where we’ve been in order to see how far we’ve come. Architectural preservation can do the same for a community, allowing us to look back and appreciate a different time in history. It gives us a visible connection to the past while we
- [Mom Worked at the CIA… No Really!](https://northeastjournal.org/mom-worked-at-the-cia-no-really/) - My mom went to work at the CIA in the late 1950s, beginning her career in what was commonly referred to as the secretarial pool. After a few years, she left to start a family, then returned to work at the CIA about 10 years later. By then, she had my brother, three sisters, and
- [Changing Lives With the Red Tent Initiative](https://northeastjournal.org/changing-lives-with-the-red-tent-initiative/) - Sometimes a simple synchronicity can be life-changing in ways we couldn’t dream of at the time. That’s what happened for Barbara Rhode, a St. Petersburg licensed marriage and family therapist and founder of the Red Tent Women’s Initiative. Barbara had just finished reading Anita Diamant’s book, The Red Tent – a compelling fiction about the
- [Mirror Lake: Beauty & History](https://northeastjournal.org/mirror-lake-beauty-history/) - Take a stroll around the Mirror Lake neighborhood and soak in the beauty and history of the area, as well as the unique architecture of the buildings. The neighborhood is rich in 1920s-era architecture and a feast for the eyes. Styles include Beaux Arts, Masonry Vernacular, Mediterranean Revival, Modern, and Moorish. More recent buildings include
- [Imagine Getting Paid for Your Hobby](https://northeastjournal.org/imagine-getting-paid-for-your-hobby/) - Imagine getting paid for your hobby. Shore Acres resident John Satino does just that. He’s a car guy from way back in his childhood, hanging out in his stepdad’s garage, and later fixing cars needing a lot of work, which he bought from the ‘back lot’ of the local Chevy dealership and then sold for
- [Sew Much Hope Project](https://northeastjournal.org/sew-much-hope-project/) - The US has long been a beacon of hope to people who wish to make new lives for themselves. But moving to and adjusting to a new country can be difficult without some friendly help. That’s where the Sew Much Hope Project, founded by a mother and daughter team – Janet Meyer, a resident of
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