safety harbor fl localism: Safety Harbor Florida's Funky Art - 02/17/12 06:31 AM
Safety Harbor Florida's Funky Art is indeed something worth sharing. While I was in Safety Harbor yesterday for lunch, my girlfriend Natalie and I took a drive through a particular neighborhood that we both know and love. Natalie is an art teacher and I am a former potter, so we both enjoy funky art.
These homes have evolved during the years and the homeowners have been adding more and more unusual pieces of funky art to decorate their homes, garages and yards.
The really wonderful thing is that more and more homes in this neighborhood are constantly getting involved … (9 comments)
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safety harbor fl localism: Whistle Stop Grill - Safety Harbor Florida - Best Vegan Lunch Around - 02/16/12 08:12 PM
Whistle Stop Grill - Safety Harbor Florida - Best Vegan Lunch Around
Today I met my girlfriend, Natalie Keyes, for lunch. Natalie and I go back a long way.....we used to have classrooms right next door to each other back when I was teaching. It is always wonderful, getting together and sharing what is going on. We are both busy and don't do this as much as we would like, but that is life. So today we decided to go to the Whistle Stop Grill on Main Street in Safety Harbor Florida for lunch.
We used to go … (4 comments)
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safety harbor fl localism: Marshall Street Park - Safety Harbor Florida - Great Party Destination - 11/28/11 08:56 AM
Oma's Little Princess turned 5 this past week and the 'official' party was held at Marshall Street Park in Safety Harbor Florida.
Safety Harbor Florida has so many wonderful parks and Marshall Street Park offered everything that was needed for a great afternoon.
Besides Spider Girl turning five, it was great to see my nephew, Joseph Roberts, who is in pre-med at the University of Florida up in Gainesville. I don't get to see him nearly enough and was amazed at how TALL he has gotten!
If you are looking for the perfect place to have a party, … (0 comments)
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safety harbor fl localism: Philippi Park - Safety Harbor Florida - 09/13/11 07:57 PM
One of my favorite parks in our area is Philippi Park in Safety Harbor Florida. Located directly on the shores of Tampa Bay, Philippi Park has so much to offer!
Whether you are there to explore the temple mound of the Tocobaga Tribe that lived there before the white man came to the Tampa Bay Area or simply want to enjoy a long hike in the picturesque park that overlooks the bay, Philippi Park is a great destination for the entire family.
There is a great playground for the little ones and picnic shelters that can be reserved for parties.
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safety harbor fl localism: Safety Harbor Florida - More Unique Photos - 05/02/11 04:39 PM
Safety Harbor is such a unique and funky little town located directly on Tampa Bay. It is always difficult to take only one or two photographs! While I was there today I took several shots of individual homes and one more than uniquely individual garage!
And while the AR photo blogger contest only allowed a single photo, it was impossible NOT to want to share some more of these photos with everyone!
You have to attempt to imagine all of these homes in a row on one really funky street! There are many artsy homes and shops in … (4 comments)
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safety harbor fl localism: ActiveRainPhotoBloggerContest Entry Of Safety Harbor Florida - 05/02/11 04:26 PM
The ActiveRainPhotoBloggerContest is responsible for this blog post and there is no better place to take photos for such a contest than in the eclectic town of Safety Harbor Florida. Situated on Tampa Bay, Safety Harbor is just across the bay from the City of Tampa and just down the road from St Petersburg and Clearwater. It is also convenient to the world famous Gulf Beaches of Clearwater Beach and the other barrier islands to the immediate south.
The town of Safety Harbor has developed into a rather unique community of artists and small shop owners. It is indeed fitting that … (25 comments)
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safety harbor fl localism: Water Lilies In Safety Harbor Florida - 09/30/10 03:26 PM
Water lilies are another beautiful plant. Safety Harbor has many ponds that have these lovely plants in them! When I see a water lily it reminds me of being at Piestany in the Slovak Republic. This world famous spa town has some of the most beautiful water lilies I have ever seen.
But you don't have to travel around the world to see them, there are a wide variety right here in sub-tropical Safety Harbor Florida! Where the sun always shines and it NEVER snows!!!
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safety harbor fl localism: Bailey's Naturals - Safety Harbor Florida - 08/18/10 10:13 AM
There is an adorable little herbal apothecary at 470 2nd Street North in Safety Harbor Florida that I love going to! The owner, Julie Brannon, is a joy. She always greets you with a smile! If the item you need is not in the store, she will special order it for you and give you a call once it comes in!
If you have a specific problem and need a herbal concoction, Julie is the person to see! She can mix together a tea for what ails you!!! When you stop by be sure to tell her I sent you!
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safety harbor fl localism: Safety Harbor Florida Is Beautiful - 08/12/10 09:57 AM
Safety Harbor Florida, located directly on Tampa Bay, is really a beautiful little town! It has wonderful parks, a great library and the world famous Safety Harbor Spa!
The spa is located directly on Tampa Bay, next to the marina! Back when I was a school teacher we would kick off the new school year with breakfast at the Safety Harbor Spa - held for all teachers in Safety Harbor and put on my the mayor's office!
This is also a nice place to meet for a cup of coffee after a long day of shopping!
From here … (5 comments)
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safety harbor fl localism: Safety Harbor's Veterans Memorial Marina Park - 08/11/10 12:21 PM
Safety Harbor Florida has many parks located throughout town but the one directly downtown, next to the Safety Harbor Spa is really a great place for a picnic!
You can launch your boat here or go out to fish off of the pier! And nothing can beat a quiet picnic in the park itself!
Next to the boat ramp (which goes directly into Tampa Bay) are signs explaining that these waters are frequented by manatees. The signage explains all about going slow through these waters and to watch out for these gentle mammals!
There is always a breeze … (2 comments)
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safety harbor fl localism: Safety Harbor Florida's 500 Year Old Live Oak Tree - 08/10/10 06:05 PM
Yes, you did read correctly, Safety Harbor Florida has a 500 year old live oak tree! I took several photos of it today, talked to it, touched it - no, I am not loosing my marbles, just feeling a special oneness with the planet!
This is the most magnificent tree I have ever seen! Safety Harbor has hundreds of old live oak trees but none are as old or as large as this ancient member of our community!
This mammoth tree was here long before the white man and will probably still be here when we are gone again … (9 comments)
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safety harbor fl localism: Florida's Coastal Bird - the Pelican - 03/02/09 03:28 PM
The pelican has always fascinated me - even as a child, when we would go out fishing, these large birds would immediately fly up to the boat and wait for handouts! I remember the first time I saw a pelican take a fish from my father, throw it up in the air and catch it, head first, as it slid down the throat! I was amazed!
Things have not changed that much - pelicans are all over the bay and frequent all the fishing spots! They wait for handouts but when that isn't working, they dive in for their meal! … (6 comments)
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safety harbor fl localism: Safety Harbor Florida Has Wonderful Parks - 02/07/09 11:41 AM
Safety Harbor Florida is located directly on Tampa Bay. It is home to a world class spa and a quaint downtown area with unique little shops.
Safety Harbor is also home to some really great parks! The Marshall Street Park offers boardwalk paths that wind through the cypress trees and palmettos. It is a wonderful way to spend your morning, listening to the birds and wild turkey!
The Marshall Street Park also has an area for the kids to play and enjoy being outside. There are picnic tables and public facilities.
Safety Harbor Florida is a wonderful place to … (0 comments)
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safety harbor fl localism: Hazardous Waste Collection - Pinellas County - Fall 2008 - 03/25/08 09:27 AM
Here is the Fall collection for hazardous waste for Pinellas County! It is such a good idea to dispose of harmful items properly and not do more harm to our environment!
Remember, that these collection sites are open from 9am to 2pm on Saturdays (on the dates posted here) so print it out and put it on your 'fridge along with the one for Spring! This is information every household should have!
September 6 Largo Solid Waste Facility on Starkey Rd
September 20 Gulfport Recreation Center on Shore Blvd
October 4 St Petersburg Home Depot and Circuit City on Tyrone Blvd
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safety harbor fl localism: Safety Harbor - A Gem Like No Other - 02/21/08 01:50 PM
Safety Harbor is indeed a gem like no other! This delightful community located in Pinellas County, directly on Tampa Bay, is only minutes to the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico!
It is also home to a unique population! Here you will find everything from the artist community (complete with their funky older homes) to multimillion dollar mansions!
If you are looking for a wonderful community to call home, you need not look further than Safety Harbor!
Give Barbara-Jo a call at 727-512-0910 today! I would love to show you around the place we call home!!!
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safety harbor fl localism: Why I Love Florida - 02/20/08 08:26 PM
Why I love Florida - let's see, could it be the fact that while the rest of the nation is freezing and paying unbelievable amounts of their hard earned cash to keep warm, I am down here in the sun only needing a jacket during the late hours of the night during this month of February??? Or could it be that even during the 'cold' winter months here in Florida we have beautiful flowers blooming, like these azalea???
Tired of freezing up north? Tired of shoveling snow? Wishing you could enjoy year round sunshine???? Give us a call today!!!!
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safety harbor fl localism: Safety Harbor Is One of the Cutest Communities in Pinellas County! - 02/20/08 08:10 PM
Safety Harbor is one of the cutest communities in Pinellas County! There are so many small business that have transformed the older homes into quaint little boutiques and shops. There is a sense of pride in the community that you do not find in other places.
Whether you are looking for a really great place for dinner, the local psychic, aromatherapy or the best crepes in town, you can find all of this and so much more in Safety Harbor.
If you would like more information about this fantastic community located in north Pinellas County, right on Tampa Bay, … (1 comments)
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safety harbor fl localism: Whistle Stop Grill and Bar - Safety Harbor - 02/20/08 03:36 PM
Safety Harbor is indeed an eclectic community and this quaint little town on Tampa Bay is becoming more and more diversified as adorable shops pop up all over town! One of my personal favorites is the Whistle Stop Grill and Bar.
The Whistle Stop Grill and Bar has outside seating on picnic tables under the trees and serve the best milk shakes in town!!! They also have fantastic burgers and if you want a beer to go with it, they offer a fine selection.
And, yes, they do indeed offer Fried Green Tomatoes, just like the Whistle Stop in … (3 comments)
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safety harbor fl localism: Take Care Of Yourself - 01/24/08 12:20 PM
The mornings here in the Bay Area have been foggy and cool - you can tell it is winter in Florida. These bones feel the cold weather and need some TLC after a long day out and about. What to do??? Well, first a trip to one of the local Farmer's Markets! There I can pick up some fantastic local honey! I love honey on my peanut butter sandwich and in my tea!!! And what could be better than local honey from the Farmer's Market?
Many local towns have Farmer's Markets. Dunedin has one on Friday mornings, Safety Harbor has one … (7 comments)
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safety harbor fl localism: Arbor Day in Safety Harbor - 01/14/08 11:53 AM
Arbor Day is January 18th and this year the city of Safety Harbor will be celebrating Arbor Day with the unveiling of the new Florida license plate in J. Wilson Park (located on Main Street in downtown Safety Harbor). The unveiling will take place at 4pm in the afternoon.
Governor Charlie Crist will be on hand to participate in a special tree planting ceremony during which a Southern Red Cedar will be planted in the park. The tree is a donation of the International Association of Arboriculture.
The new state license plate will say 'trees are cool' and will cost $25. … (0 comments)
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