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Local Obama nomination watching parties set

Couldn't afford the air fare to Denver to see Barack Obama accept his nomination tonight but want to party anyway? Here's a few options, courtesy of the Pinellas Democratic Party: St Pete's Obama'08 Nomination Bash! (click here to sign up) Please join us for this very exciting moment in history! Together we will watch Senator Barack Obama [...]
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Five Things to Do Today

1. As part of Roundup 2008 - USF's annual back to school kick off party - the school hosts all manner of live entertainment, including guest appearances by Reno 911's Carlos Alazraqui and Cedric Yarbrough (Officer James Garcia and Deputy S. Jones, respectively), and a set of stand-up by comedian Mike Birbiglia (pictured at left, [...]
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Live Blogging Tonight

Tonight on The Political Whore blog we'll be offering a live, off-the-cuff take on Sen. Barack Obama's acceptance speech. Some of you may have caught our live blogging of Hillary Clinton's speech on Tuesday. We had so much fun, we're doing it again. So, will it be a disaster of epic proportions or the inspiring coronation [...]
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Big Beers Going Busto?

The NYT confronts an issue that has been plaguing me for years now -- why so many high-alcohol brews? For a decade or so, beer has experienced an alcohol-content creep. Go into a restaurant or bar with a good beer selection and they'll likely print the ABV percentage on the list. People adore the idea [...]
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The Short List -- Thurs., Aug 28

Joe Biden gives 'em a little hell after leaving not a dry eye in the house. Tonight, Barack finally takes the stage. Former President Clinton passes the torch. Hurricane Gustav approaches the Gulf. Russia finds itself in the international doghouse. Sarasota's pursuit of the Red Sox makes its way into the NY Times. Ok, [...]
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PODCASTS

Why I'm Best of the Bay (Ellen)

Ellen Rivera with the Museum of Fine Arts in St. Petersburg tells us why she (and the museum) are the Best of the Bay. Creative Loafing Media 2008.

Author: creativeloafingtampa
Keywords: Creative Loafing Best of the Bay Museum Fine Arts Ellen Rivera Painting Live Music Antiques Film Series
Added: August 25, 2008

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Why I'm Best of the Bay (Ellen)

Ellen from the Museum of Fine Arts in St. Petersburg tells us why she (and the museum) are the Best of the Bay. Creative Loafing Media 2008

Author: creativeloafingtampa
Keywords: Creative Loafing Best of the Bay Museum Fine Arts Ellen
Added: August 25, 2008

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Why I'm Best of the Bay (Bethany)

Bethany tells Creative loafing why she's the best beer snob of the bay.

Author: creativeloafingtampa
Keywords: Best of the Bay video blog
Added: August 25, 2008

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Imperial Stouts

Big, thick and black - Imperial Stouts are a favorite of many craft beer drinkers. Usually heavy on chocolate, coffee and alcohol, these big beers are perfect during the cool months, with a great dessert or with a fine cigar. This week, we take a look at three of them and talk about how this style can vary quite a bit. Also, have we found one that can give our favorite, Great Divide Yeti Imperial Stout, a run for its money? Listen to see! Got a favorite beer from your region? Send it our way and we'll try it on the show! Email us at podcast [at] davisondraft [dot] com. Sampled this week: Le Coq Imperial Extra Double Stout, Avery Mephistopheles Stout, and North Coast Old Rasputin.

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The Dark Knight IMAX Premiere at Muvico Baywalk

Creative Loafing's exclusive coverage of the IMAX premiere of The Dark Knight at Muvico Baywalk in St. Petersburg. Interviews and more. Hosted by Alfie. Shot by Zach Holmes. Produced by Joran Oppelt. Creative Loafing Media 2008.

Author: creativeloafingtampa
Keywords: Dark Knight Batman Heath Ledger Christian Bale Muvico Baywalk St. Petersburg Creative Loafing Film Movies Theater
Added: August 17, 2008

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