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SUMMARY:MLK Business Meeting Hosted by SUNMED | Your CBD Store St. Petersburg
DESCRIPTION:Please RSVP by emailing hello@mlkbusinessdistrict.org – first visit is free and following attendance requires you to be a MLK Business District member. \nThe MLK Business District is kicking off our October Networking Social at SUNMED | Your CBD Store St. Petersburg on Wednesday\, October 8th at 5:30-7PM. \nOur monthly meeting’s are OPEN TO THE PUBLIC for the first visit – come connect with local business owners\, community leaders\, and neighbors. \n📌 After this kickoff event\, attendance will be exclusive to MLK Business District members. If you’ve been curious about joining\, this is the perfect chance to experience the value of being part of our business community! \n📍 SUNMED | Your CBD Store St. Petersburg\n🗓️ Wednesday\, October 8th • 5:30-7PM \n✨ Don’t miss this opportunity to network\, collaborate\, and grow together.
URL:https://mlkbusinessdistrict.org/district-event/mlk-business-meeting-hosted-by-sunmed-your-cbd-store-st-petersburg/
LOCATION:1219 Dr MLK Jr. Street N\, Saint Petersburg\, Florida 33701\, 1219 Dr MLK Jr. Street N\, St. Petersburg\, 33701\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fall Festivus
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season at Fall Festivus\, a free community event hosted by the MLK Business District in St. Petersburg\, FL! On Sunday\, October 5\, 2025\, from 10 AM to 2 PM at 1-375 Park on MLK\, families and friends are invited to enjoy a festive autumn experience filled with food\, fun\, and live entertainment. \nGuests can explore a variety of local food trucks\, shop from unique vendors\, capture memories at the pumpkin patch photo booth\, and let the kids enjoy exciting activities. With something for all ages\, Fall Festivus is the perfect way to kick off the fall season while supporting local businesses and building community connections. \n🎃 Pumpkin Patch Sponsor – $75Show your support for the community while getting your business noticed! As a Pumpkin Patch Sponsor\, your logo will be featured on the MLK website event page\, plus you’ll receive shoutouts on social media and mentions in our bi-weekly email blasts. You’ll also have the opportunity to set up a booth at the event (just bring your own table\, chairs\, and décor). \nBring your friends\, your family\, and your fall spirit—entry is free\, and everyone is welcome!
URL:https://mlkbusinessdistrict.org/district-event/fall-festivus/
LOCATION:1-375 Park on MLK\, 879 4th Ave N\, St. Petersburg\, 33701\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Samantha Marti":MAILTO:hello@mlkbusinessdistrict.org
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SUMMARY:CBD Paint & Sip September - Your CBD Store | SUNMED
DESCRIPTION:We need more rainbows 🌈 so that’s our theme this Saturday for our paint night. $20 gets you a teacher led class\, one N/A functional Seltzer and the joy of adding another rainbow to the world!! \nSign up at: https://form.jotform.com/252105992987066
URL:https://mlkbusinessdistrict.org/district-event/cbd-paint-sip-september/
LOCATION:1219 Dr MLK Jr. Street N\, Saint Petersburg\, Florida 33701\, 1219 Dr MLK Jr. Street N\, St. Petersburg\, 33701\, United States
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SUMMARY:Downtown Waterfront Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Downtown Waterfront Committee has been active in advocating for thoughtful redevelopment along our waterfront. One of the recent major actions was sending a letter of support for a traffic study along key waterfront corridors\, including the Pier and the Center for the Arts area\, to better understand and address current congestion and pedestrian safety concerns. \n  \nIn July\, the Committee met with the Center for the Arts consultant\, ASD | Sky\, and other project stakeholders to discuss the proposed redevelopment plan. That plan envisions a reimagined arts district spanning from the Mahaffey Theater to the Dali Museum\, with features such as a new parking garage\, expanded green promenade\, enhanced public access\, and retail and arts space. Importantly\, recent revisions to the proposal no longer include a conference center\, reflecting input from community stakeholders and evolving priorities. \n  \n🗓️ Next Committee Meeting Date: Monday\, September 22 \n🕒 Time: 3:30 pm \n📍 Location: St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce \n🔗 Learn more and register here
URL:https://mlkbusinessdistrict.org/district-event/downtown-waterfront-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:100 2nd Ave. N. Suite 150 St. Petersburg\, FL 33701-3351 United States ROOM 124\, 100 2nd Ave. N. Suite 150 Room 124\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Christie Bruner":MAILTO:cbruner@stpete.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250919T130000
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SUMMARY:Sustainability & Resilience Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Sustainability & Resilience Committee continues advancing tools and practices that help St. Pete better withstand storms and climate-driven challenges. We recently launched a Storm Mitigation & Recovery Resources webpage\, complete with a procurement guide\, to support businesses and residents in preparing for\, responding to\, and recovering from severe weather events.  In parallel\, the Committee has been discussing a new Resilient Flood Mitigation Workforce Development proposal — a strategy aimed at building local capacity to address flood risk through trained workers and stronger public‐private partnerships. \nLooking ahead\, mark your calendars for “Get on the Bus: SunRunner Tour” on THIS FRIDAY\, September 19 from 1:00 to 5:00 PM. This special event will bring together topics of sustainability\, transportation\, and housing\, showcasing how the SunRunner Bus Rapid Transit line is shaping a more connected\, resilient St. Petersburg by highlighting infrastructure\, community development\, and transit-oriented growth. \n  \n  \n🗓️ Next Committee Meeting Date: Wednesday\, October 15 \n🕒 Time: 3:30 pm \n📍 Location: St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce \n🔗 Learn more and register here
URL:https://mlkbusinessdistrict.org/district-event/sustainability-resilience-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Metropolis Parking Garage (Previously Sundial Parking Garage) 1st Ave N & 1st St N St. Petersburg\, FL 33701\, 1st Ave N & 1st St N\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Christie Bruner":MAILTO:cbruner@stpete.com
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SUMMARY:Legislative Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Our Chamber’s Legislative Committee has released the Legislative Agenda Survey\, inviting members and stakeholders to share priorities for the year ahead. Responses will be used to shape the Chamber’s official legislative agenda\, which we plan to approve at the December Board of Governors meeting. We are also preparing events to engage our community and leadership in the legislative process — a Legislative Preview Lunch is tentatively scheduled for December\, and a group trip to Tallahassee is being planned for February 10-11 to meet with state officials and advocate on behalf of our region.  The Tallahassee trip will again be partnering with Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber and Amplify Clearwater to present a regional effort to meet with policymakers directly. \nOne item under serious consideration is a Chamber appropriation request earmarked toward funding apprenticeship programs and fostering partnerships. The Chamber has been researching and formulating this request along with Tampa Bay Tech\, who already is working on a robust apprenticeship program in partnership with Accenture.  This potential request reflects growing recognition of how workforce training and apprenticeships can strengthen both individual careers and local economic development. \n  \n🗓️ Next Committee Meeting Date: Friday\, September 19 \n🕒 Time: 9:00 am \n📍 Location: St.  Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce \n🔗 Learn more and register here
URL:https://mlkbusinessdistrict.org/district-event/legislative-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:100 2nd Ave. N. Suite 150 St. Petersburg\, FL 33701-3351 United States\, 100 2nd Ave. N. Suite 150\, St. Petersburg\, 33701\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Christie Bruner":MAILTO:cbruner@stpete.com
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SUMMARY:Dalí Alive 360°
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss the Dalí Museum’s “Dalí Alive 360°”. Enjoy this immersive experience celebrating the life and creative genius of Salvador Dalí\, one of the most influential and inventive artists of the modern era. This multisensory art experience envelops visitors in 360 degrees of light and sound inside the Dalí Dome\, a new space on the museum’s campus. \nBefore or after enjoying Dalí Alive 360°\, be sure to spend a few hours viewing the paintings inside the main building\, itself an artistic masterpiece\, then relax over lunch or a snack at Cafe Gala. \nSeparate\, timed tickets are required for this experience. Reduced admission tickets to the museum itself are available Thursdays after 5 p.m.
URL:https://mlkbusinessdistrict.org/district-event/dali-alive-360/
LOCATION:One Dali Blvd. St. Petersburg\, FL 33701\, United States
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SUMMARY:2025 Preservation Awards
DESCRIPTION:Join us for PTB’s 2025 Preservation Awards celebration at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Historic Mirror Lake. \nJoin us for a special evening in the newly designated Mirror Lake historic district as we celebrate the accomplishments of individuals and businesses that have invested in preserving\, restoring\, and reusing the city’s historic buildings and places. This public acknowledgement serves as a powerful motivation for others to keep St. Pete special. \nEnjoy a catered buffet\, cash bar\, and guest speakers. More details TBA. \nInterested in sponsoring this event? Contact us at info@preservetheburg.org
URL:https://mlkbusinessdistrict.org/district-event/2025-preservation-awards/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Church in Historic Mirror Lake.\, United States
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SUMMARY:MLK Business District Meeting at 4Fitness
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the next MLK Business District Meeting at 4Fitness — a boutique fitness studio offering personalized 1-on-1 training and small group classes of up to 8 people. Experience unique workouts like Fly Bungee\, Flying Pilates\, Aerial Yoga\, Surfset\, and more! \nTime: Wenesday April 9\, 5:30-7PM\nLocation: 721 Dr. M.L.K. Jr St S\, St. Petersburg\, FL 33705\nParking: Large lot on the south side (8th Ave) — enter through the door marked with the 4Fitness sign.\nCome network\, collaborate\, and discover the vibrant businesses that make the MLK Business District thrive!”
URL:https://mlkbusinessdistrict.org/district-event/mlk-business-district-meeting-at-4fitness/
LOCATION:721 Dr. M.L.K. Jr St S\, St. Petersburg\, FL 33705\, United States
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