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July's Z-Feast to Welcome New Members and Meet Old Friends
Tuesday, July 15th; 6:30 pm
Bella Brava
515 Central Ave, St Petersburg,
(727) 895-5515
http://www.bellabrava.net/ShowPage.asp?page=TOUR.asp
For years, Bella Brava owners Dyce Craig and Michael Venturo have enjoyed traveling the hills of Tuscany with their families, and dining on outstanding traditional Tuscan fare - flavorful cheeses, authentic pastas, fresh herbs, meats and seafood, and pizzas with thin, cracker-like crusts. At Bella Brava New World Trattoria, Craig and Venturo have given this same traditional cuisine new life in their hometown of St. Petersburg.
Stylish, yet inviting, the atmosphere at Bella Brava blends warm, comfortable colors with a modern and lively attitude. St. Petersburg's incredible weather makes the second floor balcony a fun and scenic outdoor dining option.
July's Z-Feast will be on Tuesday, July 15th. We will meet at Bella Brava’s upstairs bar for vino and conversazione starting at 6:30pm followed by dinner at 7pm.
Zodiac Group members will receive 50% off their entrée for this evening. And be sure to return to Bella Brava throughout the month of July for a special “Surreal Deal” where Zodiac members receive a "Buy one get one free for the other entree with the least expensive entree being free". Members will need to present their membership cards for the “Surreal Deal”.
Enjoy half-price on every bottle of wine purchased with an entree on every Wednesday of 2008 (excluding Holidays). Come in and enjoy your favorite wine at half-price with delicious urban Italian cuisine.
Please RSVP to Harry Venezia at HarryVen@Tampabay.rr.com. |
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Save the Date: Friday, July 18, 8:00 p.m.
“Z” Big Lebowski Achiever’s Trip
Way out west there was this fella I wanna tell ya about. Goes by the name of Jeff Lebowski. See, this Lebowski, he called himself "The Dude." Now, ah heck, the Zodiac Group is going to watch a film about him. Reckon there’ll be some bowling, maybe an optional white Russian and a viewing of this popular cult film, known for its crazy characters, surreal dream sequences and a whole wagon-load of stars.
We’ll meet at Ten Pins Lanes on Pasadena Avenue for some bowling before the film, which starts at 10:30 p.m. at the Beach Theatre. Costumes are encouraged.
Click here for The Big Lebowski trailer:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r_GCRFRcWxA
Please save the date for this surreal night of cool; more details to come.
The Dude Abides. |
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The Zodiac Group's
7th Annual Z-Grapes
Friday, September 5, 2008
MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON!
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NEW!
The Zodiac Group's
1st Ever Halloween Party
in partnership with these other young professionals groups...
The Contemporaries of the St. Petersburg Museum of Fine Arts
&
The Avant Garde of the Tampa Museum of Art
November 1, 2008
This sure to be spectacular event will be hosted at the new and beautiful Hazel Hough wing of the St. Petersburg Museum of Fine Arts.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON!
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June's Z-Feast Social and Dinner
Wednesday, June 4th; 6:00 p.m.
Pia's Trattoria
3054 Beach Blvd. South
Gulfport
327-2190
Si, there is a Pia !! She has created a lovely Mediterranean (or Adriatic) atmosphere with her rustic Italian restaurant near the beach in Gulfport. The menu offers a variety of pastas and salads while special entrees feature the talents of the chef with something different to choose from everyday.
The "Concise Cambridge Italian Dictionary" defines the verb "trattare" in English as "to treat, to handle, to work, to play, to deal with, to deal in, to discuss, to provide food," and hence, the word, trattoria. Pia's casual decor is inviting and comfortable with indoor and outdoor garden seating that compliments Gulfport's identity as an art community.
Zodiac Group members receive either a complimentary glass of wine or appetizer, as well as the opportunity to return to Pia's Trattoria during the month of June to enjoy one entree at half price with the purchase of one at full price.
Join the Zodiac Group for their Z-Feast on Wednesday, June 4th for vino and conversazione starting at 6 p.m. with dinner to follow at
Afterwards you'll feel like a walk around - in girando - our very own riviera.
Please RSVP to Alison Hardage at Alison.Hardage@verizon.net
MUST PROVIDE ZODIAC MEMBERSHIP ID# |
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The Salvador Dalí Museum’s Zodiac Group
presents our
7th Annual Martini Tasting and Silent Auction
Martini Madness – Some Like it Dirty!
Friday, May 9, 2008
7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
at
Nova 535
535 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St. N
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Attention all movie goers and Dali lovers! Our annual martini tasting and silent art auction plans to be the best yet. This year's theme has a unique 40s and 50s movie twist while tying in a celebration for the current exhibit, "Dali & Film". We also have twenty prominent Bay area artists who have created original pieces honoring Dali from the 40s and 50s through painting, photography, and sculpting. Come try our specialty martinis featuring Trump Vodka, food catered by Nova 535, and fantastic music provided by DJ Shannon, this is incredible art event will sell out!
Admission: $30 for Zodiac Group Members
$45 for Non-Zodiac Members
$10 additional for day of event, if available.
To purchase tickets, please call 1-866-440-7880 or
CLICK HERE
All proceeds benefit The Salvador Dali Museum.
Sponsor: Trump Vodka & tbt* |
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The Zodiac Group
presents our very first...
Mystery Trip !
A trip into the beyond
(and back by 4::00pm)
Saturday, April 19th, 11:30am
at the Salvador Dalí Museum
Come spend the afternoon with the Zodiacs in the group's first trip to the unknown! The cost is $10, not including food. Carpools can be coordinated. Completely informal & you will spend some time outside. BYOC (bring your own car)
EVENT RECAP:
For those that missed the Saturday Mystery Trip, the Zodiac Group went to Solomon's Castle in Ona, Florida and had an amazing time. Fourteen mystery minded individuals decided to take a chance on an amazing Spring day, having a great lunch, some really crazy art, and a walk in the woods. For those that have not been, Solomon's Castle is some sixty (60) miles away. Built entirely by hand by sculpter Howard Solomon, this roadside attraction must be seen to be believed.
Stay tuned for more Mystery Trips!
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 Pictured are the Zodiac Group member in attendance, with the Boat in the Moat Restaurant behind. |
March's Z-Feast Social and Dinner
Wednesday, March 5th; 6:30 p.m.
Middle Grounds Grill
10925 Gulf Blvd.
Treasure Island, FL 33706
www.middlegroundsgrill.com
It's Spring Break Time!!! Why not take it to the BEACH?
The group will meet at 6:30 p.m. for pre-dinner adult beverages. Reserved seating at 7:00 p.m.
This is one of the greatest values to your Zodiac Group membership and a fantastic way to meet new friends and catch up with old ones in a casual setting. Enjoy $12.95 dinner specials (choice of 8 entrees) with live music from 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Drinks, etc. are normal price with gratuity added to the total bill.
Please RSVP to Lisa Kaschak, Zodiac VP, at lisak132@msn.com by 5:00 p.m. 3/3/08
MUST PROVIDE ZODIAC MEMBERSHIP ID#
The Zodiac Group looks forward to another fun, fantastic and surreal year of supporting the Salvador Dali Museum and the local arts community. |
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The Zodiac Group's
7th Annual Musical Chairs Dinner
Thursday, February 7, 2008
6:30pm - Appetizers & Drinks
Dinner begins promptly at 7:15pm
At
Savannah's Cafe
1113 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg
Meet new members and guests at each new seating while playing SURREAL games at Downtown St. Petersburg's newest fine dining establishment. The Zodiac Group's most intimate and fun event to get our new year started off right?
COST: $40 for Zodiac Members, $50 non-Z members
Tax and gratuity included. Cash bar.
VERY IMPORTANT TO REGISTER EARLY!
RSVP by February 4th <<CLICK HERE TO ORDER TICKETS>> or call 1-866-440-7880
Event limited to 60 participants.
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January's Z-Feast Social and Dinner
Tuesday, January 15th; 6:30 p.m.
Primi Urban Cafe
27 4th Street North St Petersburg
727-895-4909
The ever popular Z-Feast is back, once again!
This is one of the greatest values to your Zodiac Group membership and a fantastic way to meet new friends and catch up with old ones in a casual setting. For this meal only, each Zodiac Group member is given 50% off his or her entree (which does not include pasta dishes). Drinks, appetizers, etc. are normal price with gratuity added to the total bill. The Z-Feast officially starts with drinks at 6:30 and seating is usually at 7.
For the rest of the month the Zodiac members receive a "Buy one get one free for the other entree with the least expensive entree being free". Members will need to present their membership cards.
Primi Urban Cafe is casual Italian food with a South African flair. Amazing pastas, salads, appetizers, you name it, all at a very reasonable price. Creative Loafing's "Best New Restaurant of the Bay, 2006" and "Best Bolognaise of the Bay, 2007". This is your chance to catch this local jewel of a restaurant.
Please rsvp to rep355@gmail.com - MUST PROVIDE MEMBERSHIP ID#
The Zodiac Group looks forward to another fun, fantastic and surreal year of supporting the Salvador Dali Museum and the local arts community. |
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| The Zodiac Group |
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The original Zodiac Group was created in France in 1932 and consisted of 12 collectors who each sponsored Salvador Dali for one month of each year. In exchange, each patron received a work that Dali produced during that same month. To honor them for their devotion to the arts Salvador Dali held an annual feast and private auction in his studio for the group.
The Zodiac Group was reformed at the Salvador Dali Museum in 1996.
In the spirit of the original founders, the group host several social events each year that combine art and entertainment such as the annual Martini Party, the Z Grapes Wine Tasting and ever popular Musical Chairs Dinner where guest are invited to participate in surreal parlor games. Additionally, you can find the steering committee and other fellow Zodiacs at one of the selected Bay area restaurants where members receive Special Discounts on Entrées every month for a Z-Feast.
The Zodiac Group is governed by an annually elected, all volunteer steering committee with the guidance of a museum liaison, Molly McGee.
The current 2008 Zodiac Steering Committee is:
Rep DeLoach-President, Lisa Kaschak-Vice President, Kelly Smith-Secretary, Debbie Haran-Treasurer, Mandy Bagley, Nancy Dinucci, Alison Hardage, Tracy Jones, Sean Pilon, Kisha Robinson, John Sullvan, Angelia Tellone, and Harry Venezia.
Proceeds from these events support the museum’s educational mission and community outreach.
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