Today is the day for the stronger water restrictions going into effect. The Southwest Florida Water Management District is in a Modified Phase 3 “Extreme” Water Shortage. Residents will remain under a one-day-per-week watering schedule, but watering hours will tighten. Other changes include no pressure washing ahead of painting or sealing, car washing is only allowable on lawn watering days and aesthetic fountains can run only four hours a day. The water shortage is in effect for Pinellas, Pasco, Hillsborough, Hernando, Polk and Manatee counties, among other district counties and cities. It will run through July 1st.
The Corey Ave Art & Craft Festival is FREE to attend and packed with unique handmade finds. April 4–5 Corey Avenue, St. Pete Beach 10 AM–5 PM
Experience an unforgettable Easter Brunch on Saturday, April 4 at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium! Enjoy delicious breakfast favorites with beautiful bay views, fun activities for kids, and visits from the Easter Bunny, all to support marine life conservation. Oh, and while you’re down on Clearwater Beach, remember that the Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival is right there!
St. Pete Pier Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.: The Spring Festival at Spa Beach, featuring live music, family-friendly entertainment and activities (including food) and the area’s biggest Easter egg hunt. With more than 20,000 eggs, the hunts take place hourly. While admission to the festival and egg hunts is free, RSVPs are necessary for the hunts at this link.
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