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The Tampa International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival returns.
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Cover Story
Tampa International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival schedule
Today through Oct. 13. Tickets are $7.50 per event; $38 for six; $100 for a Crown Circle Pass (admission to all events and screenings plus complimentary beverage in lounge before each screening).
Straight to the top
When board members of the Tampa International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival hired Margaret Murray as executive director, her sexual orientation was not a factor.
Film
'Red Dragon' is more Lecter, less story
Plot tricks and subdued acting bring the saga full circle, but there's not much mystery to it.
Top 5 movies
1. Tampa International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival -- The 13th annual showcase for alternative cinema offers another lineup of daring films, guest appearances and community spirit.
'Moonlight Mile' doesn't go the distance
The film about dealing with grief begins convincingly. But it develops a case of the warm fuzzies and detours to a Hollywood ending.
Joking with Jonah
The first feature film from the makers of VeggieTales is a humorous look at the Old Testament tale of Jonah, the prophet who was swallowed by a whale.
Family movie guide
The Family Movie Guide should be used along with the Motion Picture Association of America rating system for selecting movies suitable for children.
Pop
The groove is the key
Former bay area resident Jonathan Powell says to keep that in mind when listening to the different sounds of his new jazz group.
Team pop trivia
This week's winner: Tiffany Rocket Kidd of St. Petersburg knew that Jah Wobble was once the bassist for Public Image Limited, the British post-punk band headed by former Sex Pistol Johnny Rotten.
Pop: ticket window
Kenny G, 8 p.m. Dec. 3, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater. Tickets ($49.75-$75) on sale 9 a.m. Friday at the box office (727) 791-7400.
Pop: hot ticket
P. Diddy or no, it's a show
Dine
First bite: Standards of sophistication
Cafe Ponte showcases the skills of chef Chris Ponte, who uses classical French technique to elevate menu staples.
Food events
Oktoberfest Brews and Bands -- Fri. (entertainment begins 8 p.m.), Tampa Bay Brewing Company, 1812 N 15th St., Ybor City. Menu of German classics and brews, plus "oompa" band; cost varies with menu items. (813) 247-1422 or www.tampabaybrewingcomapany.com.
Get Away
Welcome, Rover
The Animal Planet Expo comes to Clearwater for two days of games, demonstrations and four- (and two-)legged hijinks.
Getaway: hot ticket
The return of Big Bird and friends
Getaway: down the road
Events to watch for; details in future editions of Weekend.
Video
New releases: Other child of 'Mummy' a bad seed
The Scorpion King (PG-13)
Stage
The surreal McCoy
Dan Khoury portrays Salvador Dali in a one-man show that introduces us to the human side of the Spanish artist.
Eliza and Henry, again
My Fair Lady, the classic show that brought music to George Bernard Shaw's play, opens at the Show Palace Dinner Theater.
Stage: down the road
Musical -- Central Stage Theatre presents Macabaret, a musical by Scott Keys and Robert Hartmann, Oct. 18-Nov. 3. $18.
Stage: hot ticket
Eclectic contemporary
Art
Art: hot ticket
Tampa comes to life on canvas
The art of before and after
Time shapes the artist and the art in a show at the Florida Craftsmen Gallery.
Art: coming up
The Art of Business and the Business of Art -- Oct. 19 and 20. Katherine T. Carter, nationally recognized arts advisor, trend-spotter and popular speaker, presents a two-day seminar at the Arts Center, 719 Central Ave., St. Petersburg on "marketing and professional strategies of the professional artist." Fee is $125 for members and $140 for nonmembers. (727) 822-7872.
