those who were struggling, eventually
donating over 7,600 free meals
as a community service to anyone in
need.
What makes St. Pete special?
The people of St. Pete make it special.
We are a big melting pot with all
kinds of people from everywhere. St.
Pete is a very welcoming city.
not miss?
Central Avenue has so much to offer.
We have great local businesses,
from coffee shops and restaurants
to bars and nightlife, as well as
antique shops, clothing stores and
thrift shops. Check out Bandit Co.
for some good coffee and Bavaro’s
pasta. Head over to Ruby’s Elixir
and Flute & Dram for live music. Of
Italian Grille for a classic Italian meal.
LORIELLE HOLLOWAY
CULTURED BOOKS
Cultured Books is a pop-up multicultural
children’s bookstore
and resource for families looking
for uplifting books that broaden
worldviews. Located within The
Well, a wellness center on Historic
22nd. St. in the Deuces Corridor,
Cultured Books bring books to life
with programming that includes an
International Children's Film Series
with a book. The Book Report Project
allows youth to purchase books with
an alternative currency—a book
report. www.culturedbooks.org
What makes St. Pete special?
The city’s love for the arts! There is
everything from drop-in art studios
hosted by The Morean Art Center
to artists like Ya La’ford inviting the
community to participate in art installations.
There are so many opportunities
for budding artists to explore
various mediums right here in St.
Pete.
miss?
not miss a walking tour of Historic
22nd St. South and the African
American Heritage Trail with Historian
Gwendolyn Reese.
LORIELLE
HOLLOWAY
Q&A
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