This month’s 4^th Friday Clearwater party in the street plans to bring the families out with the new tween-pop-sensation, Suite Caroline, as the headliner and the Tampa Bay Lightning’s Mobile Marketing Truck raffling off 4 Family Fun Packs.

Tampa Bay, FL, February 8, 2010 — Making the 4^th Friday Clearwater events family friendly is a recipe for success for the downtown street parties.  Last Christmas brought out 5,000 people, most of which were families, to see the snow the event trucked in.  On February 26^th, Suite Caroline will perform.  12-year-old Caroline, who some are calling the newest rising pop star, has already opened for Martina McBride and Carrie Underwood in her new career.  But another attraction sure to bring out the kids is the Lightning Mobile Marketing Truck — a 57-foot long truck that includes an Xbox with a selection of games including NHL Live 2010.  It also has a life-sized hockey player set-up for photo opportunities.  The Lightning will be raffling off 4 “Family Fun Packs” (with parking passes).  Winners will attend the Tampa Bay Lightning vs. the Washington Capitals game on March 20^th.  Raffle tickets will be sold for $5 each or five for $20. Proceeds will benefit Miles for Hope to assist in finding a cure for Brain Tumors.  4^th Friday Clearwater starts at 5:30pm and goes until 10pm.

The Friday street party is expecting a large crowd this month.  Beer and wine proceeds at the event will also benefit the Miles for Hope Charity.

For more information visit www.4thFridayClearwater.com or call 866-550-3472.

About the Clearwater Downtown Partnership and 4^th Friday Clearwater:
4^th Friday Clearwater is spearheaded by the Clearwater Downtown Partnership.  The Clearwater Downtown Partnership is an independent voice of citizens, business, and property owners who are interested in supporting the economic vitality of Downtown Clearwater.  It brings stakeholders together to develop, advocate and implement policies that build an exciting, vibrant and diverse downtown, and plays an essential role in keeping the business and residential community educated, informed and involved in the continued success of the downtown.  Membership donations will go directly towards projects that will create tangible results.  4^th Friday Clearwater is one of the CDP’s most successful projects bringing “feet on the street” and more awareness for Downtown Clearwater, and consequently more new businesses in the area.  For more information or to become a member, visit www.clwdp.org

With nearly 40 tons of snow and 2 toboggan snow slides, Downtown Clearwater’s Miracle on Cleveland Street is back on December 4^th with Carolers, SANTA and a special Christmas train to take kids over to the Christmas Village!

Clearwater, FL, November 9, 2009 – Who says it never snows in Florida?  The Clearwater Downtown Partnership figured out how to make it snow at their inaugural Christmas event called Miracle on Cleveland St. last December.  20 tons of snow graced Cleveland Street along with 2500 attendees – many of which were children who came out in full force to ride the toboggan snow slide and see SANTA.  This December 4^th, there will be nearly 40 tons of snow, 2 giant toboggan slides and a play snow area for those infamous snow-ball fights!

HeartDance Band will be jazzing up those ol’ Christmas songs and the Christmas train will be available to give kids rides to the Christmas Village.  Carolers, Dickens characters and children galore will light up Cleveland Street with snow, snow, more snow and more!

• Miracle on Cleveland St. is FREE
• It starts snowing at 5pm and goes until 10pm
• Beer and wine proceeds will benefit Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Pinellas County
• The Christmas Bazaar has food, vendors and other Christmas fun for the whole family
• The event is proudly presented by Bright House Networks

For more information, visit www.clwdp.org or call 866-550-3472.

About the CDP:

The Clearwater Downtown Partnership (CDP) is comprised of downtown property owners, developers, concerned citizens and civic groups and is a non-profit organization whose goal is to promote and foster the economic redevelopment of Downtown Clearwater. The Partnership’s aim is to name, fund and implement projects that will assist the public and private sectors in averting blight and creating a downtown district that becomes a regional destination. The CDP brings stakeholders together to develop, advocate and implement policies that build an exciting, vibrant and diverse downtown and plays an essential role in keeping the business community educated, informed and involved in the continued success of downtown. Find more information at www.clwdp.org

The Official Blues Brothers of the Chicago Bears Football Club will perform a Tribute to the Blues Brothers at the next 4^th Friday Clearwater event in Downtown Clearwater’s Cleveland Street District on Friday, November 27^th.  Performing with them will be The Mainstream Band featuring Kirstin Joyner.

Clearwater, FL, November 3, 2009 – The producers of 4^th Friday Clearwater are gearing up for their last 2 events of the 2009.  This November 27^th is the Tribute to the Blues Brothers, by the Official Blues Brothers of the Chicago Bears Football Club.  Performing with them is the Mainstream Band, featuring Kirstin Joyner.  November’s event is presented by Bright House Networks.

4^th Friday Clearwater Street Party is FREE

• It’s the 500 & 600 blocks of Downtown Clearwater’s Cleveland Street District
• Beer, wine, food and wares will be for sale
• Starts at 5:30pm and goes until 10pm

Clearwater Veterans’ Alliance will be the benefiting charity from the proceeds of the beer and wine sales.

For more information, visit www.4thFridayClearwater.com or call 866-550-3472.

About the CDP:

The Clearwater Downtown Partnership (CDP) is comprised of downtown property owners, developers, concerned citizens and civic groups and is a non-profit organization whose goal is to promote and foster the economic redevelopment of Downtown Clearwater. The Partnership’s aim is to name, fund and implement projects that will assist the public and private sectors in averting blight and creating a downtown district that becomes a regional destination. The CDP brings stakeholders together to develop, advocate and implement policies that build an exciting, vibrant and diverse downtown and plays an essential role in keeping the business community educated, informed and involved in the continued success of downtown. Find more information at www.clwdp.org

Renowned jazz artist, José Valentino, is also performing in Downtown Clearwater’s Cleveland Street District at the 4th Friday’s September 25th Kick-off for the 30th Anniversary of Clearwater Jazz Holiday.

Clearwater, FL, September 14, 2009 – The producers of 4th Friday Clearwater recently announced that they put together even more star-studded performances for their September kick-off to the 30th Anniversary of Clearwater Jazz Holiday.  The renowned José Valentino will also be performing on September 25th in Downtown Clearwater’s Cleveland Street District.  Valentino, a Downbeat Magazine award-winning flutist with proven jazz and classical skills, has been described as a “flute on fire” with an already illustrious career at the age of 21, opening or performing side-by-side with local and international artists such as Aaron Neville, Chic Corea, Jim Walker…and the list goes on and on.  Most recently, he performed with Paquito D’Rivera at the prestigious Tanglewood Jazz Festival, sponsored by the Boston Symphony Orchestra.

Before reaching the age required to obtain a Florida driver’s permit, José Valentino Ruiz, aka-Joe Ruiz, was playing flute with passion and dexterity.  Born in Silver Spring, Maryland, he moved to Tampa, Florida at age 8.  Frequent trips with his family to Puerto Rico infused fervor in his soul for his Hispanic heritage and excitement for Latin rhythms.

“Overall I just want to bring people together with music….it’s something that all people of all ages seem to agree on and if I have made someone’s day better, I know I’m doing something right,” says José.

Valentino’s latest CD “ALL ABOUT YOU” is a special album that is reported to “have flavors for everyone” which is why the 4th Friday Clearwater event producers knew he’d be a perfect match for their 1500-plus party goers.

4th Friday Clearwater Parties on Cleveland Street are FREE.

• A suggested donation on September 25th is a non-perishable food item for the RCS Food Bank.
• Two city blocks will be closed down on Cleveland Street in Downtown Clearwater.
• Beer, wine, food and wares will be for sale.
• The party starts at 5:30pm and will go until 10pm.

The CLEARWATER JAZZ HOLIDAY FOUNDATION will be the benefiting charity supplying volunteers to run the beer and wine stands.

For more information, visit www.4thFridayClearwater.com or call 866-550-3472.

About the CDP:

The Clearwater Downtown Partnership (CDP) is comprised of downtown property owners, developers, concerned citizens and civic groups and is a non-profit organization whose goal is to promote and foster the economic redevelopment of Downtown Clearwater. The Partnership’s aim is to name, fund and implement projects that will assist the public and private sectors in averting blight and creating a downtown district that becomes a regional destination. The CDP brings stakeholders together to develop, advocate and implement policies that build an exciting, vibrant and diverse downtown and plays an essential role in keeping the business community educated, informed and involved in the continued success of downtown. Find more information at www.clwdp.org