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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

After a few-months hiatus due to the typical rainy season, 4th Friday Clearwater came back last month with a bang and over 1500 attendees.  Now they will be” feeling tha funk” with Disco Inferno at their Halloween Disco Fright Night Theme on October 23rd.

Clearwater, FL, October 19, 2009 – The producers of 4th Friday Clearwater understand how to put on a party.  After a few month hiatus due to the typical rainy season in Florida, the street party is back and in full force.  Last month, with Level 10 and Jose Valentino, Downtown Clearwater’s Cleveland Street District had 1500-plus in attendance and more wine sales than any other 4th Friday, which benefited the CLEARWATER JAZZ HOLIDAY FOUNDATION.  This October 23rd is the Halloween Fright Night Theme with the Disco Inferno band as the entertainment – playing “that funky stuff, that funky stuff.”

4th Friday Clearwater Parties on Cleveland Street are FREE

• Entertainment this October is by Disco Inferno
• The theme is Halloween Fright Night – so dress up in your best 70’s costume
• 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

Clothes to Kids 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

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

40,000 people are expected to grace Clearwater’s beautiful beaches in their quest for speed, spectacular spray and eating wake.

Clearwater, FL, August 31, 2009 – There are hundreds of nicknames, mottos and slogans for places all over the USA and soon Clearwater will have a new motto known far and wide titled “Eat My Wake.” Why?  Because Super Boat International and Brighthouse Networks are bringing some of the fastest and largest offshore power boats in the world to Clearwater from Friday, October 2^nd through Sunday, October 4^th for Clearwater’s 1^st Annual Super Boat National Championship Festival.

Equipped with F-16 jet canopies and extreme speeds of up to 200 mph, these power boats will compete in front of a predicted 40,000-plus spectators and fans coming from all over Florida and other parts of the nation.  Plenty of parking will be available in downtown Clearwater with rides to and from the beach via the Jolly Trolley.

Miss Geico and Seminole Hard Rock Casino are some of the reported teams to be competing in the festival.   These mad machines will be manned by a partnership of superb drivers controlling the boats steering and throttlemen responsible for operating up to four engines capable of producing more than 6,000 horsepower, creating a high-energy spectacular show tackling the choppy Gulf waters at mind blowing speeds.

The jammed-packed festival will be free for the entire family with:

• Parties at Coachman Park and Pier 60 all weekend;
• Loads of food and libations;
• Ability to see the boats at dry dock at Coachman Park and meet some of the drivers;
• Ability to watch the boats practice at Clearwater Beach before the big race;
• A free concert and fireworks; and of course
• The Races!

For more information about the races and all the events, visit www.clearwatersuperboat.com

About Clearwater’s 1^st Annual Super Boat National Championship Festival:

When Super Boat International (SBI) founder and 30-year veteran, John Carbonell, wanted to produce Clearwater’s 1^st Annual Super Boat National Championship Festival two local area businessmen made it happen: Restaurateur Frank Chivas and Former Mayor of Clearwater Brian Aungst Sr.

Carbonell has been producing the World Championship Races in Key West every year for 3 decades as well as the races in Sarasota held every 4^th of July.  Now Clearwater, the next “new great location” will have something Key West doesn’t have…the absence of cruise ships obstructing the race sight lines.  “It’s a great time of year to support the tourism industry,” says Aungst. “[SBI] needed another spot and Clearwater Beach is one of the prettiest beaches in the world.”

Clearwater’s 1^st Annual Super Boat National Championship Festival will be produced by Super Boat International, presented by Brighthouse Networks and sponsored by Bud Light Lime and the Clearwater Regional Chamber of Commerce.

The In-kind Sponsors are:

• Island Way Grill
• Marlin Darlin Key West Grill
• Rumba Island Bar & Grill
• Saltrock Grill
• JoTo Extreme PR
• Strops Marketing
• Signs by Tomorrow

The Community Partners are the:

• City of Clearwater
• Clearwater Beach Chamber of Commerce
• US Coast Guard
• Pinellas County Sheriff’s Department

The Charity is the:

• Clearwater Community Sailing Center

Volunteer Support is by:

• The Jolly Trolley

For more information visit www.clearwatersuperboat.com

To request interviews of any members connected with the Clearwater’s 1^st Annual Super Boat National Championship Festival please contact Karla Jo Helms of JoTo Extreme PR via email at kj@jotopr.com