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Feb. 5, 2026
Clearwater Celebrates Black History Month
The city of Clearwater celebrates Black History Month and the achievements of African Americans in Clearwater and all over the nation. Let’s take some time to honor the history and contributions of Black Americans and to recognize the many ways that history continues to shape our community today.
We also want to celebrate the city's Black employees, whose hard work, professionalism and passion for public service continue to strengthen the service we provide to our bright and beautiful community.
Join us for the city of Clearwater's Black History Month special event: 9th Annual "Night at the Library: Music is in the Air!" It is from 5 to 8 p.m. Feb. 27, at the North Greenwood Library, 905 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. We hope to see you there!
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Upcoming Events
New Markets Open in Downtown Clearwater
 1st Friday Lunchtime Market
Feb. 6, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 400-500 blocks of Cleveland Street
Cleveland Street in downtown Clearwater comes alive with fresh finds, local vendors, great lunch deals, raffles and community energy — the perfect midday break!
Special guest alert: Make your lunch hour memorable with a special appearance from "Jason Moo-Moa," the Highland Cow!
Browse handcrafted goods, enjoy specials from downtown restaurants, enter to win prizes, and soak up the vibe that makes First Fridays extra fun. Event is free.
Fresh Start Market
Feb. 6, 6 to 9 p.m., Cleveland Street
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Salsa on Cleveland Street: Join us in Downtown Clearwater for live Latin music, dancing, local vendors, food and giveaways. Enjoy the sounds of Ivan Montero & His Latin Orchestra, and soak up the vibrant community vibe. Event is free.
Feb. 7, 6 to 9 p.m., Cleveland Street
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Pre-Superbowl Night Out: Kick off Super Bowl weekend in downtown Clearwater with music, fan contests, a photo booth, DJ entertainment, local vendors, food, giveaways, and more as we get ready for the big game. Event is free.
The Cupid Shuffle
Feb. 6, 5:30 p.m., Morningside Recreation Center
 Get ready to shuffle your way into Valentine’s Day with the kind of party Cupid would ditch his bow for. We’re talking music, dancing, enough food to fall in love with, and drinks that might make your dance moves look better than they are.
It’s the Cupid Shuffle — where the love is real, the snacks are plentiful, and the only heartbreak is when the music stops. See you on the dance floor!
- Cost is $7 (with a recreation card) or $8 (without one).
- RSVP required by Feb. 5.
- Spaces are limited.
- Call 562-4280 to RSVP.
Clearwater Classic 3: Baddest on the Beach
Feb. 7, 10 a.m., Pier 60 Park
 The largest Strongman competition in Florida returns to Clearwater Beach's Pier 60 Park Feb. 7. Elite athletes will go head-to-head to win cash prizes during this all-day spectacle. There will be vendors, food trucks and local businesses turning Pier 60 into a festival of strength and community. This family-friendly event is for fans of all ages.
Other Upcoming Events
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NFCA Leadoff Classic, Now to Feb. 8, Eddie C. Moore Complex
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Fresh Start Market, Feb. 6, 6 p.m., 418 Cleveland St.
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Building Better Neighborhoods, Feb. 7, 9 a.m., Ross Norton Recreation Center
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Fresh Start Market, Feb. 7, 6 p.m., 418 Cleveland St.
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Shriner's Children's Clearwater Invitational, Feb. 12-15, Eddie C. Moore Complex
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School's Out Day Camp, Feb. 13, multiple recreation centers
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AARP Tax Help, Feb. 13, 10 a.m., Countryside Library
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The Market Marie, Feb. 14, 10 a.m., Coachman Park
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Author Talk: 'Little One': An Afternoon with Olivia Muenter and Ayana Lage, Feb. 14, Noon, Countryside Library
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INZO, Feb. 14, 5 p.m., The BayCare Sound
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Mardi Gras Celebration, Feb. 17, 4:30 p.m., Main Library
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Wednesday Night Magic, Feb. 18, 5 p.m., Main Library
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Friendship Friday, Feb. 20, 3:30 p.m., Main Library
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Tasty Tampa Bay, Feb. 21, 11 a.m., Coachman Park
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Feb"Beary" Bonanza!, Feb. 21, 2-3:30 p.m., East Community Library @ SPC
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Upcoming Public Meetings
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Strategic Planning Work Session, Feb. 9, 9 a.m., Morningside Recreation Center
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Public Art & Design Advisory Board, Feb. 12, 4 p.m.
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Community Redevelopment Agency Meeting, Feb. 17, 1 p.m.
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City Council Work Session, Feb. 17, 1:30 p.m.
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Community Development Board Meeting, Feb. 19, 1 p.m.
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City Council Meeting, Feb. 19, 6 p.m.
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Municipal Code Enforcement Board Meeting, Feb. 25, 1:30 p.m.
City meetings are typically held in city council chambers at the Clearwater Main Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave., unless otherwise noted. Stream on the city's Facebook page or the city's YouTube channel, or watch live on C-View TV Spectrum Channel 638, Frontier Channel 30 and WOW! Channel 15.
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Strategic Planning Work Sessions
 The Clearwater City Council will hold Strategic Planning work sessions at the Morningside Recreation Center, 2400 Harn Blvd.
The council will review the strategic plan, the long-term financial forecast for the general fund, and major utility funds. They will also discuss strategies for budget planning.
- Monday, Feb. 9, 9 a.m.
- Wednesday, March 4, 2 p.m.
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New Utility Payment Kiosk at 100 S. Myrtle Ave
 Need an easy way to pay your utility bill? Our new payment kiosk is open 24/7, so you can pay anytime without waiting in lines. It accepts credit cards, cash and checks, and payments are credited instantly, no matter how you pay. The kiosk is simple to use and available day or night at 100 S. Myrtle Ave.
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Keep Leaves Out of Storm Drains
 Leaves, grass clippings and yard debris can wash into storm drains during rainstorms, carrying pollution into local waterways. Keep driveways, patios and street gutters clear, and never blow or dump yard waste into storm drains. Visit MyClearwater.com/Stormwater to learn more.
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City Offices to Close for Presidents Day
 City of Clearwater offices, libraries and some recreation facilities will be closed Feb. 16, in observance of Presidents Day.
The city's solid waste and recycling crews will be working, and there will be no changes to the collection schedule. All city facilities will reopen Feb. 17.
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Main Library Honored as Historic Carnegie Library With $10,000 Award
 The Clearwater Public Library System has been awarded a $10,000 gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York as part of "Carnegie Libraries 250," an initiative recognizing the upcoming 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and honoring historic Carnegie libraries across the nation.
Opened in 1916, the Clearwater Main Library is one of 14 Carnegie libraries in Florida built through Andrew Carnegie’s historic library program. The gift recognizes the library’s lasting role as a community resource and a “cradle of democracy,” a phrase Carnegie used to describe the importance of free public libraries.
The funds, received in January 2026, will support programs and initiatives that serve the educational, cultural and informational needs of the Clearwater community as the nation marks this milestone anniversary.
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Meet the Librarian Bringing Woodworking and Creativity to the Library
 Librarian Thomas Shepherd brings his lifelong passion for woodworking to the Clearwater Main Library, introducing patrons to traditional hand-tool techniques while sharing the history and stories behind the craft in a welcoming, creative environment.
Shepherd leads the library’s monthly Woodworking Projects program, a hands-on class for adults of all skill levels. Each month features a new project offered across three small-group sessions, allowing for individualized instruction as participants create functional pieces like cutting boards and desk organizers. The program has grown to include woodworking lab time and is part of the library’s expanding Maker offerings.
The next session takes place from 1 to 3 p.m. Feb. 13, at the Main Library's Creation Studio, 100 N. Osceola Ave.
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We're Hiring. Work With Us!
The city of Clearwater offers competitive compensation, medical benefits, wellness programs, an employee health center, paid time off, pension benefits, training, development, rewards and recognition.
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Library & Recreation Center Information
Libraries
Parks & Recreation
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Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival
March 27 to April 12, Pier 60 at Clearwater Beach
 The 2026 Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival, presented by Visit St. Pete Clearwater, proudly invites you to experience a dynamic showcase of teamwork, triumph and tradition.
This year’s Sugar Sand Walk Exhibit will highlight the unifying power of sports and the spirit that inspires generations. In addition to the main exhibit, guests will step into a special immersive tribute honoring the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the Semiquincentennial, brought to life through stunning sand art and cutting-edge projection mapping.
Join us as we celebrate the champions, the dreamers, and the defining stories that shape our nation, all carved in sugar sand on Clearwater Beach.
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