We Will Miss CIndy, The Karaoke Queen

Thanks for the fun times you have shared with the RP neighbors even before you moved in with Deb. We always had a blast with you at porch parties, with or without you holding that addictive microphone. I'm sure this won't be the last time we'll be seeing you...or else! We wish you luck and luuuuv back in Boston. You will be missed, Cindy, so keep in touch.

PS. We will have the microphone warmed up for you when you get back.
PPS. You can write your farewells and wishes to Cindy by clicking on the Comments link below.

National Night Out in Roser Park

Make sure to tell your neighbors to be there...can't go wrong with hotdogs and sodas!


This Tuesday, 6-9pm. MLK Jr. St and 9th Ave. S...see you there!

Baugh's Porch Party Extravaganza!

As always, Chef Michael Baugh throws a successful and extra-special porch party with a buffet of catered food, an open bar and of course the signature live band music. That's definitely always a party. Here are some pics taken by Deb Camfferman from the shindig last Saturday evening.



More pics to come...also, if you have some pics from the party you want to post, just send it to us.

Zen Glass Opens Higher Self Gifts & More

Neighborhood business Zen Glass Studios, located on the corner of 9th Ave. S and MLK, just recently opened their retail store, Higher Self Gifts and More. The store offers a wide variety of gift items from hand blown glass by Zen Glass, bamboo clothing from Shirts of Bamboo, rope sandals from Nomadic State of Mind, to teas, herbs, oils, art and jewelry. All items in the store are sustainable, local and organic.


Make sure to stop by their store when you get the chance and don't forget to tell all your friends about them.

6030 4th Street North
St. Petersburg, FL 33703
727.329.6488
Store hours: Tuesday - Sunday 11am - 8pm
www.higherselfgifts.com

Rainy but Successful Booker Creek Opening

To those who weren't able to attend the Booker Creek opening ceremony, here's a video courtesy of the City's WSPF broadcast. It was a well attended event with folks from the neighborhood and several city officials and organizations. We have Kai Warren to thank for making it such a successful turnout in spite of the rainy weather. Click here to view the clip.

Roser Talk: What Do YOU Think?

With all this talk going around regarding the proposed downtown Tampa Bay Rays stadium, we thought it would be good to hear what you think especially since Roser Park is one of a few neighborhoods close and within walking distance to downtown St. Pete. Some people are for it and some are completely against it.


Maybe some of you can share with us your thoughts on why or why not the stadium should be built downtown to give us some perspective. It is something that will definitely be affecting Roser Park directly or indirectly. Please post your thoughts and feedback on this by clicking on the comments button below this post.

Pride in The Park

Tomorrow, the Historic Roser Park Neighborhood Association will participate in St. Pete Pride for the second year in a row. While all of us residents regularly sing the praises of Roser Park, Pride gives us the opportunity to introduce the uniqueness of St. Petersburg’s oldest neighborhood to 80,000 visitors.

How many other Florida neighborhoods can lay claim to a picturesque park flanked by a winding creek, great nearby workplaces such as Bayfront Medical Center and All Children’s Hospital and historic brick roads on rolling hills with massive oak trees and one of the greatest collection of historic homes in all of Florida.

Not to mention the people—the people of Roser Park share a special closeness that not many other neighborhoods can come close to. It is a bond that draws the same regulars to monthly Roser Park porch parties that don’t even live here, and we welcome them every time.

Equally, it is this what has made the accomplishments of our neighborhood so successful in the past year. From the Art Festival and the Tour of Homes to the opening of Booker Creek and our Outdoor Museum and Walking Tours, we come together. Even councilman Karl Nurse pointed out our ability to "organize" at the recent opening of Booker Creek.

And of course, at Pride, our friends are helping us to create the best experience for our booth visitors. Please take a moment to visit and thank our sponsors for their support of Historic Roser Park.

Roser Park business Zen Glass Studios

Realtor Marsha Godwin

Realtor Connie Lancaster

Roser Park business Twigs & Leaves

Roser Park Artist Carolyn Pavonetti

Roser Park business Rearden Killion Communications

Homes and Land in Roser Park

1031 8th Street South

A fabulously renovated 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom Pool Home. The Staircase with Wine Cellar located in the center of the home make a dramatic statement. The Gourmet Kitchen features Granite Countertops, New Cabinetry, Breakfast Bar, Travertine Flooring, a Black Farmer Sink, Stainless Steel Appliances - GE Profile Oven, Cook Top, Refrigerator - Bosch Dishwasher and Microwave.

All new Hardwood and Travertine Flooring throughout. The Master Bedroom opens onto a Sun Deck that overlooks the Pool. The Master Bathroom features Garden Tub, Cedar Lined Closet and new Cabinetry with Granite Countertop. Guest Bedrooms feature Hardwood Floors and Guest Bathroom have been dramatically updated.

Living area downstairs and Family area upstairs with Hardwood Flooring and lots of light. French Doors in the Dining Room leads to a open and covered Wooden Deck, Tropical Landscaped Fenced Back Yard and Pool. Conveniently located to downtown St. Petersburg, All Children's Hospital, Bay Front Medical and I-275.

Contact Marsha Godwin by email or phone at 727.642.2677 regarding this property. You may also view a virtual tour of this home here.

Homes and Land in Roser Park

675 10th Ave S, St. Petersburg

Historic Roser Park, established 1897, is the location of this 1925 two-story beauty.

This property has some of the most incredible mature indigenous landscaping. The home itself has been well maintained & is ready to move into.

Recently painted, newly carpeted bedrooms & gorgeous refinished wood flooring will just wow you. You can almost see the reflection of the fireplace in the floors.

Bedrooms are upstairs & overlook the beauty of the lush back yard. The kitchen has French doors that open to the back deck & features a stainless gas range & prep island.

There are several bonus rooms, a raised deck off the back that is a great place to entertain or just relax.

Add your personal touches or enjoy as it is. This very active neighborhood is only minutes to downtown, USF, Bayfront Medical Center, The Vinoy Basin, The Dali Museum & is St Pete's best housing value.

These charming brick streets host their Annual Art Festival underneath the beautiful palm & oak canopies next to Historic Booker Creek. There is nothing else like it in the city.

Contact Connie Lancaster by email or phone at 727.741.2000 regarding this property.

Booker Creek Opening Celebration

Come Celebrate the Grand Opening of Booker Creek!

On Saturday, June 21st, from 11:00AM to noon we will celebrate the Grand Opening of Booker Creek on the corner of Ingleside (11th) Avenue South and 5th Street. We are hoping to have dignitaries from City Hall, City Departments, The Tampa Bay Estuary Program, NOAA, and The Tampa Bay Rays.

As you probably know this project was hard fought for, long in the waiting, and a huge success for everyone. Come out and share in the observation of this momentous occasion that links three Midtown neighborhoods, revitalized the health of Booker Creek, and prepares the way for the development of The Historic Booker Creek Trail.

This trail will connect with the Pinellas Trail to bring people through our beautiful neighborhoods and offer an outdoor experience that will get them in touch with nature revitalized and a history of the Tocobaga Indians in Bartlett Park, Historic Roser Park, and in Campbell Park, African American History in St. Petersburg, The Negro Baseball League that played in Oliver Field, and modern City and Baseball history at the Tropicana Dome.

(from Kai Warren)