5 Things to Know in St. Pete Today: Play or Play Ball

1.) Rays Season on the Brink: The Rays lost two of three to the first place Red Sox and the first of four Monday night to the second-place Yankees. If the team wants to have any hope of making it to the post-season, it needs a turnaround -- starting now. The game starts at 7 p.m. at The Trop. More at www.raysbaseball.com.

2.) Barefoot in the Park: Neil Simon's classic comedy is being presented by the in a preview performance tonight at 7:30. Ticket prices range from $29 to $50. The show runs through Sept. 25. Go to www.americanstage.org.

3.) Outdoor Film: The freeFall Theatre's monthly outdoor film presented tonight is Tennessee Williams' "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof," a searing drama that seems to fit an overheated Florida summer. Show time is at 8. There's a $7 suggested donation; food and drink are available for a charge. For more information, go to www.freefalltheater.com.

4.) Indoor Film: The presents a free showing of "Kung Fu Panda" today at 10 a.m. All children and their adult chaperones can go to the movie – and cool off in the air-conditioned theater – for free.

5.) Trivia with Trixie: The holds its weekly trivia contest tonight at 9, hosted by Trixie. There are some serious trivia buffs in the crowd, and a lot of fun all around. Plus, the food and drink are fabulous.