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Gulfport City Hall and facilities will be closed on Monday, December 26 in observance of the Christmas holiday, and Monday, January 2 in observance of the New Year holiday.

Monday’s sanitation routes will be collected on Tuesday, Tuesday’s routes will be collected on Wednesday, and there will be no yard waste collection for either week.

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Ward II Representative, Vice Mayor, Christine Brown Monthly Report

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Mayor Henderson and the Gulfport City Council welcomed attendees to the City’s Annual Holiday Tree Lighting on December 5. The children from the Recreation Center’s Tot Time/VPK and School Year Childcare programs filled Clymer Park with holiday song, Santa listened to little ones’ wishes, and Gulfport Teen Council served refreshments donated by So49 Business Association. Thank you to the CERT team for parking and pedestrian safety assistance, and to Yvonne Johnson & Laura Henderson for leading the holiday carols.

Gulfport Senior Center

5501 27th Ave. S.

Tickets are $30 plus small convenience fee.

Holiday Edition

Monday, December 12th | 6 p.m.

Gulfport Senior Center, 5501 27th Ave. S.

Students will create two small holiday themed paintings. This is a great way to create an original work of art you’ll be proud to hang on your wall. Class is held in the spacious dining hall at the Senior Center. Refreshments are included: Each guest will receive an individually wrapped charcuterie plate and we’ll be pouring from a selection of wines. Bottled water and soft drinks will also be provided. Classes sell out fast, so don’t wait!

If you prefer to pay by check, please visit the Foundation office at the Gulfport Senior Center, 5501 27th Ave S. Or call Amy Oatley @ 727-893-1244. Please be sure to wear comfortable clothes that you won’t mind getting permanent paint spots on.

Tuesday, December 13th | 8 a.m. | AGENDA

Gulfport Senior Center

5501 27th Ave. S., Gulfport, FL 33707

https://mygulfport.us/senior-citizens-advisory-committee-on-aging-agendas/

Tuesday, December 13th | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Join us weekly at our open-air fresh market for the region’s freshest produce, arts & crafts from local creators and a fresh array of locally sourced botanicals along the shops and restaurants of scenic Beach Boulevard. 

Tuesday, December 13th | noon – 3 p.m.

Noon – 1:30 p.m. Beginner Rumba

1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Intermediate Bolero

2:30 – 3 p.m. Dancing

5500 Shore Blvd. S.

$10 admission

Call 727-798-3660

w/ Kathleen & Steve Prucher

Tuesday, December 13th | 6:30 p.m. – 11 p.m.

5500 Shore Blvd. S.

$10 admission

Call 727-742-3368

Holiday Concert

Tuesday, December 13th | 7 – 9 p.m.

Catherine Hickman Theater

5501 27th Ave. S.

FREE and open to the public!

Wednesday, December 14th | 6 p.m. | AGENDA

Gulfport City Hall 

2401 53rd Street South, Gulfport, FL 33707

https://mygulfport.us/board-of-adjustment-agendas/

Wednesday, December 14th | 6:30 p.m.

The City of Gulfport Fire Department and Police Department Holiday Safety Parade!

The parade will start at Beach Blvd. & 25th Ave.

and make it’s way throughout the City.

Happy Holidays!!!

Website: https://swingtime.info

Email: Events@SwingTime.info

Wednesday, December 14th

Lesson 7 – 8 p.m. | Dancing 8 – 11 p.m.

Gulfport Casino Ballroom

5500 Shore Blvd. S.

$10 admission

Thursday, December 15th | 7 p.m.

Gulfport Public Library, 5501 28th Ave. S.

Join us for holiday and big band music to get everyone in a seasonal mood. Sponsored by the Gulfport Library Circle of Friends. The Gulfport Library welcomes four local saxophone players who formed the St Pete Saxophone Quartet with the goal of bringing The American Songbook to the public.

Friday, December 16th | 7 – 10 p.m.

Gulfport Casino Ballroom, 5500 Shore Blvd. S.

Dance the night away to live 1960’s Rock & Roll music at the Historic Gulfport Casino Ballroom every third Friday. Live music starts at 7 p.m. Tickets available in advance at the Gulfport Casino Box Office, 5500 Shore Blvd. S. and the Gulfport Beach Baazar, 3115 beach Blvd. S. For more information, please contact 727-893-1070.

Saturday, December 17th | 2 – 9 p.m.

Downtown Waterfront District

Beach Blvd. S.

Welcome to Third Saturday Indie Faire! The Indie Faire features high quality local art and contemporary crafts from across a wide range of mediums, as well as jewelry and locally sourced botanicals in an outdoor and socially distanced manner along scenic Beach Boulevard in downtown Gulfport.

Saturday, December 17th | 6 p.m.

Each year, BCYC members and members of the general public come together to spread holiday joy by decking the hulls and heading out on Boca Ciega Bay to parade the BCYC way!

For more information, register for the parade or to become a sponsor visit https://sailbcyc.org/ChristmasBoatParade.  

Sunday, December 18th | 3:30 – 7 p.m.

Gulfport Casino Ballroom, 5500 Shore Blvd. S.

Admission $10

3:30 – 4 p.m. Contra Lesson

4 – 7 p.m. Contra dancing with band and caller

All are welcome! You don’t need a partner!

Monday, December 19th | 7 – 10 p.m.

Gulfport Casino Ballroom

5500 Shore Blvd. S.

Gulfport, Florida 33707

Admission: $7 Members, $10 Non-members

Lesson: 7:15 – 7:45 Gina Santamaria

Show: 8:30 Gina & Aladdin

Tuesday, December 20th | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Gulfport Welcome Center

3101 Beach Blvd. S.

Gulfport City Council will be hosting an opportunity, every third Tuesday of the month, for residents to get to know their Councilmember, ask questions, and provide comment.

For more information, please call City of Gulfport Councilmember, Ward 1 Representative, April Thanos at (727) 826-7138.

Tuesday, December 20th | 6 p.m.

Gulfport City Hall 

2401 53rd Street South, Gulfport, FL 33707

mygulfport.us/councilmeetings

Tuesday, December 20th | 6 p.m.

Gulfport residents, are you ready to get in the holiday spirit and brighten up our City for the holiday season? Then it’s time to enter the City of Gulfport’s Holiday Decorations Contest. “Santa and his Elves” will be judging on Tuesday, December 20th. No one knows what time the big red sleigh will travel through the City of Gulfport, but please be ready by 6:00 p.m. Deadline to enter the contest is Noon, Tuesday, December 20th. Call 893-1068 for further information.

Wednesday, December 21st | 7 – 11 p.m.

Gulfport Casino Ballroom, 5500 Shore Blvd. S.

Celebrate the Holiday season at Swing Night with refreshments, lights & decor. Plus we’ll mix in the best of swingable holiday music! The whole City of Gulfport, especially the waterfront/Casino area, will be beautifully decorated for the holidays Join us for this holiday dance celebration.

Thursday, December 22 – Saturday, December 24

Catherine Hickman Theater, 5501 27th Ave. S.

George Bailey’s struggle to grasp why life is worth living finds a fresh voice in this imaginative one-person retelling of Frank Capra’s classic film “It’s a Wonderful Life”. Join the residents of Bedford Falls, New York on a fateful Christmas Eve in 1945 when angels, alternate realities and miracles change the way we see our place in the world. Wonderful Life is a heartwarming story about the effect one man’s sacrifices have on the people and town he loves.

Gulfport City Hall and facilities will be closed on Monday, December 26 in observance of the Christmas holiday, and Monday, January 2 in observance of the New Year holiday. Monday’s sanitation routes will be collected on Tuesday, Tuesday’s routes will be collected on Wednesday, and there will be no yard waste collection for either week.

Friday, January 6th | 5 – 9 p.m.

Downtown Waterfront District, Beach Blvd. S.

Gulfport’s First Friday Art Walk occurs each month from 5pm – 9pm. The streets of this creative town come to life with artists, musicians and art appreciators. Come join us each First Friday of the month and get inspired!The Gulfport First Friday Art Walk is free to attend with free parking on all streets.

Gulfport Casino Ballroom

5500 Shore Blvd. S.

$10 admission

https://swingtime.info/soul.html

Friday, January 13th

Lesson 7 – 8 p.m. | Dancing 8 – midnight

The Disco Party returns to the Gulfport Casino! Dance 8 p.m. – midnight to those funky disco grooves and beats. Arrive early for a Dance Lesson 7 – 8 p.m., where you can learn the Hustle and other Disco-era dances. Get ready for the Soul Train! Just $10 includes everything. The Disco Party happens the second Friday of every month. 

Friday, January 20th | 3:45 p.m.

Trail Spur located at, 54th St. S. & 7th Ave. S.

Join the City of Gulfport and the children of the Gulfport Recreation Center in planting a tree! FREE Sweet Bay Magnolia and Slash Pine seedlings will be available to guests who attend, while supplies last.

See the latest report here.

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Online access is provided at the following link.

View and pay Utility & Marina Billing accounts online here.

Pinellas County 2022 hurricane evacuation zones can be found here.

Read the Pinellas County All Hazards Preparedness Guide here. Located at all City Facilities.

Sign-up and receive emergency alerts via text message on your cell phone.

Your gift to

Operation Santa 2022

Any help that you can provide would be greatly appreciated. Donations can be dropped off at the Gulfport Police Department, located at 2401 53rd St. S.  

If you have any questions, please call 893-1097 and leave a message and one of our elves will return your call.

Gulfport Police Department, 2401 53rd St. S.

Now accepting applications for Christmas assistance November 28 – December 14, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m., Monday – Friday at 2401 53rd St. S. For more information, call at 893-1097 and leave a message and one of our elves will return your call.

Get Readier for Hurricanes with the

My Safe Florida Home Program!

The My Safe Florida Home Program, passed by the Florida Legislature in 2022, will provide eligible Florida homeowners the ability to obtain free home inspections that would identify storm mitigation measures and provide grants to retrofit homes, hardening properties from storm damage and helping decrease the cost of residential property insurance in the state.

The application process for free wind mitigation home inspections and up to $10,000 in storm mitigation grants for Florida homeowners is now open.

Homeowners can fill out an application on the My Safe Florida Home website. For help with the application, call 866-513-6734 or email info@mysafeflhome.com.

Resources for Renters

This page is designed to help people who are struggling with the rising cost of housing find available help and learn about their rights as a renter. You can also find information on assistance with homeownership.

Veterans Park

5350 31st Ave S.

Veterans Park Memorial Ribbon Campaign

The Gulfport Senior Center Foundation will be installing a memorial ribbon in the Gulfport Veterans Park as a fundraiser to support programs and services of the Senior Center.

The meandering ribbon of engraved bricks will connect the sidewalk to the flagpole base at the beautiful waterfront park. The public is invited to purchase a brick to honor or memorialize a friend or family member, veteran or non-veteran. Engraved bricks will be a permanent part of the Gulfport Veterans Memorial Park.

FSI Connect

Real-Time Help for Families is a Call or Click Away

727-888-HELP (727-888-4357)

FSI is a prevention initiative focusing on providing families the right service, at the right time. The initiative provides support and wrap-around services to meet the family’s basic needs and helps to empower and educate them to become self-sufficient, and anchored within our community.

The City of Gulfport Private Waterline and Sewer Lateral Replacement Assistance Program offers financial reimbursement after the replacement of a deteriorated residential waterline or sewer lateral. City Utilities residential water or sewer customers are eligible for a rebate of 50% up to $3,500.00 after the purchase, installation, and inspection of failing waterlines or sewer lateral between the home connection and the city connection.

The City of Gulfport Senior Center’s Telephone Reassurance Program is a free service for Gulfport Residents 50 years of age or older. Volunteers provide daily phone calls to registered members and provide comfort, security, and peace of mind to members and families.

Registration is simple and free. If you or someone you know could benefit from this service during this difficult time, please call (727) 893-2237 and register today.

GEMS door-to-door transportation has provided independence & freedom to elderly and disabled residents of Gulfport for over 40 years.

Any Gulfport residents 55 & older or residents with a disability can take advantage of GEMS door to door service for a yearly membership of $70 plus $2 per ride. For more information, call 893-2242.

The Gulfport Public Works Department located at the 49th Street Neighborhood Center (1617 49th St. S.) is an official collection site for rechargeable batteries!

For more information, please call 727-893-1089 or visit https://mygulfport.us/public-works-department/.

If you have questions, please contact library staff at (727) 893-1073 or (727) 893-1074. Hours are, Monday – Friday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. & Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Gulfport Public Library is open with normal business hours. We are committed to the health and well-being of the citizens we serve. The Gulfport Library is open with limited services to the public, observing best practices for the safety of both citizens and staff.

If you continue to self-isolate and require library services: The Gulfport Public Library has a number of free services patrons can utilize to checkout eBooks, audiobooks, magazines,  or learn a learn a language.

The City App for iOS and Android mobile devices, allows residents to connect more conveniently with City government to report issues and request non-emergency services. For more information, please email info@mygulfport.us or call 727-893-1118. 

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

727-893-1016

The City’s Utility Customer Service Department is located at the City Hall Complex at 2401 53rd Street South and is open Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm. You can also reach the Customer Service Department by dialing 893-1016.