| November 15, 2021 | City of Gulfport, FL – Gateway to the Gulf Newsletter |
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| Upcoming Events See what’s happening this month. |
| City Manager Report Read the current community news. |
| Senior Center E-news Click here to see what’s happening next. |
| Library Calendar of Events Upcoming activities at the Gulfport Library. |
| Michael J. Yakes Recreation Center Click here to see all classes and activities. |
| Historic Casino Weekly Dance Events Click here to see the Casino’s Weekly Dance Schedule. |
| All City Facilities Closed November 25 – 26, 2021 in Observance of Thanksgiving |
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| This Weeks Events & Meetings |
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| | Stand-up Comedy Casting Call Monday & Tuesday, November 15 – 16 | 6:45 p.m. Friday & Saturday, November 26 – 27 | 6:45 p.m. Gulfport Casino Ballroom, 5500 Shore Blvd. S. Jokey TV is hosting a stand-up comedy television special at the Gulfport Casino and they need YOU as the audience |
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Downtown Waterfront District Beach Blvd. S. |
| | Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market Tuesday, November 16th | 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. |
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| Ask a City Councilor Event at the Third Tuesday Fresh Market Tuesday, November 16th | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Gulfport Welcome Center, 3101 Beach Blvd. S. Gulfport Vice Mayor, Ward 1 Representative, April Thanos will be hosting an “Ask a City Councilor” event, 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 Vice Mayor, Ward 1 Representative, April Thanos at (727) 826-7138. |
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| | Ballroom Dance Lessons w/ Carol Baker Tuesday, November 16th | Noon – 3 p.m. |
| Gulfport Casino Ballroom 5500 Shore Blvd. S. $10 admission Call 727-798-3660 |
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| | Virtual Neighborhood Watch Meeting Every Wednesday | 1:30 p.m. |
Broadcasting “on Facebook” Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m. Check on updates for your area and learn about recent incidents related to vehicle, residential burglaries, BOLO’s and stolen vehicles. For more information, please contact Mr. Jim Wright Volunteer Coordinator at 727-893-1022 or jwright@mygulfport.us. |
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| | Swing Dance & Lesson w/ Swing Time Wednesday, November 17th Lesson 7 – 8 p.m. | Dancing 8 – 11 p.m. Gulfport Casino Ballroom 5500 Shore Blvd. S. $10 admission |
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| | Mobile Food Pantry Thursday, November 18th | 3 – 5 p.m. Recreation Center, 5730 Shore Blvd. S. FREE pre-packaged box of groceries while supplies last. For more information, please call 727-443-4031 ext. 506 or email info@hopevillagesofamerica.org. |
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| | In Recognition of FRAUD Awareness Week – FREE Onsite Shredding Services & Medication Collection Friday, November 19th | 9 – 11 a.m. Gulfport Senior Center, 5501 27th Ave. S. Please limit 5 boxes or bags per vehicle. No metal clips or binders. This is a drive-through event, so for your safety, remain in your vehicle. |
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| | Gulfport Permit FREE City-Wide Yard Sale Saturday, November 20th | Dawn – Dusk City of Gulfport, FL, Residents Only Brochures will be available at City Hall (2401 53rd St. S.), Gulfport Public Library (5501 28th Ave.) S., Gulfport Casino outdoor brochure display (5500 Shore Blvd. S.) online or in the Gabber classified section on Thursday, November 18. Call 893-1118 for more information. |
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| | Suddenly in Command – Recreational Boat Passenger Class Saturday, November 20th | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Gulfport Public Library, 5501 28th Ave. S. Ever wonder what you should do if the operator of your boat unexpectedly becomes incapacitated or falls overboard? How do you call for help, stop the boat? If so, this class is for you. The Class is FREE and offered by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla in Gulfport. Just contact Marty Richardson at 630-674-5352 or merichardsonjr@att.net to register or get more information. |
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| | Third Saturday Indie Faire Saturday, November 20th | 5 – 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. |
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| Upcoming Events & Meetings |
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Members $7 Non-members $10 |
| | USA DANCE Presents Ballroom dancing Monday, November 22nd | 7 – 10 p.m. Gulfport Casino Ballroom, 5500 Shore Blvd. S. USA Dance provides dance opportunities for local citizens by organizing affordable social dances, dance lessons and dance workshops. The goal of the Suncoast chapter is to serve the USA Dance mission which is to increase the quality and quantity of ballroom dancing in America. Contact Nancy Welch at, nancy01FL@aol.com for more information. |
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| | Argentine Tango Dance & Lesson w/ Kathleen & Steve Prucher Tuesday, November 23rd | 6:30 p.m. – 11 p.m. |
| Gulfport Casino Ballroom 5500 Shore Blvd. S. $10 admission Call 727-742-3368 |
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Gulfport Casino Ballroom 5500 Shore Blvd. S. |
| | Swing Time Pre-Thanksgiving Bash Wednesday, November 24th | 7 p.m. – Midnight Lesson 7 – 8 p.m. | Live music & dancing 8 – midnight Admission $12 With Thanksgiving on Thursday, the weekend starts Wednesday night, when Swing Time hosts a special evening of live music and swing dancing! Wednesday, November 24th, 2021, join in celebration at the Gulfport Casino Swing Night for Swing Time’s Pre-Thanksgiving Bash! |
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| | Gulfport Lions Club – Feeding Tampa Bay Mobile Food Program Thursday, November 30th | 4:30 – 6 p.m. Gulfport Lions Club 4630 Tifton Drive S. For additional updated assistance, text FTBFYI to 855-530-3663 or visit https://www.feedingtampabay.org. |
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| | First Friday Art Walk Friday, December 3rd | 5 – 9 p.m. Downtown Waterfront District Beach Blvd. S. Come join us with free live music up and down the street. Follow the flags for artist clusters, displaying paintings, jewelry, glass, mixed media sculpture and more. First Friday Art Walk is a juried event that welcomes emerging and professional artists in all media to engage in our arts loving community. |
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Gulfport Casino Ballroom 5500 Shore Blvd. S. |
| | Soul Night at the Gulfport Casino Friday, December 10th | 7 p.m. – midnight Second Friday of Every Month Doors Open 6:45pm | $10 Admission Dance to the best in Funk, Soul, Disco, Motown, Rhythm & Blues, with an exciting mix of retro and modern dance music, great for a variety of partner dances (Hustle, Swing, West-Coast, Blues, Cha Cha, Shag, Fusion, etc.), plus group, line, and freestyle dancing too! Arrive early for a Dance Lesson 7 – 8 p.m. |
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| | 36th Annual BCYC Lighted Holiday Boat Parade Saturday, December 11th | 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! See the parade from Osgood Point all the way to Isla del Sol! |
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| | Cocktails and Candy canes – Third Saturday Indie Faire Holiday Event! Saturday, December 18th | 1 – 9 p.m. Downtown Waterfront District, Beach Blvd. S. Come and celebrate the Holiday Season at a special Third Saturday Indie Faire! You’ll find a night market brimming with art, jewelry, plants, crafts, and other locally crafted finds. Along with vendors, you can catch live music and a special visit from Santa! |
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| ALERTPinellas Sign up for emergency notification services here. |
| Pinellas County Emergency Management Prepare yourself and your family here. |
| Latest Beach Water Quality Sampling Data See the latest report here. |
| Public Cameras Check out our live streaming cameras here, to see what you are missing. |
| Gulfport Charter & Code of Ordinances Online access is provided at the following link. |
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| | Attention Gulfport Businesses!! Visit https://mygulfport.us/rebound/businessapplication/ to register your business today! The Gulfport Rebound incentive program will provide vouchers for Gulfport residents to be used at participating businesses that have been negatively impacted by COVID‐19. Participating businesses will collect Gulfport Rebound vouchers as payment for goods and services through the duration of the program. A business can apply to redeem these vouchers with the City of Gulfport at any time from December 10, 2021 through February 1, 2022. Applications for eligible businesses are being accepted now and the acceptance period will close on November 24, 2021. |
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| JOIN THE BAND – “Your Best is Good Enough” Calling all musicians and aspiring musicians! (And especially percussionists!) The New Horizons Band of Gulfport will begin our first session of 2022 on Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at the Gulfport Senior Center, 5501 27th Ave S, Gulfport, FL. The New Horizons mission is to give adults an opportunity to play music with others, whether that person is just learning to play a musical instrument, returning to play after a long absence, or lifelong player. - Green Band/beginning band – meets between 5:00 and 5:45 pm. This group is for those learning music for the first time or experienced musicians starting a new instrument.
- Concert Band meets between 6:00 and 8:00 pm. The band plays marches, show tunes, and popular music.
The Session 1 fee is $25 to cover band expenses. Bring an instrument and music stand. |
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| Help for Families with Children For families with children, finding and accessing the right services can be a challenge. That’s why the Family Services Initiative was created: to provide real-time help for struggling Pinellas families. Trained professionals work in partnership with families to help overcome their challenges. Plus, resources are available for basic need items like food, kids’ beds/bedding, transportation, and rent/utility assistance. Four agencies are at the core of the initiative: 2-1-1 Tampa Bay Cares, Gulf Coast Jewish Family and Community Services, Personal Enrichment through Mental Health Services (PEMHS), and the Juvenile Welfare Board. In addition, multiple community partners access and contribute to the system. |
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| 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/. |
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| 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. |
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| Coming Soon! Veterans Park Memorial Pavers Available Now to Support the Gulfport Senior Center Foundation |
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| Wood Ibis Park is a 4-acre park located along 58th St. S. at approximately 28th Ave. S. The most distinguishing feature of the park is the lake. With native aquatic plantings and a fountain to keep the water aerated, the park has become a favorite location for small bunnies, wading birds and a variety of ducks. |
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| 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. |
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| The Gulfport Public Library (5501 28th Ave. S.) is open with limited service. Check out all the virtual events they have to offer on their Facebook page at, www.facebook.com/GulfportLibraryFL. For more information, please call 727-893-1074. |
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| 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. |
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Comments from Cruisers (2)
Please clarify whether this construction affects the C. Heide Trask Memorial Bridge (opening bridge commonly known as the Wrightsville Beach Bridge). It only mentions the fixed portion of the Wrightsville Beach Bridge spanning Banks Channel and shouldn’t affect most Cruisers due to the fixed height at under 8 feet.
Todd is correct. This upgrade will be on the Banks Channel Bridge, not the Wrightsville Beach Bridge which crosses the AICW.
THANK YOU TODD! This posting will be removed shortly.
Editor Larry