Gateway to the Gulf Newsletter |
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Highlighted Events/Classes this Week |
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Monday, December 23rd 10:15 a.m. Gulfport Public Library Join us for stories, songs, movement, and a craft! All are welcome, but this program is geared toward the 3-5 year old crowd. For additional information, please contact Cailey at 727-893-1134. |
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| Ballroom Dance Lessons Monday, December 23rd 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. Second & fourth Mondays Gulfport Senior Center Class space is limited. Sessions run for 3-month period. Please call 727-893-5657 to pre-register. |
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| French Club Tuesday, December 24th |
12:30 p.m. Gulfport Public Library Come practice speaking French in a relaxed atmosphere with others who are actively learning the language. |
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City Hall & Facilities Closed in Observance of Christmas!!! Wednesday, December 25th Gulfport City Hall and facilities will be closed on Wednesday, December 25 in observance of Christmas. No Yard Waste Pickup This Week. |
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| Latin Night w/ Carol Rivera Thursday, December 26th |
6:30 – 11 p.m. Doors Open at 6 p.m. Gulfport Casino Ballroom $8 admission NEW SCHEDULE: - 6:30 – 7:30 pm: Advanced Workshop
- 7:30 – 8:30 pm: Beginner Workshop
- 8:30 – 11:00 pm: General Latin Dancing
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Thursday, December 26th 10:15 a.m. & 11 a.m. Gulfport Public Library Join us for stories, songs, movement, and a craft! All are welcome, but this program is geared toward the 3-5 year old crowd. For additional information, please contact Cailey at 727-893-1134. |
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Friday, December 27th 10 a.m. Gulfport Public Library If you have little ones under 2 years old, please join us for Babytime on Fridays at 10 a.m. We will sing songs, read books, enjoy lap bounce rhymes, and meet other caregivers with infants and young toddlers. Older siblings are also welcome. Call 727-893-1074 for additional information. |
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| Fresh Market Tuesday, December 31st |
Every Tuesday 9 am – 2 pm Gulfport Fresh Market on Beach Blvd. S. The Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market, located along Beach Blvd. in Gulfport’s Historic Waterfront Arts District, is open year-round, from 9 am – 2 pm. With a roster of over 70 vendors, you will find a wide variety of products, including but not limited to, ready-to-eat and take-home foods, fresh produce, plants, herbs, jewelry, teas, art, clothing and live music. |
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| Ballroom Dance Tuesday, December 31st |
with Carol Baker Gulfport Casino Ballroom 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. $8 admission Call 727-798-3660 |
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Come Join in the Fun this New Year’s Eve with Argentine Tango at the Gulfport Casino Ballroom! |
| New Year’s Eve Argentine Tango Gala Tuesday, December 31st 8:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. $15 (advance tickets) or $20 at the door To purchase advance tickets, please contact Steve at 727-741-8878. Soak in the romantic Argentine tango music, photos and video show, take a beginner’s tango lesson, champagne toast at midnight. Pot Luck! Bring a dish to pass (optional) |
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| City Hall & Facilities Closed in Observance of the New Year!!! Wednesday, January 1st Gulfport City Hall and facilities will be closed on Wednesday, January 1st in observance of the New Year. No Yard Waste Pickup This Week. |
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| Free Hepatitis A & Influenza Shots Thursday, January 2nd 1 – 4 p.m. For more information, please contact the Florida Department of Health in Pinellas at 727-824-6932 or visit www.pinellashealth.com. |
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First Friday Art Walk Friday, January 3rd 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. Visit Gulfport Florida for the Gulfport Art & Gallery Walk. Find your shopping and dining maps at VisitGulfportFlorida.com and chart your course to our beachfront town! Shop for local art along Beach Blvd, visit a gallery, catch a live local band and dine at one of the locally owned restaurants along Beach & Shore Blvd’s. The Gulfport Art & Gallery Walk event, produced by the non-profit Gulfport Merchants Association, takes place from 6-10 p.m. every first Friday and third Saturday – rain or shine, all year round, and is home to dozens of artisans and craftsmen each month. There is never an admission fee for visitors and complimentary parking is available nearby with courtesy trolley rides available to and from off-site parking areas. Gulfport events are always pet and family friendly. GPS – 3101 Beach Blvd. S., Gulfport, FL 33707. |
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| City Council Meeting Tuesday, January 7th |
6 p.m. Gulfport City Hall |
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| Argentine Tango Dance Tuesday, January 7th |
with Kathleen & Steve Prucher Gulfport Casino Ballroom 6:30 p.m. – 11 p.m. $8 admission Call 727-742-3368 |
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Body Movement & Being Wednesday, January 8th 11:30 a.m. How is this class unique? It reminds one of yoga, Pilates, Feldenkrais and maybe other practices and yet it is not. It does not focus on repetition of a set of exercises. The classes are built on a flow of movement with a main theme that develops and finds connections in the body that make sense for more efficient movement. Words do not do it justice; it has to be experienced within the body. Is it easy? Not really. Is it too hard? Absolutely not. This class will focus on attention as we work, coupled with body awareness, allows us to find pathways for movement that re-balance our system. It is a study about our own patterns of movement which we can change to make more sense to the system. Classes are slower than most classes, which allows us time to find the connection, pay attention and concentrate on the center and the core of the body. No mindless repetition, but a strong mind-body connection. We allow movement to flow, progressing in a circular motion so as to follow the shape of the joints, utilizing breath, imagery and intention while we work. All that puts us on the pain toward attaining new levels of wellness. |
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Wisdom Healing Qigong Wednesday, January 8th 1:30 p.m. Scout Hall, 5315 28th Ave. S. Join me in the search for wisdom, fulfillment and inner joy. We will make this happen through sound healing, gentle-meditative movements and inner smiles. This class will be most warm and loving to ourselves and others. So please join me for a magical hour of happinessl Barbara Newborn |
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Tai Chi Beginner Class for Health and Well-Being Wednesday, January 8th 6:30 p.m. Gulfport Senior Center 5501 27th Ave. S., Room 107 You will be introduced to a Qi gung exercise and the 8 Brocades. In addition, you will be introduced to the Yang Family Form. By daily practice of these foundation movements you will gain Balance and Relaxation while enjoying a peaceful and relaxed gathering learning the ancient art and discipline of Tai Chi. Tai Chi is an excellent exercise method for people of all ages. Studies have shown that Tai Chi will improve your health and well-being, work on reducing knee and back pains, help improve circulation and internal organ functions, increase flexibility and range of motion, build muscle and strength for better balance and posture and help relax the body and quiet the mind. Call the Gulfport Senior Center at 727-893-5657 to register for this 12 week class. |
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| Board of Adjustment Meeting Wednesday, January 8th |
6:30 p.m. Gulfport City Hall 2401 53rd St. S. |
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| Marina District Neighborhood Watch Meeting Wednesday, January 8, 2019 Lions Club 4630 Tifton Dr. 7:00 p.m. All meetings start at 7:00 p.m. and ANYONE CAN ATTEND! Contact Jim Wright, Volunteer Coordinator at: 727-893-1022 |
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THE MOST DANGEROUS YEAR (2019) NEXT IN LGBTQ FILM SERIES Thursday, January 9th at 7 p.m. The LGBTQ Resource Center at Gulfport Public Library is proud to continue its monthly LGBTQ Film Series on Thursday, January 9 with THE MOST DANGEROUS YEAR. The Film Series is a free gathering to watch a film in the company of friends and neighbors on the second Thursday of each month. Popcorn, candy, bottled water and soda are available. Donations will be accepted to benefit the LGBTQ Resource Center. Feel free to bring your own “brown bag” supper and beverages. Each film begins at 7 pm in the Friends Room at Gulfport Public Library (5501 28th Avenue South). Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. The LGBTQ Resource Center of the Gulfport Public Library is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The Resource Center provides collections, services and events throughout the year to the local LGBTQ community, its friends and family. Find out more about the Resource Center and the Library on the web at mygulfport.us/lgbtq-resources or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/GulfportLibraryFL. Or contact the LGBTQ Resource Center by email to LGBTQGulfport@gmail.com. |
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Gulfport Community Players Present “Orange Belt Railroad” January 9-19 Thursday – Saturday 8 p.m. Saturday – Sunday 2 p.m. Peter Demens, a Russian immigrant and small town businessman, takes a dilapidated railroad in payment for a debt and, sets out to build a railroad stretching across Florida. Like a cat with nine lives, each time the railroad’s end is near, Demens strikes a new deal to keep things going. - Tickets $18 online + $1.50 fee(credit card)
- Tickets $18 at the Gulfport Beach Bazaar – cash only/no credit cards.
- $20 lobby (cash only) – 1 hour before show time
- General admission, no assigned seating.
- Arrive at the theater 30 minutes before show time for choice of seats.
- We do not accept telephone reservations.
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| Gulfport Lions Club Monthly Meeting Tuesday, January 14th |
6 p.m. Social / 6:30 p.m. Dinner Gulfport Lions Club 4630 Tifton Dr. S. Second & fourth Tuesday’s every month |
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| The Strand Area Neighborhood Watch Meeting Wednesday, January 15, 2019 Gulfport Recreation Center 5730 Shore Blvd. S. 7:00 p.m. All meetings start at 7:00 p.m. and ANYONE CAN ATTEND! Contact Jim Wright, Volunteer Coordinator at: 727-893-1022 |
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Lunch & Learn: presented by Author Ellen M. Levy Thursday, January 16th Noon – 1 p.m. Gulfport Public Library, 5501 28th Ave. S. The event is free and open to the public. Attendance by adults only is suggested. Attendees are invited to bring their own “brown bag” lunch and beverages. Novel “Romance at Stonegate”: Think about the challenges you faced when coming out and then imagine what it might have been like in Post-Victorian America. Deborah and Miriam are two young girls who fall in love in 1910 who deal with religious oppression and isolation. They must hide their relationship from their friends and families while dealing with the intense pull of young love. Ellen Levy, appearing in period costume, will draw you into their 1910 world. She promises a rich discussion of the challenges of being a lesbian in an era that is not ready for them. You will fall in love with these courageous young women. Copies of her book will be available for purchase. |
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| Introduction to iPad & iPhone Thursday, January 16th 1:30 p.m. Gulfport Senior Center 5501 27th Ave. S. |
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| City of Gulfport’s Arbor Day Friday, January 17th 3:45 p.m. Tomlinson Park, 19th Ave. S. & 54th St. S. We invite everyone to attend Arbor Day to share their commitment to environmental stewardship for a special tree planting. For more information, please call 727-893-1118. All are welcome! |
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3rd Friday Sock Hop w/ the Legendary IMPACS Friday, January 17th 7 – 10 p.m. Gulfport Casino Ballroom, 5500 Shore Blvd. S. Come join us for a 50’s and 60’s Sock Hop at The Gulfport Casino (5500 Shore Blvd. S.) Doors open at 6:30 pm. Advance tickets are $15 each or two for $25, Tables of 10 are $120. Tickets at the door are $20. Buy advance tickets at the Gulfport Casino Ballroom (5500 Shore Blvd. S.) or the Gulfport Beach Bazaar (3115 Beach Blvd. S.). For more information, please contact 727-893-1070. |
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| City Council Meeting Tuesday, January 21st |
6 p.m. Gulfport City Hall 2401 53rd St. S. |
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| Stetson Area Neighborhood Watch Meeting Wednesday, January 22, 2019 Stetson School of Law, Eleazer Hearing Room, 1401 61st St. S. 7:00 p.m. All meetings start at 7:00 p.m. and ANYONE CAN ATTEND! Contact Jim Wright, Volunteer Coordinator at: 727-893-1022 |
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Rat Pack Together Again Sunday, January 26th 1 p.m. Catherine Hickman Theater, 5501 27th Ave. S. A Toast to the Rat Pack takes you on a musical journey featuring the greatest hits from the legendary Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr. After watching these performers, you will leave the show feeling as though The Rat Pack is still going strong after all these years. link to the show https://youtu.be/mQmp9P7NuwU. or at the Gulfport Casino Ballroom, 5500 Shore Blvd. S. |
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So Classic Car Show Saturday, February 1st 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Trolley Market Square, Tangerine Ave. S. & 49th St. S. This year we will hand out over 90 Trophy awards. Judging will be done in 10 year increments starting with the oldest registered car. All makes and models are allowed to register. This is a charity event with some of the proceeds to go to VETSports. Founded in 2012 by three combat Veterans, VETSports aims to set the standard for how to improve Veteran’s physical, mental, and emotional health through sports, physical activity, and community involvement. VETSports provides thousands of Veterans with continuous opportunities to reintegrate into their communities through sports, community service, events, and partnership. |
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9th Annual PAVA 2Cool Art Show Saturday, Feb. 1st at 10 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 2nd at 10 a.m. Gulfport Casino Ballroom, 5500 Shore Blvd. S. Hosted by the Professional Association of Visual Artists, the City of Gulfport and the Gulfport Downtown Merchant Association, and held in an historic building that has been referred to as the “heart and hub” of Gulfport, the 2Cool Art Show is now in it’s ninth year. This juried fine art and fine craft show, PAVA’s second premier exhibition, is held in February each year at the Gulfport Casino. Located on the waterfront at 5500 Shore Blvd., it gives winter visitors a sampling of the high caliber work for which the summer Cool Art Show is so well known. Thirty five juried artists show and sell a variety of hand crafted visual and functional works in paint, wood, ceramics, photography, metal, glass, mixed media and jewelry. Admission and parking are always free. |
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Fine Arts Festival Sat. Feb 8 – Sun. Feb 9 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Veterans Park 5350 31st Ave. S Complimentary admission and parking conveniently located within walking distance. Courtesy transportation is also available from remote parking locations throughout the City. The juried art show will feature fine works of art from across the region, including but not limited to; 2D, 3D, Ceramic, Glass, Metal, Mixed Media, Wood, Acrylic, Collage, Oil, Pastel, Ink, Fine Photography, Watercolor, and Fine Jewelry. |
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16th Annual Gulfport Get Rescued Saturday, Feb. 22nd 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Gulfport Waterfront District Beach Blvd. S. Gulfport’s Get Rescued annual event is one of the largest animal rescue events in the state! All profits to benefit participating non-profit rescue groups. In addition to the animal rescue organizations there will be animal-related vendors, artists and crafters, an adoptable pet parade, pet care education, pet services, a pet food & supplies drive, free samples, training demos, a Bark-B-Que, food, DJ music & more. Admission and parking are free! |
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The Gulfport Merchant’s Chamber (GMC) has announced a call for applicants for its 2020/2021 community support grant program. Local non-profit organizations that target or include Gulfport in their activities are invited to apply. Applicants must be certified tax-exempt non-profit organizations, government entities requesting funds for public purposes, or schools and colleges at any level. For more details and to apply, see the application available at www.VisitGulfportFlorida.com. Click on “Community Grant” at the bottom of the home page. Submission of an application does not guarantee funding and the Board of the GMC reserves the right to determine or adjust the amount awarded to any recipient. Applications must be received in writing and must be emailed, postmarked or delivered no later than March 31, 2020. Applications received after the deadline cannot be considered. Decisions on recipients are scheduled to be announced by the end of April 2020. Special consideration will be given to organizations that are able to help promote and provide volunteers for the GMC events that raise the funds making these grants possible. “Gecko World” events with funds earmarked each year for community giving include “Gecko Crawl,” “Gecko Ball” and the GeckoFest street festival. The events grow in size and popularity every year and each requires a large promotional effort and a large number of volunteers. Events occur in late summer. Grant amounts will be determined and funds distributed to grantees after these GMC events have concluded for 2020. Since sponsoring the community grants, the GMC has provided many thousands of dollars in funding to a large and growing roster of worthy non-profit organizations. The GMC also gives back to the community in other ways during the year, including sponsoring “Gulfport’s Get Rescued” each February, benefitting animal rescue groups. And a monthly Clothing Swap benefitting CASA is held during the Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market. Public art installations have also been commissioned and installed with GMC funding. |
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WOW is currently installing a fiber cable network inside the City of Gulfport, Florida. During this time, residents may expect construction in the public right of ways. The majority of the cable infrastructure is aerial, however, there are areas in the City, approximately 1.5 miles, where the fiber cabling runs underground. Wow will properly notice city residents with door hangers and is expected to be completed by the end of the 2019 calendar year. For more information, please contact the City of Gulfport Public Works Department at (727) 893-1089. |
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| Calling ALL Teens!!! Looking for something to do in the evenings? Come to Teen Night at the Gulfport Recreation Center! Gulfport Recreation Center, 5730 Shore Blvd. S. For questions or more information, please call John at 727-893-1079. |
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| Catch A Ride With GEMS! GEMS door-to-door transportation has provided independence & freedom to elderly and disabled residents of Gulfport for over 40 years. Call for more information, 727-893-2242 |
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Do you love Gulfport and wish you could be here all the time? Check out our live streaming cameras to see what you are missing. From beaches and volleyball to dining and special events; Gulfport has it all! After all we are one of the most fun and exciting cities on the Gulf coast! |
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| Smoke Alarms Save Lives Free smoke alarms are available to elderly and low income households within Gulfport City limits. Call Fire Chief James Marenkovic at 893-1062 for more information. |
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Gulfport on the Go! Get the City App City of Gulfport is proud to announce the launch of the new City of Gulfport app for iOS and Android mobile devices, the newest way to connect with its citizens. The Official City of Gulfport app offers citizens a simple way to submit requests-like reporting potholes, signs, trash or debris, code violations, and inquiring about an event venue. Users can include an address and description, GPS-specific location, as well as a photo of the issue. Once a request is submitted, you can keep track of pending and completed requests within the “My Requests” section. In addition, the City app has direct links to the online utility bill payment system, the City calendar, frequently asked questions, the city employee directory, the sanitation department, and the electronic newsletter signup. The City App allows residents to connect more conveniently with City government to report issues and request non-emergency services. Offering more ways for citizens to connect with the City, please email info@mygulfport.us or call 727-893-1118 with questions or technical issues about the smart phone app. |
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Reassurance Telephone Program Gulfport Senior Center 5501 27th Ave. S. Let the friendly Volunteers of the Gulfport Senior Center chat with you on a daily basis. Sign up for the Gulfport Reassurance Program and choose between two call times: early-morning or mid-morning. This service is designed to help you feel secure and connected. For more information, call the Gulfport Senior Center at (727) 893-2237 |
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| Get a FREE Amplified Phone Gulfport Senior Center 5501 27th Ave. S. 3rd Tuesday of every month 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. You MUST call 727-399-9983 to qualify. |
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