Gateway to the Gulf Newsletter |
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Highlighted Events/Classes this Week |
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| Monthly Empath Health CHAT Monday, May 6th 3 p.m. Gulfport Senior Center |
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| Seated Tai Chi Tuesday, May 7th at 8 a.m. Thursday, May 9th at 8 a.m. |
Gulfport Senior Center Tai Chi Attire: Wear comfortable clothing, & flat soled shoes. Bring water, if you like. |
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| Fresh Market Tuesday, May 7th |
Every Tuesday 9 am – 3 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 – 3 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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| Seasoned Sowers Garden Club Tuesday, May 7th 9 a.m. Gulfport Senior Center |
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| Seminar – Fundamentals for Successful Investing Tuesday, May 7th 10 a.m. Gulfport Senior Center |
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| Ballroom Dance Tuesday, May 7th |
with Carol Baker Gulfport Casino Ballroom 12 pm – 3 pm $8.00 admission Call 727-798-3660 |
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| Texas Hold’em Tuesday, May 7th at Noon Friday, May 10th at Noon |
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| Argentine Tango Dance Tuesday, May 7th |
with Kathleen & Steve Prucher Gulfport Casino Ballroom 6:30 pm – 11 pm $8.00 admission Call 727-742-3368 |
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| City Council Meeting Tuesday, May 7th |
7 p.m. Gulfport City Hall |
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| Presentation – So You Had an Accident? Wednesday, May 8th 2 p.m. Gulfport Senior Center Presented by Jim Wright |
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| Laughing Yoga Wednesday, May 8th |
with Certified Laugh-a Yoga Leader, Cathleen Howard 3:30 p.m. Scout Hall |
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| Gulfport Toastmasters Wednesday, May 8th |
Gulfport Public Library Social: 6:00 to 6:15pm Meeting: 6:15 to 7:30pm |
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| Marina District Neighborhood Watch Meeting Wednesday, May 8, 2019 Lions Club 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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Wednesday, May 8th is the Gulfport Casino Swing Night, withCharleston Lessons Lesson 6 – 7 p.m., Swing-Dance Lesson 7 – 8 p.m., and Dancing 8 – 11 p.m. Just $8 includes both lessons and the dance, students get $6admission, and birthday people get free admission. Charleston is a vital extension of both East-Coast Swing and Lindy Hop, so everything you learn in these Charleston classes can be added onto either dance, extending your repertoire. The first three weeks of Charleston lessons will be low impact, meaning couch potatoes, old folks, and geeky young folks alike, can do the moves and learn the essential Charleston, with very little athletic ability required. Here’s the schedule — Week 1: Triple-Time Charleston, Week 2: Touch Charleston + 20’s-Style, Week 3: Rock-Step Charleston, Week 4: Charleston with a Kick, Week 5: Tandem Charleston! |
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| Sound Meditation Thursday, May 9th |
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| Chair Volleyball Thursday, May 9th |
2:30 p.m. Gulfport Senior Center |
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| Latin Night at the Gulfport Casino Thursday, May 9th |
6:30 – 11 p.m. Doors Open at 6 p.m. $8 admission Gulfport Casino Ballroom |
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“DO I SOUND GAY?” NEXT IN LGBTQ FILM SERIES The LGBTQ Resource Center at Gulfport Public Library is proud to continue its monthly LGBTQ Film Series on Thursday, May 9 with DO I SOUND GAY?, an entertaining documentary exploring one’s voice and its relation to self-identity and gay identity. 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 7pm in the Friends Room at Gulfport Public Library (5501 28th Avenue South). Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. About DO I SOUND GAY? (2015): Director David Thorpe embarks on a hilarious and touching journey of self-discovery, confronting his anxiety about “sounding gay.” Enlisting acting coaches, linguists, friends, family, total strangers, and celebrities, he quickly learns that many people – both gay and straight – often wish for a different voice. In this feature-length documentary, what starts as a personal journey becomes a chance to unpack layers of cultural baggage concerning sexuality, identity, and self-esteem. Featuring appearances by Margaret Cho, Tim Gunn and George Takei. “Surprisingly entertaining, highly informative and honest.” (Newsweek) (Not Rated) Save the date for our next film, Thursday June 13, STONEWALL UPRISING (2010): On June 28, 1969, New York police raid a Greenwich Village gay bar, The Stonewall Inn. For the first time, patrons refuse to be led into paddy wagons, setting off a three-day riot that launches the Gay Rights Movement. Told by Stonewall patrons, reporters and the cop who led the raid, this compelling documentary recalls the bad old days when psychoanalysts equated homosexuality with mental illness and police entrapment was rampant. At the height of this oppression, the cops raid Stonewall, triggering nights of pandemonium with tear gas, billy clubs and a small army of tactical police. The rest is history. (Rated PG 13). We are proud to screen this film as part of our full slate of events for LGBTQ Pride Month throughout June, also commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising. Prior to the film, we will also hear remarks by local resident Jay Chetney, who was present during the Stonewall riots. Also save the dates for our films on July 11, QUEERCORE: HOW TO PUNK A REVOLUTION; August 8, SOUTHWEST OF SALEM; and September 12, THE HAPPY PRINCE. Watch for announcements of other films as they are added to the series on the second Thursday of each month. The LGBTQ Resource Center of the Gulfport Public Library is a 510(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 www.mygulfport.us/lgbtq-resources or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/GulfportLibraryFL. |
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| Book Club Friday, May 10th 9:30 a.m. Gulfport Senior Center 5501 27th Ave. S. |
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Soul Night w/ Swing Time Friday, May 10th is Soul Night at the Gulfport Casino, happening the second Friday of every month! 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, Stepping, Cha Cha, Rumba, Shag, Fusion, etc), plus group, line, and freestyle dancing too! Music & Dancing happens 8 pm-midnight, preceded by a Dance Lesson 7-8 pm. Just $10 includes the dance AND the lesson. Students get $6 admission if they show up by 7:00 pm and take the lesson. DANCE LESSON 7-8PM May 10th’s lesson is West-Coast Swing Special Guest Instructor Renee Lipman MUSIC & DANCING 8PM-12 All Ages~No Partners Needed~Doors Open 6:45 pm~Door Prizes~Cash Bar Lesson Info — Swing Time welcomes special guest instructor, Renee Lipman, who’ll teach the 7 pm West-Coast Swing lesson. Renee is a mover and shaker in the West-Coast world who’s largely responsible for the resurgence of West-Coast Swing in Tampa Bay. Since 2006, she’s won numerous competitions, including a silver medal in the 2007 U.S. Open Swing Dance Championships. The Gulfport Casino Ballroom is one of the world’s top dance destinations, offering social dance excitement in a picturesque beachfront setting. It features a rich history, a grand dance floor, a full bar, a smoke-free atmosphere, and free parking. The Gulfport Casino Ballroom is located in the St. Petersburg, Florida area at 5500 Shore Blvd. S., Gulfport, FL 33707. |
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Junk in the Trunk Saturday, May 11th 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. 49th Street Neighborhood Center 1617 49th St. S. Pinellas County HAZ-TO-GO Do you have chemicals or electronics taking up space at home? Need to get rid of them? Would you like a convenient option? The Pinellas County Haz-To-Go Truck will be at JITT from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. FREE to Gulfport residents. |
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| Monthly Beach Cleanup Saturday, May 11th 9 – 11 a.m. Gulfport Beach, Shelter #4 |
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| Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea Monday, May 13th 3 p.m. Gulfport Senior Center 5501 27th Ave. S. |
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| St. Anthony’s Memory Disorder Clinic Monday, May 13th Gulfport Senior Center 5501 27th Ave. S. Must call 727-893-5657 to schedule your appointment |
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| Gulfport Lions Club Monthly Meeting Tuesday, May 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, May 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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| Introduction to iPad & iPhone Thursday, May 16th 1:30 p.m. Gulfport Senior Center 5501 27th Ave. S. |
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Sock Hop with the Impacs Friday, May 17th 7 – 10 p.m. Gulfport Casino Ballroom 5500 Shore Blvd. S. Step back in time as you dance to the sounds of the 50s and 60s with the legendary Impacs. The Impacs will host their next performance of the 2019 season at the Historic Gulfport Casino Ballroom on Friday, April 19, 2019. Tickets, in advance, are two for $25, or $15 each and available at the Gulfport Casino Box office, 5500 Shore Blvd S. or the Downtown Beach Bazaar at 3115 Beach Blvd. S. Originating in the 1960s, the Impacs are celebrating their 57th anniversary by taking you back to the days of Sock Hops, Star Spectaculars, and American Bandstands. The fun begins the night of the show with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. and live music starting at 7 p.m. Admission at the door, the night of the show, is $20 per person. Tickets are on sale now at the Gulfport Casino Ballroom box office or Gulfport Beach Bazaar. For more information, please call the Gulfport Casino Ballroom at (727) 893-1070. |
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Blues Birthday Bash Honoring Sterling ‘Mr. Satan’ Magee Saturday, May 18th 6 – 9 p.m. Catherine Hickman Theater 5501 27th Ave. S. Carroway + Rose and The Enroy Foundation Inc. are proud to present a special screening of the new documentary film “Satan & Adam,” celebrating the life and music of Gulfport local blues legend Sterling Magee, aka “Mr. Satan” and his blues partner Adam Gussow. Event is open to public with suggested donation $20 (or whatever you can truly afford) going to the Enroy Foundation, a 501 (c) 3 committed to the visual and performing arts in the Tampa Bay area, with an emphasis on collaborative, educational, and environmental projects. The foundation will award the funds gathered from the event to the family of Mr. Magee. |
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Third Saturday Art Walk Saturday, May 18th 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. Visit Gulfport Florida on Saturday, May 18, 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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Art Opening and fundraiser Saturday, May 18th 6 – 10 p.m. Gulfport Art Center 2726 54th St. S. Abstract Art for Autism and other Special Abilities by Studio Duvoe, Inc. Come help us celebrate the creative genius of these awesome special abilities young people & adults. When a student sells a painting they receive ½ of the funds with the other half funding future art workshops and openings. All artwork is nicely framed and reasonably priced ($10 – $50). Volunteers and donations are always welcome. Contact Caroline Duvoe (727-271-5016) or Dan Mlotkowski (727-331-3819) for questions or details. Live music by Kari Kane and Those Lovebirds (Marty Fouts & Bonnie Kesler-Fouts). Drop by for a wonderful evening of live music and art in support of a wonderful organization. |
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| Presentation: Headaches Decoded Monday, May 20th 10:30 a.m. Gulfport Senior Center 5501 27th Ave. S. |
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| Popcorn and a Movie Tuesday, May 21st 1 p.m. Catherine Hickman Theater 5501 27th Ave. S. |
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| City Council Meeting Tuesday, May 21st |
7 p.m. Gulfport City Hall 2401 53rd St. S. |
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| Hurricane Preparedness Presentation – Lessons Learned Wednesday, May 22nd 2 p.m. Gulfport Senior Center 5501 27th Ave. S. |
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| Stetson Area Neighborhood Watch Meeting Wednesday, May 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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| Memorial Day Monday, May 27th All City Facilities Closed The Sanitation schedule will not be affected |
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| Gulfcoast Legal Services Tuesday, May 28th 1 – 5 p.m. Gulfport Senior Center 5501 27th Ave. S. |
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The LGBTQ Resource Center Presents Pride Month 2019 May 30th – June 27th The purpose of the Resource Center is to not only provide a welcoming communal space to the large LGBTQ population of Gulfport and Pinellas County, it also establishes a sense of awareness and advocacy for a segment of the Gulfport community that is ingrained in the very fabric of the community; it’s history, unique sensibility, and accepting creative spirit. The LGBTQ Resource Center of the Gulfport Public Library is an independent non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. |
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| City of Gulfport Hurricane Preparedness Seminar Thursday, May 30th - Doors open at 6 p.m. for Hurricane related vendor information
- Seminar featuring Chief Meteorologist Bobby Deskins and Emergency Management Director Cathie Perkins begins at 7 p.m.
Catherine Hickman Theater 5501 27th Ave. S. |
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| Trolley Market District Neighborhood Watch Meeting Wednesday, June 5, 2019 Gulfport Neighborhood Center 1617 49th 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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| 1st Friday Flea Market Friday, June 7th 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Gulfport Senior Center 5501 27th Ave. S. |
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City of Gulfport Flag Day Friday, June 14th 10 a.m. Veteran’s Park 5130 31st Ave. S. FREE and open to the public Special guest vocalist’s and former New York City Opera Singers Catherine & Ralph Bassett. The New Horizons Band of Gulfport pre-opening musical performance begins at 9:30 a.m. For more information, call Technical Events Specialist Kristin Ossola at 893-1118. |
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| FREE Ride on the Gulfport Rays Trolley! Monday, July 1st TB Rays vs. Baltimore Orioles Monday, July 1st • 7:10 p.m. Gulfport Casino Ballroom 5500 Shore Blvd. S. Departure Loops Start: 5 p.m. at the Gulfport Casino to First Pitch & 7th Inning Stretch to 10 p.m. |
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For more information and to register for the parade, please visit |
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Gulfport’s Safety Around Water Each session spans five consecutive Saturdays (excluding July 6) and will be held at the Stetson University College of Law pool. Classes are 45 minutes long and begin at 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM. |
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| PSTA Youth Summer Go Card Haul Pass Only $35, valid May 15 – August 31, 2019 It’s a great, safe and economical way for kids to get around during summer! For more information or to purchase, |
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| City of Gulfport’s FREE VPK Program Enrollment begins May 1st Classes start September 3rd Questions, please contact 727-893-1068 |
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New Scholarship for LGBTQ Gulfport Student The LGBTQ Resource Center at Gulfport Public Library is proud to announce it is offering a $1000 scholarship for the continuing education of an LGBTQ student from Gulfport. The Resource Center’s inaugural LGBTQ Scholar Award is intended to help students continue their post-graduate education, whether in college or trade school. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age and have completed high school by June 2019. They must have a home address within the last two years in Gulfport and be currently accepted to or already attending an accredited post-secondary institution. Finally, applicants must be registered for full-time attendance in the fall of 2019 in an undergraduate, graduate or trade school program. Completed applications must be received by June 3, 2019. Reference letters are due no later than June 10. Please direct questions to Susan Gore, c/o LGBTQ Resource Center, Gulfport Library or at susangphd@gmail.com. |
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Call for Applicants for its 2019/2020 “Rise and Shine” Grants for eligible artists currently residing in Pinellas County The Gulfport Merchant’s Chamber (GMC) has announced a call for applicants for its 2019/2020 “Rise and Shine” Grants for eligible artists currently residing in Pinellas County. The purpose of the grants is to support Gulfport’s and Pinellas County’s creative community and to promote Gulfport as an art destination. Preference will given to artists residing in Gulfport. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. Two grants, including funding, marketing/advertising support, and exhibition space will be offered with a total value of $1000 each. Deadline to apply is July 31. Each grant includes $500 up front to be used exclusively for displays, materials and supplies related to the artist’s aspirations; $300 in 10 paid booth reservations at the twice monthly Gulfport Art and Gallery Walks within a one-year period, with direct professional social media and marketing support; quarterly mentorship with a professional artist board member and one-on-one consultations with the art committee throughout the year; and $200 after completing 10 events and a post grant report. All grant monies are expected to go directly into the artist creating work and creating a professional display that can be used for future festivals and shows. |
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Call for Applicants for its 2019/2020 Community Support Grant Program The Gulfport Merchant’s Chamber (GMC) has announced a call for applicants for its 2019/2020 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, 2019. Applications received after the deadline cannot be considered. Decisions on recipients are scheduled to be announced by April 27. 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. Grant amounts will be determined and funds distributed to grantees after these GMC events have concluded for 2019. 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. A monthly Clothing Swap benefitting CASA is held during the Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market; and the GMC’s “Holiday Hoopla” helps collect donations for Operation Santa in December. Public art installations have also been commissioned and installed with GMC funding. |
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| Household Electronics & Chemical Collection Schedule All events are on Saturdays 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. call 727-464-7500. |
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 | Online access to the City of Gulfport Municipal Code is provided at the following link: |
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For more information, please visit |
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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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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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Comfort Reading From the Circle Bookshop Gulfport Public Library 5501 28th Ave. S. Curl up with a good book from the Circle of Friends Bookshop at the Gulfport Library. Popular novels, edgy science fiction, juicy mysteries and sentimental romances are all available for purchase at very attractive prices. Prefer cooking or crafting, then check out the many recipe books and craft books. A new selection of quilting books will fly off the shelves so come in soon and come in often as we restock the shelves every day. The Gulfport Library is located at 5501 28th Avenue N,. Please call Marilyn Field at 727-321-4035 if you have any bookshop questions. |
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2020 Census: How to Get Involved The 2020 Census provides an opportunity for everyone to be counted. Tribal, state, and local governments; community based organizations; faith-based groups; schools; businesses; the media; and others play a key role in developing partners to educate and motivate residents to participate in the 2020 Census. When community members are informed, they are more likely to respond to the census. Through collaborative partnerships, the U.S. Census Bureau and community leaders can reach the shared goal of counting EVERYONE in 2020. The Complete Count Committees (CCC) program is key to creating awareness in communities all across the country. - CCCs utilize local knowledge, influence, and resources to educate communities and promote the census through locally
- based, targeted outreach efforts.
- CCCs provide a vehicle for coordinating and nurturing cooperative efforts between tribal, state, and local governments; communities; and the Census Bureau.
- CCCs help the Census Bureau get a complete count in 2020 through partnerships with local governments and community organizations.
WHO? Tribal, state, and local governments work together with partners to form CCCs to promote and encourage response to the 2020 Census in their communities. Community-based organizations also establish CCCs that reach out to their constituents. WHAT? A CCC is comprised of a broad spectrum of government and community leaders from education, business, healthcare, and other community organizations. These trusted voices develop and implement a 2020 Census awareness campaign based upon their knowledge of the local community to encourage a response. WHEN? The formation of CCCs is happening NOW! Leaders are identifying budget resources and establishing local work plans. In 2020, they will implement the plans and lead their communities to a successful census count. HOW? It’s up to all of us! CCCs know the best way to reach the community and raise awareness. Some activities could include: - Holding CCC kickoff meetings with media briefings.
- Participating in Census rallies or parades.
- Coordinating Census unity youth forums.
- Hosting Interfaith breakfasts and weekend events.
- Encouraging the use of Statistics in Schools classroom resources.
- Incorporating census information in newsletters, social media posts, podcasts, mailings, and websites.
- Helping recruit census workers when jobs become available.
WHY? The primary goal of the 2020 Census is to count everyone once, only once, and in the right place. Community influencers create localized messaging that resonates with the population in their area. They are trusted voices and are best suited to mobilize community resources in an efficient manner. Earn extra income while helping your community. |
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