Gateway to the Gulf Newsletter |
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Highlighted Events/Classes this Week |
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| City Hall & Facilities will be Closed in Observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day Monday, January 20th There will be no change in the sanitation schedule. |
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| Fresh Market Tuesday, January 21st |
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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| Ballroom Dance Tuesday, January 21st |
with Carol Baker Gulfport Casino Ballroom 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. $8 admission Call 727-798-3660 |
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| French Club Tuesday, January 21st |
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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| Popcorn and a Movie Tuesday January 21st 1 p.m. Gulfport Senior Center |
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| City Council Meeting Tuesday, January 21st |
6 p.m. Gulfport City Hall |
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| Argentine Tango Dance Tuesday, January 21st |
with Kathleen & Steve Prucher Gulfport Casino Ballroom 6:30 p.m. – 11 p.m. $8 admission Call 727-742-3368 |
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Swing Night w/ Swing Time Wednesday, January 22nd Intermediate Swing in January — Advancing Your Swing is a group of four intermediate-level swing lessons, happening 6-7 pm Wednesdays, January 8th through 29th, at the Gulfport Casino Swing Night. Learn Cool Moves, Footwork Variations, Multiple Turns, Spins, Dips, Leans, and more. Add style to your swing dancing. Become a better leader or follower, and get asked to dance more often. Advancing Your Swing is taught by Sam, and for dancers who’ve taken this series before, we have some fun new material in store! |
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| Stetson Area Neighborhood Watch Meeting Wednesday, January 22, 2019 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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| Latin Night w/ Carol Rivera Thursday, January 23rd |
6:30 – 11 p.m. Doors Open at 6 p.m. Gulfport Casino Ballroom $8 admission - 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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| Rock Painting Friday, January 24th 10 a.m. – noon Gulfport Senior Center Must call 727-893-5657 to pre-register |
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| Comedy Show Saturday, January 25th 7 – 9:30 p.m. One Night Only! Donnie Stopa, and his hilarious comic-friends are bringing you an unforgettable night of clean comedy, music, and fun! |
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Rat Pack Together Again Sunday, January 26th 1 p.m. 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. |
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| Ballroom Dance Lessons Monday, January 27th 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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| Gulfport Lions Club Monthly Meeting Tuesday, January 28th |
6 p.m. Social / 6:30 p.m. Dinner Gulfport Lions Club Second & fourth Tuesday’s every month |
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| Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament Wednesday, January 29th 2 – 4 p.m. Gulfport Senior Center |
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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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NIA AND NESS A Dancer Poet duo Saturday, February 1st 8 p.m. Catherine Hickman Theater, 5501 27th Ave. S. From Brooklyn, New York, Nia and Ness will perform their evening-length piece Home. Nia and Ness suggest that you, “Be a fly on the wall and listen to our very intimate and deep conversations, which have to do with our being an out, black lesbian couple. All the things that we experience, the good the bad and everything in between.” Audiences have described them as fascinating, lovable and talented and have thrilled to their poetry and dance. |
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Nia and Ness are part of a full weekend of events! Check out Gulfport ReadOut 2020 at: |
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| Register to Vote Tuesday, February 4th 10 a.m. – noon Gulfport Senior Center 5501 27th Ave. S. |
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| City Council Meeting Tuesday, February 4th |
6 p.m. Gulfport City Hall 2401 53rd St. S. |
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| Fraud Prevention Forum Wednesday, February 5th 2 – 4:30 p.m. Catherine Hickman Theater, 5501 27th Ave. S. Featuring the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Gulfport Police Department, IRS Criminal Investigation and FBI. |
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First Friday Art Walk Friday, February 7th 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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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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| Board of Adjustment Meeting Wednesday, February 12th |
6:30 p.m. Gulfport City Hall 2401 53rd St. S. |
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| Marina District Neighborhood Watch Meeting Wednesday, February 12, 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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Soul Night Valentines Ball w/ Swing Time Friday, February 14th at the Gulfport Casino featuring Sugar & Spice Revue! Soul, Funk, Blues, R&B and Rock’n’Roll Winners, International Blues Challenge, 2017 Valentine’s Decor, Prizes, Candy & Chocolates! Everyone’s encouraged to wear something that’s red, white, or pink. Doors Open 6:45 pm Swing Dance Lesson 7-8 pm Live Music & Dancing 8-11 pm All Ages ~ No Partners Needed ~ Cash Bar ~ Free Parking Want Seating? We highly recommend you purchase advance tickets. Tickets are $15, available online (via credit card) or at the Gulfport Casino (cash only) during business hours and dances. Buy tickets in advance to reserve seats. Or get general admission tickets (dancing room only) at the door. 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 at 5500 Shore Blvd. S., Gulfport, FL 33707. |
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Peace, Love & Pride Festival Sunday, February 16th Noon – 6 p.m. Gulfport Casino Ballroom 5500 Shore Blvd. S. “Gulfport Pride” is about more than LGBTQ+ Pride. We’re proud of our hometown. We’re proud of our diversity. We’re proud that everyone is welcome here. This Festival is a celebration for everyone! Sponsored by ProSisters Radio, ProSisters.com and the City of Gulfport |
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| The Strand Area Neighborhood Watch Meeting Wednesday, February 19, 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, February 20th 1:30 p.m. Gulfport Senior Center 5501 27th Ave. S. |
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| Friday, February 21st 7 p.m. Catherine Hickman Theater, 5501 27th Ave. S. |
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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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Friday Sock Hop w/ the Legendary IMPACS Friday, February 28th 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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Gulfport’s 15th Annual Pink Flamingo Tour of Homes Saturday, March 7th 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Scout Hall, 5315 28th St. S. The tour features homes in the neighborhoods between Beach Blvd. and 49th Street S, south of Gulfport Blvd. For more information, contact Caron Schwartz, 303-641-5489 msschwartz4 at live.com |
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| City of Gulfport Nautical Flea Market Saturday, March 14th 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. Gulfport Municipal Marina, 4630 29th Ave. S. Limited spaces available. Cost is $10 for a 10’x10′ space. Please bring your own table and chairs. For more information, please contact the Marina office at 727-893-1071. |
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| 2020 Great American Clean Up – Clam Bayou Clean Up Saturday, March 14th 9 a.m. – noon Clam Bayou Nature Park, Miriam St. S. Please join us as we partner up for a rewarding day of community improvement, engagement and beautification. |
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Gulfport Health & Wellness Expo Saturday, March 14th 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Gulfport Casino Ballroom, 5500 Shore Blvd. S. Great things happened at the Gulfport Health & Wellness EXPO last year, but this year promises to be bigger and better! Last year, we had over 500 participants enjoy health screenings, demonstrations, and healthy food choices. They received a wealth of information concerning their health, recreational activities, and ways to increase self-confidence. Be part of this exclusive event designed to assist you in promoting your company’s services and providing you with an opportunity to share important information to an enthusiastic and receptive audience. Exhibit booths begin at only $150 and include your company name listed in multiple printed publications, as well as emailed publications to over 2500 individuals and local businesses. |
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| City of Gulfport Junk Drop Saturday, March 21st 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. 49th Street Neighborhood Center, 1617 49th St. S. Got Junk? Do your part and help clean up the earth by throwing away your junk for FREE at the City of Gulfport Junk Drop! For questions or more information, please contact 727-893-1089. |
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Grand Prix of Gulfport Boat Show & Race Friday, March 27th – Noon – 6 p.m. Saturday, March 28th – 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sunday, March 29th – 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Grand Prix of Gulfport, LLC is producing the fourth annual Grand Prix of Gulfport featuring F150, SST45, Jersey Speed Skiffs and a Boat Show. In cooperation with the City of Gulfport, the downtown area is transformed into mecca of activity along Shore Boulevard between 58th Street South and 54th Street South. The Race Boats, with their pit area open to the public makes the Gulfport Recreation Center home for the weekend, along with the Pleasure Boat Display and Vendor Booths lining Shore Blvd.. Beach Blvd., South will serve as the main entrance and a parking shuttle drop off area for the free to the public event. Proceeds to benefit the Michael J. Yakes Foundation ( www.mygulfportfoundation.org) a local non-profit organization whose mission is to help underprivileged children and seniors in the Gulfport, Florida area. |
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Ramping Up Hiring Efforts for 2020 Census The U.S. Census Bureau is ramping up its national recruiting efforts to hire up to 500,000 temporary, part-time census takers for the 2020 Census in communities across the country to reach its goal of more than 2 million applicants. The positions offer competitive pay, flexible hours, paid training, and weekly paychecks. To determine the pay rate in a specific area, learn more about these positions, or apply for one of the temporary jobs, visit 2020census.gov/jobs. |
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“Whether you’re looking to earn some extra cash, pay down your student debt, or offset holiday season spending, our part-time positions are a great way to do that,” said Census Bureau Director Steven Dillingham. “What better way to earn some extra money and help shape the future of your community for the next 10 years than with the 2020 Census?” |
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Who Should Apply? Anyone age 18 and older, such as recent high school graduates, college students, veterans, retirees, military spouses, seasonal workers and people who are bilingual are highly encouraged to apply. People who already have jobs and want to earn extra income evenings and weekends are also encouraged to apply. The selection process begins this month, with paid training occurring in March and April. After paid training, most positions work between May and early July. |
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The Census Bureau released a new interactive map to help partners and job seekers identify areas where hiring is taking place. The Census Bureau needs more applicants in all 50 states, especially in Hawaii, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Vermont, Washington, West Virginia and Wisconsin. The Census Bureau makes every effort to hire locally so census takers are familiar with the neighborhoods they are assigned to work. |
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Help us spread the word. Connect with us! |
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About the 2020 Census The U.S. Constitution mandates that a census of the population be conducted every 10 years. Census statistics are used to determine the number of seats each state holds in the U.S. House of Representatives and inform how state, local and federal lawmakers will allocate billions of dollars in federal funds to local communities every year for the next 10 years. |
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| Household Electronics & Chemical Collection All events are on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. |
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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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| 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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