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Gateway to the Gulf Newsletter |
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Highlighted Events/Classes this Week |
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| Popcorn and a Movie Monday, July 15th Gulfport Senior Center 1 p.m. |
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| It Came From Outer Space Monday, July 15th 3 p.m. Gulfport Public Library Make an alien magnet, flying saucer and alien snot! |
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| Healthy Cooking Class Monday, July 15th Gulfport Senior Center 3 p.m. |
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| Fresh Market Tuesday, July 16th |
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, July 16th |
with Carol Baker Gulfport Casino Ballroom 12 pm – 3 pm $8 admission Call 727-798-3660 |
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| Argentine Tango Dance Tuesday, July 16th |
with Kathleen & Steve Prucher Gulfport Casino Ballroom 6:30 pm – 11 pm $8 admission Call 727-742-3368 |
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| City Council Meeting Tuesday, July 16th |
7 p.m. Gulfport City Hall |
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Wednesday, July 17th Triple-Time Swing is the 6-7 pm lesson topic every Wednesday in July at the Gulfport Casino Swing Night. Triple-Time Swing forms the basis for most advanced swing dancing (including Lindy Hop, West-Coast Swing, Boogie Woogie, Ballroom Jive, Carolina Shag, and East-Coast Swing, to name a few), for the simple reason that if you add more steps, you can perform more intricate moves. So kick your dancing up a few notches with these lessons, and learn some very cool moves in the process! |
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| The Strand Area Neighborhood Watch Meeting Wednesday, July 17, 2019 Gulfport Recreation Center 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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Visual Magic: Dali’s Masterworks in Augmented Reality brings Dali’s monumental canvases to life Before Dali: Goya-Vision & Inventions features two alternating suites of first-edition prints, alongside three significant paintings representing unique themes of Goya’s works. |
| The Dali Museum Thursday, July 18th $14 for GEMS Members $18 for Non-GEMS Members Price includes: Round-trip transportation, parking, and admission. Be prepared to walk longer than normal distances. Wear comfortable shoes. Call (727) 893-2242 for more information and to reserve your seat. Trips are non-refundable and subject to change without notice. Gulfport Senior Center |
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| Introduction to iPad & iPhone Thursday, July 18th 1:30 p.m. Gulfport Senior Center |
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| Alien Plushies Thursday, July 18th 4 p.m. Gulfport Public Library Use felt, buttons, stuffing and needle & thread to make a one of a kind space buddy. |
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| Latin Night w/ Carol Rivera Thursday, July 18th |
6:30 – 11 p.m. Doors Open at 6 p.m. Gulfport Casino Ballroom $8 admission |
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Thursday, July 18th 7 – 9 p.m. Join the Gulfport Historical Society as they take a stroll through history in Gulfport. The tour examines the creation of this small seaside hamlet; the tour guides, all Gulfport locals with a penchant for history and storytelling, share the town’s history and stories with the group. The tour starts at the Gulfport History Museum where you can take a peek at some of their historic photos. Please note that this event is on our “summer schedule”, from May through September, we’ll be offering walking tours every third Thursday at 7 pm. Tour free for Gulfport Historical Society members. All others pay $10 per person. Tickets can be purchased at www.gulfporthistoricalsociety.org. We have a water cooler at the museum; please bring your refillable bottle to fill up before the tour. These tours sell out, so advance ticket purchase is highly suggested. Members should pre-register to ensure they have a spot. We don’t love turning people away, but when the group gets too large it’s hard for everyone to hear our tour guides. |
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| Gulfport Community Players Summer One Acts July 18 – 21 Ten original short plays by Florida playwrights. All ten plays presented in the same evening. Comedies and light drama. Thursday-Friday-Saturday @ 8 PM Saturday & Sunday @ 2 PM |
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Third Saturday Art Walk Saturday, July 20th 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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| Gulfcoast Legal Services Tuesday, July 23rd 1 – 5 p.m. Gulfport Senior Center 5501 27th Ave. S. |
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| Gulfport Lions Club Monthly Meeting Tuesday, July 23rd |
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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| 9/11: A Structural Engineering Failure Wednesday, July 24th 2 p.m. Gulfport Senior Center 5501 27th Ave. S. |
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| Stetson Area Neighborhood Watch Meeting Wednesday, July 24, 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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Santana meets British Blues Rock Saturday, July 27th 8 – 10:30 p.m. The music of Carlos Santana meets British Blues Rock! Two great bands share the stage as they pay tribute to the music that helped form a generation…and change music forever. The music and rhythms of Carlos Santana come alive as they are perfectly performed by Moonflower in this amazing tribute concert. Hear all of Santana’s greatest hits played by these master musicians as they flawlessly recreate the sound, feel and show of this Latin rock icon and find yourself immersed in the “Spirit of Santana”. Acclaimed International recording artist Alex Lopez and his band The Xpress will perform the classic British blues that started a music revolution along with music from his own award winning albums. Hear music from such British blues greats like Eric Clapton, Cream, Led Zeppelin, Gary Moore, Jeff Beck and many more…and Discover why music critics are saying Alex will rejuvenate the blues for the next generation and fans call his shows a can’t miss high-energy concert event. |
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| Contra Dance with Tampa Friends of Old Time Dance Sunday, July 28th |
3:30 – 7 p.m. Gulfport Casino Ballroom 5500 Shore Blvd. S. $8 admission |
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Friday, August 2nd 8 – 9:30 p.m. Gulfport History Museum, 5301 28th Ave. Sure, everyone’s heard of the ghost at the Peninsula, but what about other hauntings in Gulfport? Join one of our spirits as they lead you on a ghostly tour through Gulfport’s history. This tour was created by Deborah Frethem, who wrote the book “literally” on haunted Gulfport. Your ticket price benefits the Gulfport Historical Society, the nonprofit that runs the Gulfport History Museum, offers porch parties and can help research your home’s history. We have a water cooler at the museum; please bring your refillable bottle to fill up before the tour. Thanks for supporting local history and preservation efforts! This tour is free for Gulfport Historical Society members and $10 for everyone else. Members MUST register for the tour, and please make sure you have your photo ID and membership card on hand the night of the tour. Tickets can be purchased at www.gulfporthistoricalsociety.org. |
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| The Legacy Writing Group Monday, August 5th 3 – 4:30 p.m. Gulfport Senior Center 5501 27th Ave. S. |
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Soul Night w/ Swing Time Friday, August 9th SOUL NIGHT 1990’s happens Friday August 9th (2019) at the Gulfport Casino! Dance 8 pm-midnight to the best of 1990’s Soul/R&B/Dance music! Arrive early for a Soul Line Dancing Lesson 7-8 pm. 1990’s attire is encouraged! Just $10 includes everything; students get $6 admission if they show up by 7 pm and take the lesson. Soul Night happens the second Friday of every month. DANCE LESSON 7-8 PM August 9th’s lesson is Soul Line Dancing Special Guest Instructor Angie Causey from United Soul Line Dancers MUSIC & DANCING 8 PM-12 All Ages~No Partners Needed~Doors Open 6:45 pm~Door Prizes~Cash Bar Lesson Info — Join special guest instructor, Angie Causey, and the United Soul Line Dancers for a Soul Line Dancing lesson at 7 pm. You’ll learn three new soul line dances, and you’ll get to dance them all later during the dance! Dance instructor & choreographer, Angie Causey, is founder of the United Soul Line Dancers. She’s been dancing and teaching for over 10 years, and regularly travels and teaches all across the USA. 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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| Monthly Beach Clean up Saturday, August 10th 9 – 11 a.m. Gulfport Beach, Shelter #4 2nd Saturday of every month |
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For more information, call the Gulfport Public Library at 727-893-1074. |
| Welcome to Gulfport Workshop Tuesday, August 13th at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, August 16th at 6 p.m. Are you new to, returning to, or simply curious about Gulfport? If so, please plan to attend one of our upcoming sessions in August. Co-hosted by Gulfport Neighbors and Gulfport Public Library, this event will inform you about Library services, and also provide information on the City of Gulfport services and activities. Many topics of interest including identifying your ward and your council representative. Learn which bus routes serve this area and about the Pinellas Trail. We will also provide an overview of Gulfport Neighbors’ mission and activities. |
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| Marina District Neighborhood Watch Meeting Wednesday, August 14, 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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11th Annual Gecko Ball Saturday, August 24th 6 – 11 p.m. Gulfport Casino Ballroom, 5500 Shore Blvd. S. The 11th Annual Gecko Ball has become known as Gulfport’s party of the year! In addition to the live auction of the artist’s geckos, the event includes dozens of silent auction items, costume contests, the annual coronation of the Gecko Queen, catered tapas, cash bar, live music, dancing and more. The Gecko Ball will be held at the Gulfport Casino Ballroom (5500 Shore Blvd.) on Saturday, August 24th from 6 – 11 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the Gulfport Beach Bazaar (3115 Beach Blvd. S.) and online at www.VisitGulfportFlorida.com. |
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19th Annual GeckoFest Saturday, August 31st 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Downtown Gulfport Waterfront District Beach Blvd. / Shore to 28th The 19th Annual Gulfport GeckoFest promises a full day of free family-friendly fun on Saturday, August 31st from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. GeckoFest is preceded each year by the Gecko Art Show, Gecko Crawl and Gecko Ball. Events are hosted by the non-profit Gulfport Merchants Association. Free parking and admission. Pet and family friendly. 2019 THEME: “Gecko’s of the Round Table” In the legend, the Knights (AKA: Geckos) are an order in the service of Arthur, tasked with ensuring the peace of the kingdom and sometimes also charged with leading the quest for the Holy Grail. The Round Table at which they met was created to have no head or foot, representing the equality of all the members. |
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| FREE Ride on the Gulfport Rays Trolley! Monday, September 23rd TB Rays vs. Boston Red Sox Monday, September 23 • 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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| The Gulfport History Museum has a New Number! 727-201-8687 Operating hours: Tuesday & Friday 10 AM to 2 PM |
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Free lunches will be made available all Summer at the Gulfport Public Library (5501 28th Ave. S.) to children 18 years old and younger from Monday – Friday from 12 pm-1 pm. No library card required. The Summer BreakSpot provides free meals to kids under 18 all summer long. Find a location near you by visiting SummerBreakSpot.org. New sites are added daily so be sure to check back regularly. |
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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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August Mentor Workshops Just thirty (30) minutes a week, can make a difference in a child’s life! Listen, encourage, be a friend to a child at a school closest to where you live or work. We’ve made it easy for you! - Attend a 90 minute mentor workshop
- Register to volunteer and obtain a free level 1 background screening
- Be matched with a student
- Get all the resources to help develop a fun and meaningful relationship
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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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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. For more information & to register, |
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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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Florida Department of Health is Providing FREE Hepatitis A Vaccines in Pinellas County Based on recent cases throughout the region, DOH-Pinellas is providing the hepatitis A vaccine at no charge at its five clinic locations; no appointment necessary. DOH-Pinellas’ Epi staff is available 24 hours a day for information about hepatitis A. Call (727) 824-6932. These centers are providing the vaccine: - St. Petersburg: 205 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St. N.
- Pinellas Park: 6350 76th Ave. N.
- Mid-County (Largo): 8751 Ulmerton Rd.
- Clearwater: 310 N. Myrtle Ave.
- Tarpon Springs: 301 S. Disston Ave.
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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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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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| Household Electronics & Chemical Collection Schedule All events are on Saturdays 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. call 727-464-7500. |
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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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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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