More Than 170 Stories for 2024 – Peter Swanson
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Edenton is All Decked out for the Holidays! Edenton, NC
A longtime CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, historic Edenton always has an exciting calendar of events and places to visit! Edenton is at the mouth of the Chowan River on the northwest shore of Albemarle Sound.
Merry Christmas! We hope that this holiday season is full of goodwill and cheer for you and your loved ones.
Here in Edenton, we are cherishing the holiday season with annual traditions, including beautifully decorated shops and gardens, JOY Trees, and Christmas parades.
Edenton is all decked out for the holidays, and we hope this year’s photo gallery will bring you a sense of the warmth and welcome residents and visitors experience here.
Make plans to join us during this next year in Edenton! Our Bed and Breakfasts are ready to welcome you with Southern charm and comfort.
We can’t wait to see you soon!
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Santa Trained for Today’s Role by Rescuing Sailors from Storms – Peter Swanson
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Santa Trained for Today’s Role by Rescuing Sailors from Storms
His Knack for Teleportation Came in Handy for Later Toy Deliveries
Wearing his bishop’s outfit, St. Nicholas shows up just in time to save a ship whose sail has torn. The crew is trying to keep off a lee shore that looks like hippo teeth.
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A Special Gift For You from Makers Air and SCYC
Happy Holidays, from our family to yours!
Thank you for being part of the Makers Air and SCYC family and placing your trust in us year after year.
We wish you health, happiness, and many more Out Island adventures in 2025!
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Why Was a Perfectly Good Boat Abandoned at Sea? (Videos) – Peter Swanson
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Why Was a Perfectly Good Boat Abandoned at Sea? (Videos)
The Sad Story of Time Aut’s Voyage to the Islands, Explained
Coast Guard air crew looks out over Time Aut as a rescue swimmer helped bring her people on board the helicopter.
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December 23, 2024 Weekly Email Newsletter, City of Gulfport, Boca Ciega Bay, FL
The City of Gulfport and Gulfport Municipal Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, always have a full calendar of events for all ages. The marina and harbor, found on the northern shores of Boca Ciega Bay, are easily accessible from the Western Florida ICW, just north of Tampa Bay.
Weekly news & updates 
December 23, 2024 | City of Gulfport, FL – Gateway to the Gulf Newsletter 
Upcoming Events See what’s happening this month.
Senior Center E-news Click here to see what’s happening next.
Library Calendar of Events Upcoming activities at the Gulfport Library.
Recreation Center Click here to see all classes and activities.
Casino Ballroom Weekly Dances Click here fo weekly dance schedule.
Gulfport Community Update Click here to read more.
Gulfport Arts & Heritage Click here to see upcoming events.
Pinellas County Hurricane Home Repair Program
Up to $30,000 grant for repairs not covered by insurance or FEMA
Application are now open.
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City of Gulfport Flood Zone Permitting Packet and Appeal Process
PDF Document Gulfport City Council Mayor
Sam Henderson
826-7208
Ward 1
April Thanos
826-7138
Ward 2
Christine Brown
826-7311
Ward 3
Paul
Ray
262-2479
Ward 4 Michael Fridovich
826-7355
City Manager’s Gulfport Community Update Gulfport Community Update: December 15 – 21, 2024 Gulfport City Hall and facilities will be closed on Tuesday & Wednesday, December 24 & 25 in observance of Christmas, and Wednesday, January 1 in observance of the New Year. Tuesday’s Sanitation schedule will not be affected, and there will be no weekly yard waste pickup.
Rebuilding After Storm Damage is a guide for Gulfport property owners in flood zones. Learn how the FEMA 50% Rule impacts your property repair plans in designated flood zones, and what steps to take to comply with regulations. Visit https://mygulfport.us/
fema for information. City of Gulfport residents are limited to once a week lawn watering through December 31. Visit https://www.swfwmd.
state.fl.us/business/ epermitting/district-water- restrictionsf/ for information. Read more Upcoming Official Meetings 
City of Gulfport: Meetings Calendar December 2024
- December 3, 2024 – Council Meeting – 6:00 pm (AGENDA)
- December 4, 2024 – Planning & Zoning Meeting – No Meeting
- December 10, 2024 – Senior Citizens Advisory Committee – 8:00 am -Senior Center – 5501 27th Ave S.
- December 11, 2024 – Board of Adjustment Meeting – 6:00pm (AGENDA)
- December 17, 2024 – Council Meeting – 6:00 pm (AGENDA)
- December 19, 2024 – Special Magistrate (If Necessary) – 9:30 am – City Hall, Council Chambers – 2401 53rd Street south, Gulfport, Florida 33707
- December 24-25, 2024 -City Hall Closed – Christmas Day Holiday
All meetings are open to the public and are held in the City Hall, City Council Chambers, 2401 53rd Street South, In Person, unless otherwise noted. Meetings may occasionally be added, cancelled or rescheduled after this list is published. Please check the city’s website https://mygulfport.us for updated information.
This Weeks Events & Meetings 
More Info For questions, contact Amy Oatley mpscfoundation@tampabay.rr.com
727-893-1244
Holiday Gift Wrapping Service Monday, December 23rd | 12:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Gulfport Senior Center, 5501 27th Ave S
Let us take the stress out of your holiday season! The Gulfport Senior Center Foundation is here to spread some holiday cheer. Friendly “elves” will wrap your holiday gifts for donations (Suggested Donation: $1–$5 per package). All proceeds go toward supporting programs and activities at the Senior Center.
Come hang out, enjoy some festive fun, and let us handle the wrapping while you relax. Your donations make a difference and help support the vibrant community programs that make the Senior Center a special place.
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Warm Holiday Wishes from Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages! Key Largo, FL
Dear Guests and Team, As the holiday season wraps us in its warmth, we at Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to each of you. To our wonderful guests, thank you for choosing us to be part of your cherished memories this year. To our incredible staff, your dedication and passion are the heart of what makes our little paradise so special. Together, you’ve made 2024 an unforgettable year.
This winter, the Florida Keys are as warm and welcoming as ever, with sunshine-filled days and gentle breezes perfect for sailing and relaxation. Whether you’re reminiscing about your time here or dreaming of your next getaway, we wish you and your loved ones the happiest of holidays and a bright, joyful new year.
Warm wishes,
The Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages Team
Cast Your Vote for Your Favorite Photos Today!
The voting period for our Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages Photo Contest is still ongoing, and we invite you to participate! Our guests have captured incredible moments during their stays, and now it’s your turn to help choose the winner. Visit our Facebook page to view all the qualified entries and vote for your favorites by clicking the “Like” button.
You can “Like” as many photos as you want and even encourage your friends to join in the fun. The photo with the most Facebook “Likes” by January 1, 2024, at 12:00 am EST will win, and the owner of the winning photo will receive a FREE 3-night stay at Key Lime Sailing Club. Winners of both the Photo Contest and Video Contest will be announced on January 2, 2024, through Facebook and our email newsletter.
Thank you to all our amazing guests who have shared their beautiful photos and videos with us! We’re thrilled to be part of your cherished memories in Key Largo. Good luck to all participants, and let the voting continue!
Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages | 305-451-3438 | 99306 Overseas Highway, Key Largo Florida | www.keylimesailingclub.com
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The Old Supports the New – Janice Annne Wheeler
SPARRING WITH MOTHER NATURE ~~ latest addition. I’m very honored that you’re following along. Thank you from the bottom of my writer’s heart.
Ah, the life of a liveaboard Sailor…on a Classic Wooden Sailing Yacht… as of August 2024 we are undergoing extensive repair and refit for the next several months(!). In boating terms we are hauled out “on the hard” in Cambridge, Maryland.
I plan to mix Sailing Stories with the challenges and intricacies of restoring a 90-year-old boat. I’m always open to suggestions as to content….please feel free to weigh in as we manage and learn from this unexpected joust. Thank you! ~J
A Wooden Boat is a strong, intricate entity constructed of Mother Nature’s finest materials.Share SPARRING WITH MOTHER NATURE
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