things to do

Grand Prix, Pink Flamingo Home Tour, and Music in the Park

Thursday, March 2

Car Party in the Park Join the season opener for the Firestone Grand Prix downtown St. Pete. The second annual INDYCAR party features special guest drivers in the NTT INDYCAR series. Bring your friends and family to check out the cars, live music, giveaways, food, and drinks. North Straub Park, 400 Bayshore Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. 5:30 p.m. gpstpete.com

Florida History Speaker Series

Travel back in time to hear about Florida’s most-visited region. Learn about the human and environmental history of the Florida Keys. Each month Boyd Hill holds a Floridian history lesson for anyone interested. Hammock Hall, 3010 31st St. S., St. Petersburg. 7 p.m. 727-893-7326

Friday, March 3Sunday, March 5

Grand Prix Weekend Get ready to rev your engines! It’s time for the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg this weekend. Over three days, watch practices and races of some of the best drivers as they take on the city’s streets. Stay each day to check out the autograph sessions outside of the Mahaffey Theater. Tickets available online. North Straub Park, 400 Bayshore Dr. NE, St. Petersburg. Fri., 7:50 a.m.-6:35 p.m.; Sat., 7:55 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Sun., 7:55 a.m.-5:30 p.m. $25$150. gpstpete.com

Friday, March 3

Gulfport Rocks! Check out this afternoon Rock Party every first Friday. It’s your time to get creative with rock painting. Choose your rocks and get right to painting. You can keep your creations or give to your friends and family, or even hide some around the city. Don’t forget to call ahead to register. Gulfport Se- nior Center, 5501 27th Ave. S., Gulfport. 1:30 p.m. 727-893-5657.

Rev your engines! It’s time for St. Pete’s Grand Prix from March 3-5.

Saturday, March 4

Men’s Ministry Beach Pancakes Enjoy a great morning full of pancakes by the beach. Join the men’s ministry of the Pass-a-Grille Community Church as they host a pancake breakfast for everyone. The men’s ministry invites all police, fire, and active duty military to eat for free. Pass-A-Grille Beach Community Church, 107 16th Ave., St Pete Beach. 8-11 a.m. $7. 727360-5508, pagchurch.org

Pass-a-Grille’s Annual Island Festival Spend your Saturday afternoon at Pass-a-Grille’s Island Festival. This festival includes live music, a car show, food, drinks, vendors, and a historical walking tour. Each year the Island festival runs to raise money for the Gulf Beaches Historical Museum. Help the Gulf Beaches community by checking out this afternoon of fun. Gulf Beaches Historical Museum, 115 10th Ave., St. Pete Beach. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 727-552-1610, stpetebeach.org

Pink Flamingo Home Tour Take a trip to Gulfport’s Garden District on the 2023 Pink Flamingo Home Tour. This tour gives you a glimpse into Gulfport living and the lovely gardens. Check out the beautiful bungalows, mid-century Florida ranch-style homes, and other architectural styles in Gulfport. Chat with homeowners and learn about their homes. Checkin begins at 10 a.m. Buy tickets at the Gulfport Beach Bazaar and online. Trolley Market Square, 4900 Tangerine Ave. S., Gulfport. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $25-$30. 727-344-3711, visitgulfportflorida.com

Spring Has Sprung Check out SunFlower School’s first annual Spring Fest. This family friendly event has small business vendors and kid booths, local food trucks, music from DJ Daisy Chain, a fundraising silent auction featuring kids art and other handmade items. Sunflower Private School, 5313 27th Ave. S., Gulfport. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 727-321-7657.

Fish Broil Fundraiser Help raise money for the Gulf Beaches Elementary Magnet School at its annual fish broil and festival fundraiser. Order fish, chicken, and hot dog dinners for pick up or to eat on site. This mini festival includes bounce houses, games, vendors, music, sweet treats, and so much more fun for students and families to enjoy. Gulf Beaches Elementary Magnet School, 8600 Boca Ciega Dr., St. Petersburg. 3-6 p.m. $5$12. 727-893-2630, pcsb.org

Music in the Park Enjoy a night in the park full of music for Treasure Island’s Spring It On event. Hear music from the Black Honkeys Band and their opening guests the St. Pete Sons. Bring friends and family and enjoy some food, alcohol, and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase. Treasure Island Community Center Park, 154 106th Ave., Treasure Island. 6-10 p.m. 727-547-4575, mytreasureisland.org

Sunday, March 5

Sunday Morning Market Indie Flea is back for the first Sunday of March. This community event showcases Tampa Bay businesses monthly where you find handmade and vintage goods. Many vendors sell items such as art, plants, jewelry, collectors items, handmade gifts, and more. This family-friendly market includes various food trucks, drinks, and music from DJs. Indie Flea, 14 18th St. S., St. Petersburg. 12-4 p.m. theindieflea.com

Monday, March 6Sunday, March 12

Calling Artists and Volunteers! The City of South Pasadena is looking for artists to exhibit their work and volunteers to help with this year’s Artspring Exhibition. Artists can display these mediums of work: clay, fiber, glass, metals, photography, paper, paint, or metals. Sculptures may be submitted in clay, wood, metals, or glass. There is no entry fee. Reach out to City Hall to volunteer and register. South Pasadena City Hall, 7047 Sunset Dr. S., South Pasadena. 727-347-4171, mysouthpasadena. com

Wednesday, March 8

Monthly Gabber Book Club Join The Gabber Book Club to focus on Florida authors and books set in Florida. This month’s book is Tessa Fontaine’s The Electric Woman: A Memoir in Death-Defying Acts. This memoir explores a mother-daugh- ter love and the author’s journey of overcoming fears while embracing change. Copies are available at Tombolo Books. Join the club at 6:30 p.m. to order food and drinks; discussion begins at 7 p.m. Habana Café, 5402 Gulfport Blvd. S., Gulfport. 7 p.m. 727-321-6965, thegabber.com

Thursday, March 9

Charcuterie Board Class Learn how to make a charcuterie board of cheese and meat serving around 4-5 people with Barbara’s Kitchen and The Dreaded Fisherman. They teach the basics in cheese selection and cutting techniques, and how to lay out the board with salami roses and fruit carvings. You get to bring home the board and a jar of Barbara’s Kitchen jam. Email dawesdistributionllc@gmail.com to save your seat. Coastal Market 607, 607 Clearwater Largo Road, Largo. 6-8 p.m. $120-$170. barbaraskitchenjams.com

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worship

Friday 7PM

Beth-El Shalom

Messianic Congregation

ShalomAdventure.com

Good Shepherd Old

Unitarian Universalist United Fellowship

During the pandemic join us Sundays on Zoom.

Discussion -10:30 Program - 11:00

For Zoom directions email us at uuunited@earthlink.net

“You need not think alike to love alike.” - Francis David, 1534 uuunited.org

ADVERTISING DEADLINE FOR NEXT THURSDAY’S ISSUE IS FRIDAY BY 5 p.m.

Serving the greater St. Petersburg area. Family owned and local business. Providing in-home personal aid companion care, after surgery care, 24-hour care, dementia care, postpartum support, childcare, to name a few. 727-914-7472. hwcg.com/ St-Pete-Beach AHCA #299995153

727-343-2838

In-Home services: Internet security, training, virus & spyware removal, maintenance and repair, data recovery. (PC & Mac)

If you have questions about advertising, please email us at advertising@thegabber.com or call 727-321-6965! Deadline: Friday 3 p.m.

JS COMPUTER REPAIR Mobile computer repair – $40 per visit/hour – 727-643-0697; jscomputerrepair.com

Professional Local Handyman

Bathrooms, kitchens. drywall, painting, custom high-end finishing. Any job undertaken, honest pricing. Insured, reliable. 347-973-0814.

CLEAN UP CLEAN UP CLEAN UP Handy helpers. Skilled labor, anything around the house from A-Z. Weeding, rock gardens cleaned, mulch, sod, and plants installed. Small trees planted and removed. Pressure washing. Free estimates. 30 years experience. Locally St. Pete /Gulfport: 407-2446045. James: 407-244-6045.

HANDYMAN SEMI-RETIRED All types of repairs. Small jobs welcome. Quality work at reasonable prices. Honest. Reliable. Free estimates. John: 727-410-2201.

AFFORDABLE CONCRETE PATIOS, WALKWAYS, DRIVEWAY EXTENSIONS, & REPAIRS

Custom concrete patios, driveway extensions, custom steps, & all types of concrete repairs. Storage Building slabs. Over 35 years experience. Call Mark for a free estimate: 813-859-2023.

American Builders Group Llc

Residential/Commercial. All phases of remodeling or renovations. Roofs, kitchens, baths, room additions, new construction, doors, windows, stone or concrete work, flooring, and much, much more. Free estimates. CCC 1333727 CGC 059964. 727-410-7323.

Darcy Roofing Llc

Residential/Commercial. All roofing typesT.P.O., tapered systems, shingle, metal, tile, & flat roofs. Great prices, best warranties. Our general contracting division also does kitchens, baths, additions, new construction, and much, much more. Free estimates. CCC 1333727 CGC 059964. 727-410-7323.

The Trash Queen

Overwhelmed with the mess? Clean up/ clean out, inside and out. Recycling, organizing, and yard work. Free estimate from Kathy, Trashologist, licensed/insured, with truck/trailer. Call/text 845866-3867. Responsible, reasonable, and ready!

James Fox Tree Service

Owner/Operator

“We

Limb Removal Storm and Roof Protection • Insured 727-322-1849 or 727-215-8601

LIC#0700008985

Lee Claxton, I.S.A. Certified Arborist

Lawn care and service.

Servicing Gulfport, Pasadena and St Petersburg Areas. Contact junglegirlslandscaping@gmail.com Ph. 727-947-2423 www.junglegirlslandscaping.com

727-220-0226

AnAffordableArborist@gmail.com

Irrigation Stain Removal

Remove ugly rust-colored irrigation stains from vinyl fencing and most surfaces around your house or business, including signage. Free estimate and demonstration. Call/text 727-360-7070. ruststainremoval@icloud.com

Tree Service By Payless

Tree removal, trimming, stump grinding. Also do yard work, mulching, weeding, and yard clean up. Call for estimate: 727-641-9033.

NOTARY SERVICES - $10

The Gabber now provides Notary Services (in office only) at 2908-B Beach Blvd S., Gulfport. Our Notary Public is not an attorney licensed to practice law in the State of Florida, and may not give legal advice or accept fees for legal advice.

Depression Support Group Meets Thursdays

Pasadena Community Church / Life Enrichment Building / Classroom 3c, 227 70th St. S., St. Petersburg, Fl 33707. Free, no registration, 7 p.m. Call 727-410-1569 for more information. Website: https:// dbsatampabay.org

Moving / Hauling

HB HAULING SERVICES Hauling services available. We do everything from junk removal, demo, debris removal, estate clean out, and so much more. 12 . dump trailer. Mention The Gabber and get a discount. Call or text Kenny Baschuk at 727-793-5816 for free estimates.

Painting

ARNEY’S PAINTING INC.

30 years experience. Painting expert plus wallpaper hanging and removing. Lic. #C9579. Call Arney: 727-900-3459.

SEASONS BEST PAINTING & CONTRACTING, LLC Interior/exterior painting and power washing services. Over 25 years of experience. 727-506-3677. Licensed/insured. Lic. #C-11623

BYRON JOHNSON PAINTING PLUS, INC.

Time to refresh the interior/exterior of your house or business? High quality, professional painting. Free estimates. Lic.#9894. Insured. 727-365-1088.

PINNIX PAINTING, INC. In business locally since 1980. Interior, exterior, commercial, residential. Free Estimates. Lic. #C4334. Call 727-504-1508.

Proflo

727-902-7077

#CFC1430429 State-certified, residential/ commercial service. Senior and military discount. $25 o service with ad. Locally owned and operated.

RECREATION LEADER - CITY OF GULFPORT Summer seasonal full-time positions available from May 30 thru August 4. Education/experience preferred in education, physical education or child care. Knowledge of recreational activities including games, arts & cra s, and sports. Minimum qualifications include high school diploma or equivalency. Entry $14.54/hr. Level II Background check, drug screening and physical will be conducted. Applications accepted from 3/1/23 thru 3/17/23 at Gulfport Recreation Center, 5730 Shore Blvd. S. or City Hall, 2401 53rd St. S. E.O.E.

JUNIOR COUNSELOR - CITY OF GULFPORT

Summer seasonal part-time positions available for Gulfport resident’s ages 15-17 years old from May 30 thru August 4. Experience working with children preferred. Entry $11.00/hr. Level II Background check, physical and drug screening will be conducted. Applications are being accepted from 3/1/23 thru 3/17/23 at Gulfport Recreation Center, 5730 Shore Blvd. S. or City Hall, 2401 53rd St. S. E.O.E.

PART TIME SALES ASSOCIATE 10-20 HRS/WK

Retired and looking for something to do, extra income, or just need a PT job? We are an upscale boutique in John’s Pass for 40 yrs. Sales/Customer service experience required. $13hr + incentive plan. Call 727709-1970 & leave message. Email resume: mailboat@wildtimecaribbean.com

PT FEMALE CAREGIVER SOUGHT, WEEKENDS

Seeking 1 or 2 female caregiver(s). Saturday and Sunday 3-5 p.m. and 8:30-9:30 p.m., personal care. Experience preferred. Non-smoker strongly preferred. Call (404) 822-4327.

Card of Thanks

POWERFUL PRAYER TO THE HOLY SPIRIT Holy Spirit, you who solves all problems, who lights all roads so that I can attain my goal, you who give me the divine gifts to forgive and forget all evil against me and that in all instances of my life you are with me, I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things and confirm once again that I never want to be separated from you, even in spite of all material illusions. I wish to be with you, in eternal glory. Thank you for your mercy toward me and mine. The person must say this prayer for 3 consecutive days. After 3 days the favor requested will be granted, even if it may appear difficult. This prayer must be published immediately after the favor is granted, without mentioning the favor, only your initials should appear at the bottom. 4AD

Cycles / Scooters

GIANT BIKE CYPRESS MAN’S

XL frame, good condition, $350.00. Call 727-773-5519.

For Sale

Vintage Art Sale March 11

During the Gulfport Garage sale on March 11, stop by 2707 56th St. S. for vintage art & other vintage items!

ITEMS FOR SALE Lechuza-Pon Plant Substrate, 18L - $100. Hammond Multiplex vintage typewriter with case - $75. 4Ocean lay flat beach chairs - $25ea.Beach umbrellas - $15ea. Zuru water self sealing Bunch O Balloons, 80 bags - $75. Text 727-667-3271.

General

GULFPORT LIONS CLUB Available for parties, weddings, meetings. Great waterfront location with full facilities. Call Jean for info and dates. 727-366-6341.

MEMORIAL GARDENS FAMILY CREMATION

PLOT Tree lined, beautiful quiet spot at Memorial Gardens, 54 Ave./49 St. N. Can add bench(es) and/or cremation tower for many people. $12,000. Please call 727-381-5363.

FREE NURSE ASSESSMENT FOR HOME

HEALTH CARE Private Care Home Health provides quality home care services. Nurse available evenings and weekends. License #299995707. Call 727-803-6016 or 813-5414200. www.privatecarehomehealth.com

Legal Notices

LEGAL NOTICE FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that Demi Art Studios, Inc. engage in business under the fictitious name “Sky Comforts”, located in Pinellas County, Florida, intends to register said name with the Florida Department of State.

MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE

Saturday, March 4 , 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.; Causeway Village, 1375 Pasadena Ave. S., across from Ted Peters. Misc housewares, small appliances, and more. Visit lot 128 for great deals and more.

GARAGE SALE, SAT., 3/4, 9 A.M. - 1 P.M. 2501 49th St. S. Lots of household misc., pots, pans, tools, toys, patio furniture, lawnmower, other assorted items.

Pass-a-Grille Beach Community Church

Thrift Shop

17th Ave & Pass-a-Grille Way Regular Hours: Tues., Thurs., Sat. 9 a.m. - 12 Donations Welcome

September thru May 15, 2023

Condo Contents Estate Sale

Saturday, March 4 & Sunday, March 5, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Everything (almost) must go. Windsor building in Town Shores, 6020 Shore Boulevard S., Unit #1011. Dining room sets, two bedroom sets, furniture, household items, collectibles, & much more!

Accommodations Wanted

LOOKING

To Rent In Town Shores

Looking to rent four or six months starting in Nov. or Dec. 2023. Looking for a 1 or 2 bedroom, non smoking, no pets. Call 203-887-3902 or email scousinsartist@ yahoo.com.

Real Estate For Rent

ST PETE S. APARTMENT RENTALS

Our units are in great condition. Freshly renovated with new appliances. We have studios, 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom, 3 bedroom, and single family home! Text or Call our main office at 205-537-0207. You can reach our leasing agent at 727-254-9258.

New York Summer Lake Cottage For Rent

Gulfport couple renting their lovely, vintage house in the mountains of Babcock Lake community on the NY & MA border. Family friendly beach and boating, Spectrum internet TV, everything you need. Sleeps 4 -6. For more information, call Lynda: 518461-7113. HUZZAH!

GULFPORT CONDO FOR RENT TOWN SHORES, WATERFRONT

May 1-November 1, 2023, 6 months. Fully furnished 1 bedroom, 1 bath deluxe. Million dollar view, 4th Floor Nottingham. Fully furnished, age 55+. Beautiful grounds, four pools, exercise room, tennis, bocci, arts, crafts. Walk to beach, restaurants. Call 519-270-2772 or email payntersbay@hotmail.com.

Real Estate For Sale

Waterfront Condo Town Shores

Wide open waterfront view, 1 bd/1 ½ bath, 10th Floor Diplomat building. $275,000. Call 727-204-5641.

OPEN HOUSE SAT, MAR 4 FROM 1PM TO 4PM

5831 24 th Ave. S. – Stunning 3/2, 1183 SF home w/ separate guest cottage NOT IN A FLOOD ZONE. Enjoy a peaceful and private backyard retreat and an amazing outdoor entertaining space complete with an oversized hot tub. This home was showcased on the Gulfport Flamingo Tour of Homes and will make you feel like you are on vacation every single day! $579,000. Call/text Sharon Lardieri, Century 21 Integra at 727-455-3556.

Real Estate Sales

For the week of Feb. 18-23, Gulfport real estate sales saw some high numbers on the north side of the city. Take a look at what sold – and for how much – this past week in Gulfport and along the beaches.

This 1953 triplex has a total of six bedrooms and four baths, spread over 2,870 square feet. It listed at $675,000 but sold for $802,500.

Gulfport

5526 14th Ave. S. (Tangerine)

This newer home (2016) has three bedrooms, three baths, and 2,228 square feet. It listed for $785,000 and sold for $750,000.

6319 Vista Verde Dr. E. (Stetson)

This three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath townhome, built in 2003, has 2,332 square feet. It listed for $750,000 and sold for $700,000.

2421 49th St. S. (Waterfront District)

Built in 1923, this home has two separate units, with a total of four bedrooms, three baths, and 1,199 square feet. It listed for $539,900 and sold for $510,000.

5409 18th Ave. S. (Tangerine)

After four days on the market, this three-bedroom, twobath home, listed at $509,900, sold for $504,000. The 1957 home has 1,245 square feet.

Madeira Beach

737 Pruitt Dr. (Bay Point Estates)

Built in 1955, this three-bedroom, two-bath home has 1,315 square feet. It listed for $675,000 and sold for $655,000.

13650 Gulf Blvd., #603 (Madeira Sands)

This 1980 condo has three bedrooms, two baths, and 1,455 square feet. It listed for $1,150,000 and sold for $1,100,000.

229 Medallion Blvd., #C (Madeira Beach Yacht Club)

This two-bedroom, one-bath condo, built in 1973, has 915 square feet. It listed for $475,000 and sold for $445,000.

Treasure Island

145 85th Ave. (Sunset Beach)

This two-bedroom, two-bath home, built in 1940, has 848 square feet. It listed for $700,000 and sold for $725,000.

9980 Gulf Blvd., #212 (Island Inn)

This 1976 waterfront condo-hotel room has 365 square feet. It listed for $444,900 and sold for $465,000.

12405 3rd St. E., #105 (Caravel)

This 1971 condo has two bedrooms, two baths, and 1,045 square feet. It listed for $449,916 and sold for $440,000.

12223 Sun Vista Ct. E., #101 (Isle of Capri)

This 1989 condo has three bedrooms and two baths in 990 square feet. It listed for $450,000 and sold for $435,000.