Things to Do

By Abby Baker

Find links for these events — and many other things to do — online at thegabber.com/events.

Friday, March 12 French Fry Fest Returns, Extra Crispy Twenty food trucks, with French fry options galore, will rumble into Albert Whitted Park for a crunchy French fry “eleganza.” There’s a craft wine and beer booth, churros and in typical St. Petersburg fashion, furry friends are welcome. Wear a mask, and don’t bring your own ketchup. Albert Whitted Park, 480 Bayshore Dr. NE, 5 -11 p.m.

Saturday, March 13 New Digs at the Citywide Gulfport Yard Sale Get off my lawn, but not today. Thrift through Gulfport resident’s vintage offerings from dawn to dusk at the City of Gulfport Citywide Yard Sale. Have stuff to sell? You don’t need a permit, but you do need to register through this link. mygulfport.us/gulfport-city-wideyard-sale. From dawn till dusk.

Ahoy Matey, Boat Sale Nautical Market Fishermen, sailors and cruisers! The Gulfport Marina will be sparkling with boating equipment and coastal gear for a Nautical Flea Market. It’s $10 to anchor down and sell, and free to shop. Gulfport Marina, 4630 29th Ave. S., 7 a.m.-2 p.m.

Guided Mediation and Drum Journey How do you know if your chakras are out of balance? Are you creating inner peace? Has the pandemic affected your life path? Enjoy fresh air in the Gulfport Brewery + Eatery garden and discuss spirituality and life management. A drum journey and guided, deep breathing meditation will close the event. Gulfport Brewery + Eatery, 3007 Beach Blvd. S. 10-11:30 a.m. $30

Sunday, March 14 Woodson Warrior Scholarship Art Auction Support African American St. Petersburg students and local artists in one spot, the Woodson Warriors Scholarships Auction. Creatives such as artist Brenda McMahon, glass artist Duncan McClellan, and many more area favorites will auction off their prized pieces. There will be virtual live music from The Urban Gypsies and Alex Harris. The event is completely online, and all proceeds will support the current and upcoming scholars. Register for free. qtego.net/qlink/woodsonwarriors 5 p.m.

Tuesday, March 16 Stand Pup Comedy Dogs, cats and comedy lovers, get ready for some online hoopla. Performers and comedians from America’s Got Talent, Comedy Central, Conan and more will team up with their animal counterparts for a stand-up comedy

event from behind the screen. Use the link below to ensure that 50 percent of your purchase will be donated to Friends of Strays. comiccure. com 8-9:30 p.m. $20

Ask a Gulfport Councilmember The Tuesday Fresh Market just got a little more interesting. This is Gulfport’s chance to get to know councilmembers, one by one. Ask questions and make comments, respectfully, every third Tuesday of the month. First up is Ward I Councilmember April Thanos. Gulfport Area Chamber of Commerce Center, 3101 Beach Blvd S. 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Wednesday, March 17 Cheers to St. Paddy’s Day! O’Maddy’s Bar & Grille in Gulfport hosts an all-day waterfront street party to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day 2021 with live music and traditional St. Paddy’s Day food and drink. All proceeds will go to the MY Foundation and Gulfport Little League. 5405 Shore Blvd. S. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. fb.com/omaddys

Luck of the Paw: St. Paw-Tricks Day This St. Patrick’s Day, pet adopters will pick from a lucky pot of gold and get anything from half off an adoption fee, to a free tote bag. Do it for the unconditional love and the tote bag. Friends of Strays Animal Shelter, 2911 47th Ave., N. 1-7 p.m.

In the Know: Gulfport Council Meeting

Gulfportians stay informed, in person or online. Join The City of Gulfport and fellow residents either in person or online. This is the best way to stay up-to-date on political decisions in your town. Catherine Hickman Theater, 5501 27th Ave. S., 6 p.m. mygulfport.us/councilmeetings