Announcements

Ready for a Fitness Party?

Zumba with Magda blends upbeat Latin rhythms with easy-to-follow choreography for a total body workout. All levels welcome. Wear comfortable clothes and bring water. Classes are Thursdays from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Gulfport Recreation Center, 5730 Shore Blvd. S., starting October 1. Contact Magda at 727- 214-7868 for more.

Have a Blast at Gulfport’s Teen Night

monthly field trips, cooking projects, service projects and overnight lockins. The teens get to use the Gulfport Recreation Center’s gymnasium, gameroom and outdoor area. Hours are Monday, Wednesday and Friday evenings from 6 to 9 p.m. Annual registration fee is $3 for residents/$25 non-residents. For more, call John at 727-893-1079.

Pancake Breakfasts Are Back

Have you missed the famous Gulfport Lions Pancake Breakfasts? Well, good news! On Saturday, October 3, 8 to 11 a.m., the Lions Club of Gulfport, 4630 Tifton Dr. S. (behind the Gulfport Marina) will serve up their first pancake breakfast since the pandemic began. Following all CDC guidelines, Lions’ members and volunteers will serve all-you-can-eat pancakes, scrambled eggs, link sausage, coffee, tea and orange juice for $8. Kids under 12 eat for half price. The Lions will limit seating to 50% capacity, and will also have outdoor seating and to-go meals. Lions Club of Gulfport, Florida Foundation Inc. is a non-profit, charitable organization meeting the needs of those less fortunate in the Gulfport and surrounding areas. Find the Gulfport Lions Club on Facebook or call 727-366-6341.

Madeira Beach Honors 9/11 Heroes

The Madeira Beach City Commission and Fire Department are planning a ceremony to honor the victims and heroes of 9/11, in-person and virtually. Officials will gather at 8:45 a.m. on Friday, September 11 in Causeway Park, 424 150th Ave., Madeira Beach. For safety reasons, the city encourages people to watch virtually on the Madeira Beach Fire Department Facebook page. The video will remain there for future viewing. The ceremony will feature the Honor Guard of American Legion Post #273, an opening prayer by Dr. Jeff Iskra of the Church by the Sea, and a wreath-laying ceremony. Contact Curt Preisser, City of Madeira Beach Public

Information Officer, at 727-391-9951 x299 or cpreisser@madeirabeachfl. gov for more.

St. Pete Beach Public Library

The Little Free Pantry located just outside the St. Pete Beach Library, 7470 Gulf Blvd., has been more popular than anticipated and they would appreciate any donations. Also for the kids: Try their new Take & Make Kits on the themes of art, engineering, coding or upcycling. Activities are geared toward grades 3 to 5 and offer a fun, hands-on way to learn at home. Visit spblibrary.com for more, or to browse the catalog.

Gulfport Utility Customer Service Open

Gulfport City Hall is now open for utility customers for walk-up in-person services. Folks will have to wear masks, use sanitizer and stay physically distant. Customers can make credit card payments online at municipalonlinepayments.com/ gulfportfl. For billing questions, call 727-893-1016 or email utilitiesinfo@ mygulfport.us. If you have a water emergency after hours, call the nonemergency police number at 727- 582-6177.

Get Your Groove on at Gulfport Rec

Ballet and Tap Dance classes are back at the Gulfport Recreation Center, 5730 Shore Blvd. S. Classes are Wednesday evenings: ages 3 to 6 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.; ages 9 to 16 from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Hip Hop Dance classes are on Friday evenings from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. for ages 6 to 8; 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. for ages 9 to 16 . All classes are limited to 10 students and require masks. All instructors are Level 2 background screened. Contact Lisa Walker at 727- 742-2594 for more.

Check Out Gulfport’s Child Care

Kids in kindergarten through age 14 can now register for the 2020-2021 School Year Child Care Program at Gulfport Recreation Center, 5730 Shore Blvd. S. The program provides bus transportation from Pasadena Fundamental, Bear Creek, Gulfport Elementary and Douglas Jamerson Elementary. Hours are until 5:30 p.m. with extended hours available until 6 p.m. for an extra charge. The Recreation Center participates in the “Afterschool Nutrition Program,” a subcomponent of the Child Care Food Program, to provide nutritious snacks to children in afterschool programs at no extra charge. Hours of registration are Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 893- 1068 for fees and registration.

Tot-Time and VPK is Ready for Kids

Registration continues for the 2020- 2021 Tot Time and VPK Programs in Gulfport. The Tot Time Program is a pre-school, hands-on program for kids ages 3 to 5 with multi-day options. Program hours are from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Both programs aim to make learning fun for children and help prepare them for kindergarten. Limited spots available. Register from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Call 727-893-1068 for more.

Corey Avenue Business District Appreciates Locals

The Corey Avenue Business District announced a September event that promises locals in-store specials. Businesses are inviting folks, in keeping with CDC guidelines, to enjoy beach shopping and dining with activities designed to thank locals for their support and remind them to shop local. Themed weeks begin Thursdays and end the following Wednesday. Member businesses will create their own contests, discounts, events and entertainment to celebrate and thank local customers. Visit the Corey Avenue Business District Facebook page for more or call 727-324-7461.

Creative Clay Celebrates 25 years

On September 25 at 7 p.m., Creative Clay is taking to Facebook and YouTube to celebrate a quarter century of serving adults with neuro-diff erences, creating access, dispelling stereotypes and inspiring creativity. Creative Clay invites the community to don their favorite party attire and celebrate from the comfort of their homes. Get your favorite beverage in hand and dress in a cocktail attire, tuxedo, suit or even a cool art t-shirt for the party. Enjoy popular musical acts that have performed at Creative Clay Fest and monthly ArtWalk events: Rebekah Pulley, Dean Johanesen, The Urban Gypsies, His Hem, Emily Turnage, Chant the Trees and more. Guests will also hear from Creative Clay member artists, staff , founders and former Creative Clay member artists. Check out the silent auction or make a donation. More at creativeclay.org or contact shane@ creativeclay.org.

Essential Oil Classes with Jennifer Returns

Essential oil classes are back at the Gulfport Recreation Center, 5730 Shore Blvd. S., once per month from local Master Herbalist & Certified Aromatherapist Jennifer Gilman. Learn about a specific topics and then make a DIY item using the essential oils to take home. Class start Thursday, September 17, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.;$10 per class. Registration and fee must be done in-person before class. Masks are required. Call Jennifer at 813-263-3919 or email Jennifer@TheHerbalCabinet. com.

Beta Sigma Phi Meets Again

Many of the Beta Sigma Phi chapters are beginning to meet in socially distant ways. Gamma Omega Master meet Wednesday, September 16 at 7 p.m. at the home of Mary Ann Smith to paint the annual Christmas Mouse ornament. Their first social will be held at Pom Pom’s on Central Avenue on Saturday, September 19 at noon. All members must wear masks. For more information contact First Vice President Joyce Powell at 727-641-1245.