Gulfport on the Go

Multipurpose Senior Center 5501 27th Ave. S. • 727-893-5657 • /gulfportseniorcenter

Annual registration required. Free, residents; $50, non-residents. All programs subject to change without notice. Mon.-Thurs., 8 a.m.-7 p.m. and Fri, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Stop by, join our weekly newsletter, or like us on Facebook for a full calendar of events.

Fitness Center now open! To provide physical distancing, we’ve limited capacity, so call to register for a spot.

Supplemental food assistance for qualifying Gulfport Seniors in need is available at the Senior Center. Pantry is open on Mondays and Thursdays from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Proper verification required prior to use of the pantry.

GEMS (Gulfport Extended MobilityService) provides affordable Door-to-Door transportation service, rides to medical appointments, shopping, and much more for Gulfport residents, 55 years of age or older or disabled. 727-893-2242.

Medical Equipment Lending Program provides gently used wheelchairs, walkers, canes, crutches and other medical equipment to seniors who need it. Supplies limited.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Movie Matinee Bring a friend and enjoy a movie on the big screen. Call for movie title. Sponsored by Freedom Square of Seminole. Sept. 24, 1 p.m.

Denying Gravity This award-winning play provides an inspiring theater experience with twists and turns between comedy and drama. A minor misstep interrupts the good life Claire has enjoyed, and she is annoyed, yet amused, to find herself challenged – until she realizes she’s fallen down a rabbit hole into the realm of the unexpected. Sept. 25, 2 p.m.; Catherine Hickman Theater. 727-5367076; sagestheater.org.

Gulfcoast Legal Assistance Get legal help with lifetime planning docs; Medicaid/ Medicare, social security, food stamp, family law, consumer/debt collection, or housing/ contract issues. Sept. 28; appointment required.

Gulfport ROCKS! Come to a rock party. Supplies provided. Sponsored by Moore Medicare Options. Must call (727) 893-5657 to pre-register. Oct. 1, 12 p.m.

ACTIVE AGING WEEK

The Gulfport Senior Center is proud to host Active Aging Week 2021. Active Aging Week, presented by Humana and organized by International Council On Aging, promotes the vision of all individuals fully engaging in life within the seven dimensions of wellness: physical, social, environmental, emotional, financial, spiritual, and cognitive. Join us at any or all of these events. Get a raffle ticket for each event you attend. Winning tickets drawn at Friday’s Scam Jam. (Must be present to win)

Monday, October 4

Good Vibes concert Featuring. music from the Gulfport Senior Citizen’s Harmonica Club. 2 p.m. Catherine Hickman Theater

Foundations of Art: Sip, Chat, & Paint Get creative! Grab a friend and join us for an evening of fun while you create a work of art. 5 p.m. $30, includes food, drinks, art supplies and instruction. Gulfport Senior Center.

Tuesday, Oct. 5

Field Day Be part of this fun-filled day packed with outdoor games, food and fun! 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Chase Park.

Wednesday Oct. 6

Community Cleanup Connect with your community and help us keep the entrance to our beautiful city looking good. 8 a.m. Gulfport Neighborhood Center.

Thursday, Oct. 7

Mind, Body, Soul Learn how Gulfport Senior Center’s Eastern-inspired classes are different and which might fit your lifestyle and schedule. 3 p.m. Gulfport Senior Center

Friday, Oct. 8

Scam Jam A fun way to learn about the latest scams, how to avoid them and what to do if you become a victim. Live entertainment by Project Free’s Solar Flair. Presentations from top professionals, community resource information, food and fun. Must be present at this event to win a raffle prize. 1:30 p.m. Gulfport Senior Center.

MONDAYS

Stretch & Strength: 10:30 a.m., Casino

Mahjong: 12 p.m., Room 107

Dominos: 1 p.m., Theater lobby

Chair Yoga: 1 p.m., Scout Hall, 5315 28th Ave. S.

Strength Training & Aerobics: 1:30 p.m., Room 107

Chair Volleyball: 3 p.m., Room 107

TUESDAYS

Seated Tai Chi: 8:30 a.m., Theater lobby

Gulfport Senior Citizens Harmonica Club: 9 a.m., Room 107

Tai Chi / Qi Gong: 10 a.m., Casino

Line Dancing for Beginners: 10 a.m., Scout Hall

Continuing Level 1 Spanish: 10:30 a.m., Zoom

Texas Hold ‘Em: 11 a.m., Theater lobby

Contract Bridge: 1:30 p.m., Theater lobby

WEDNESDAYS

Gentle Mindful Yoga: 9:30 a.m., Scout Hall

Investment Discussion Group: 10 a.m., Room 107

Stretch & Strength: 10:30 a.m., Casino

Wellness Movement: 11:30 a.m., Scout Hall

Watercolor Painting: 1 p.m., Room 106

Bingo: 1:30 p.m., Dining Hall

Bunco: 6 p.m., Room 107

THURSDAYS

Seated Tai Chi/Qi Gong: 8:30 a.m., Theater lobby

Art Summer Open Workshop: 9:30 a.m., Room 106

Tai Chi/Qi Gong: 10 a.m., Casino

Sound Healing Meditation: 10 a.m., Scout Hall

Sound Meditation: 10 a.m., Scout Hall

Intermediate Spanish Study Group: 10:30 a.m., Room 107

Texas Hold ‘Em: 11 a.m., Theater lobby

Acrylic Painting: 1 p.m., Room 106

Strength Training & Aerobics: 1:30 p.m., Dining Hall

Contract Bridge: 1:30 p.m., Theater lobby

Italian Language Classes: 6 & 7 p.m., various rooms

FRIDAYS

Gulfport Writers’ Workshop: 9:30 a.m., Room 107

Restorative Yoga: 11 a.m.,

Casino Bridge Instruction: 12:30 p.m., Room 107

Chair Volleyball: 1:30 p.m., Dining Hall

Gulfport Casino Ballroom 727-893-1070 • 5500 Shore Blvd. S.

Ballroom Lessons: Tues., 12-3 p.m. $10

Argentine Tango: Tues., 6:30-11 p.m., $10

Swing: Weds., 6-11 p.m. $10

Latin Night: Thurs., 6:30-11 p.m. $10

Catherine Hickman Theater 727-893-1070 • 5501 27th Ave. S.

Denying Gravity Presented by SAGES Theater. Read the full description under the Gulfport Multipurpose Senior Center events, {above} Sept. 25, 2 p.m.

Opening reception: A Gulfport Sight and Sound Experience II Presented by the Gulfport Arts Center, featuring Larry Busby’s reimagined images of Gulfport, live music and small bites. Oct. 1, 6-8 p.m.; exhibit runs through Oct. 31.

Gulfport Public Library 5501 28th Ave. S. • 727-893-1074 • /gulfportlibraryfl

Mygulfport.us/gpl • Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. All programs free and subject to change.

Science in the Garden Meeting in the Reading Garden for our weekly Science Club for Grades K-5. Mondays, 4 p.m.

Storytime Join us for stories, rhymes and music. Social distancing in place, so each session allows 12 children and their caregivers. If the first session is full, stick around and we’ll invite you to the second. We hope to accommodate our littlest library patrons while maintaining safe practices; we appreciate your patience. Thursdays, 10:15 & 11 a.m.

Babytime Online Join us with your little ones under 2 years old. We’ll sing, read, enjoy lap bounce rhymes, and learn baby signs. Oct. 1, 10 a.m. via Facebook.

Bedtime Stories Wear your pajamas & bring your favorite stuffed animal to family friendly storytime. Sept. 24, 6 p.m.

“Reading Your Own Work” with Celia Lang: Saturday Special Edition! An interactive meeting/workshop that’s a “Readout 2021 Continues” event, courtesy of the LGBTQ Resource Center. Sept. 25, 1:45 p.m., via Zoom; more info & registration: readoutfestival. wixsite.com/home/workshops

DunnDee Farms Animal Show Have an up-close encounter with an array of animals and learn what makes these critters so unique! Sept. 25, 2 p.m.

Open Mic Bring your talents to share with a congenial group. FMI, ask Alex Hooks at the Reference Desk or call 727-893-1073. Sept. 27, 5 p.m.

Trivia Night Grab some friends, make a team and come to a competitive after-hours program! Light refreshments; prizes for the winning team. Oct. 5, 7 p.m.

Wednesday Workshop with Sonja Franeta & Winn Gilmore: A “Readout 2021 Continues” event. Oct. 13, 6:45 p.m. via Zoom; more info & register: readoutfestival. wixsite.com/home/workshops

SHINE Presentation: Medicare Advantage plans Specially trained volunteers provide unbiased information and counseling. Oct. 20, 1 p.m.

Wednesday Writing Workshop with RJSamuel A “Readout 2021 Continues” event presented by the LGBTQ Resource Center. Oct. 20, 6:45-8:15 p.m. via Zoom; more info & register: readoutfestival. wixsite.com/home/workshops

Coffee Talk Book Club We’ll discuss William Faulkner’s “The Sound and the Fury” Oct. 21, 2 p.m.

Recreation Center 5730 Shore Blvd S. • 727-893-1068 • mygulfport.us/recreation/rec

Annual registration: $3 res / $25 non-res

Basketball Adult: Wed., 9 a.m.-1 p.m. & Thurs. 6-8:30 p.m.

Pickleball All levels: Tues., 6-8:30 p.m. & Thurs., 9 a.m.1 p.m. Beginner: Tues., 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Intermediate & Advanced: Mon., 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Table Tennis Tues.. & Thurs., 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. Game Room Mon., Wed., & Fri., 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

PROGRAMS

After School Program Registrations Continue! Register now for 2021-22 school year child care program for kids entering kindergarten through age 14. Bus transportation available from Pasadena Fundamental, Bear Creek, Gulfport Montessori and Douglas Jamerson Elementary. Program runs until 5:30 p.m., with extended hours until 6 p.m. for an extra charge. Please contact the Recreation Center for more details.

Teen Night Registrations Continue! Available for middle and high school students 17 and younger. Recreation, social activities, field trips, cooking projects, guest speakers and service projects. Teens can use the gymnasium, game room and outdoor area. Mon., Wed., & Fri.: 6-9 p.m. Rec Center membership required: $3, residents; $25, nonresidents.

Tot-Time Registrations Continue for handson preschool program for children ages 3-5. The program aims to make learning fun for children and helps prepare them for kindergarten. Two, three and five-day options available on a monthly basis. Program starts Sept. 7, 8:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; register Mon.Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Proof of residency required for Gulfport residents. $25 deposit, applied to the first month.

VPK PROGRAM Register now for free Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) for the 2021-22 school year. Any child who lives in Florida and turns four by Sept. 1 can attend VPK for free. Apply on the Early Learning Coalition of Pinellas website for a certificate of eligibility, required to register. Program starts Sept. 7, 8:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; register Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. elcpinellas.net

CLASSES

Call instructor for more information. Want to teach a class? Call John: 727-893-1079.

Ballet and Tap Tues.: Ages 3-6, 5:45 p.m.; ages 7-16, 6:45 p.m. $35/month. Lisa Walker: 727-742-2594.

Hula Hoop Fitness Thurs., 6:30 p.m. $35/ month; $10/class. Maria: mestrada1987@ gmail.com.

Tennis Tues. & Fri. Adult lessons. Chase Park, 28th Ave. and 53rd St. S. $15. Mo: 727-5151454.

Yoga Moves Hatha Yoga Fri., 9:30 $12/class; $40/month. Denise: 727-251-8868

Youth Hip Hop Ages 6-8: Fri., 6:30 p.m.; ages 9-16, Fri., 7:30 p.m. $35/month. Lisa Walker: 727-742-2594

Zumba Will Resume in October. Thurs., 6 p.m. $20/month; $6/class. Magda: 727-214-7868