Announcements

Do You Need Assistance?

If you have been negatively impacted by COVID-19, Pinellas County has assistance information for you. For food pantry distribution sites, financial assistance, eviction/ foreclosure information, pet care assistance and more, visit covid19.pinellascounty.org/where-to-get-help. Text your zip code to 211 Tampa Bay Cares at 898211 or dial 211.

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.

Craft Show Seeks Vendors

Calling all crafters and local artisans: The Gulfport Lions Club is planning a craft show on Saturday, December 12 and seeks more vendors. They have 20 eight-foot tables available at $45 each. The event will follow all Pinellas County COVID-19 guidelines. Email Deanne Miller deannev2u@gmail.com or call 586-552-6859 by December 1. Profits will go to the Gulfport Police Department’s Operation Santa.

St. Bart’s Thrift Shop is Open

Fans of St. Bart’s Thrift Store rejoice! The store reopened its doors on Tuesday, September 22 with safety measures in place. Throughout the pandemic, volunteers have collected donations, so they have plenty to offer. The shop is ready to welcome back their regular customers with masks and social distancing. Store hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sunday and Monday, and Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The shop is at 3747 34th St. S. Proceeds benefit the church food pantry.

Have a Blast at Gulfport’s Teen Night

Register now for Gulfport’s Teen Night Program for teens and middle school kids to age 17. Teens enjoy recreational and social activities, as well as monthly field trips, cooking projects, service projects and overnight lock-ins. 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 costs $3 for residents/$25 non-residents. For more, call John at 727-893-1079.

Senior Center Pantry Needs Donations

If you do, the Gulfport Senior Center Pantry needs it. They’re looking for non-perishables like tuna, peanut butter, dry cereal, pasta sauce, soups and canned meats. Any Gulfport resident 50 and older can use the pantry. The Senior Center keeps the pantry open from 1 to 3 p.m. on Mondays and Thursdays. If you have food to donate, drop it off anytime. If you could use food, bring your photo ID, a utility bill, or bank statement (to prove residence) and your SSI proof of income. Wondering if you can use the pantry? Call Rachel at 727-893-1231.

Senior Center Offers Classes Online

The Gulfport Multipurpose Senior Center may be closed, but pre-recorded classes are still in session. Chair exercises, yoga, art, writing, language, cooking classes and more are available on GTV 640, or streaming on ZOOM, Facebook and YouTube. Call 727-893-5657 or visit fb.com/ GulfportSeniorCenter.