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St. Pete Beach’s North Beach Windsurfing is your local source for expanding your water experience.
Local events, businesses and happenings in Gulfport, Florida.
Paradise News’ picks for where you should grab a cup or cone locally in Pinellas County.
How you can help protect monarch butterflies.
Big election happening in St. Pete Beach this August.
Art news & tidbits for Pinellas County & Tampa Bay.

The Centre SPB will continue to be your go-to destination for holistic health and wellness in St. Pete Beach.

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After the vote on August 20th, the St. Pete Beach Commission will be a totally elected commission once more.

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Sweeten up your Sunday with a scoop or two from one of our favorite local ice cream spots. Find our picks for the best local ice cream shops in Pinellas County in our August/September issue or online at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/ice-cream-2024/.

It is another great weekend in Tampa Bay! Howl-O-Scream kicks off at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. People will be in and by the water this morning cleanup our waterways at the City of Madeira Beach Amphibious Trash Round-up in association with Old Salts. You can get on the water with North Beach Windsurfing. Floral Fantasies is still on special exhibit at The Dalí Museum. Find out everything that is happening at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/top-5-sept-6.

Amphibious Trash Round-Up, Floral Fantasies at The Dalí, Gulfport's First Friday & MORE! Find out what is happening this weekend with our Top 5 Weekend Events & September Features in this week's e-newsletter at https://mailchi.mp/c6c22ab4db94/top-5-weekend-events-september-features

Get storm ready! Peak hurricane season is here. In Florida, most tropical storms and hurricanes happen between mid-August and mid-October. While we are in the middle of the Florida Disaster Preparedness Tax Holiday (August 24 to September 6), it is a good time to make sure your home is prepared for the next storm. Check our hurricane preparedness features from our May and June/July issues for helpful tips at www.paradisenewsfl.com/hurricane.

Andrea Martone spotlights muralist Sara Salem and abstract artist Jen Kroeger in our August/September Artists Spotlight feature. Check it out online at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/artists-as-2024/.

With its mix of businesses and a calendar brimming with over 70 events each year, Gulfport, Florida, continues to capture the attention of entrepreneurs, artists, and visitors. Whether you are a longtime resident or a first-time visitor, Gulfport’s eclectic offerings promise to delight and interest locals and visitors alike. Marlene Shaw highlights local businesses & events in Gulfport in our August/September issue or online at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/gulfport-matters-3/

The 24th Annual Gecko Fest is set for this Saturday, August 31st 10am-10pm along Gulfport’s scenic waterfront on Beach Blvd. This year’s theme, “Live From Gulfport, It’s Gecko Night!” promises a vibrant, fun-filled event featuring a costume parade, live music, street performers, and a variety of food and craft vendors. Gecko Fest is held in collaboration with SIK Promotions and the City of Gulfport and The Gulfport Merchants Chamber. Free admission and parking.

Geckofest, Get on the Water with North Beach Windsurfing, Hurricane Preparedness Tax Holidays and more! See what is happening locally in Tampa Bay with our Top 5 Weekend Events & August Features in this week's e-newsletter at https://mailchi.mp/4db1f4effde8/top-5-weekend-events-august-features

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