Weekly Tidbits December 23, 2021

Merry Christas & Happy Holidays from the whole Paradise News Team!
We hope you have a wonderful weekend!

St. Pete Beach Parking Permits Now Online!

The City of St. Pete Beach announced 2022 parking permits are now available online. These new eco-friendly permits are electronic and registered through license plates. The cost of the permit remains $20. Annual boat ramp permits are available for $75. Guest permits are available through the portal.

Learn more at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/spb-2022-parking-permits/.

LAST MINUTE GIFTS: Give the Gift of Membership

A membership to a local museum, zoo or aquarium is a great last minute gift to give this holiday season! Click the links below to purchase a membership to one of our favorite local spots!

Imagine Museum- https://www.imaginemuseum.com/membership/
Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park- https://zootampa.org/membership/
MOTE Marine Lab & Aquarium- https://mote.org/support/membership
Museum of American Arts & Crafts Movements- https://www.museumaacm.org/membership
Museum of Fine Arts St. Pete- https://mfastpete.org/gift/
St. Petersburg Museum of History- http://spmoh.com/product/membership/
The Dali Museum- https://thedali.org/join/membership/
The James Museum- https://thejamesmuseum.org/join/

Can’t find one you like? A local restaurant gift card is another great last minute local gift!

Last Minute Local Gifting Ideas

Gift yourself a spa session at Noire The Nail Bar in St. Pete Beach! Gift cards available! Select from a menu of spa manicure and pedicure services, waxing and more. You can expect clean, professional, high-quality services at Noire The Nail Bar at Dolphin Village Shopping Center. Appointments and walk-ins both welcome. Complimentary wine and soda. Open every day. Competitively priced. Tell them “Paradise NEWS sent me.”

Find more last minute local gifting ideas at paradisenewsfl.com/december-gift-guide/.

Gift the gift of wellness with a gift from the Centre St. Pete Beach.
Learn more at https://www.thecentrespb.com/.

NEW TIDBITS:

CLICK HERE to see last week’s tidbits.
The December Issue is NOW online. Read it here.
St. Pete Beach will ring in 2022 with a fireworks show at 8pm from Upham Beach. Click here to learn more.
The Indian Shores Recreational Program will resume Monday, January 3, 2022, in the 4th floor Indian Shores Municipal Center. The Town of Indian Shores is offering limited Recreation Programs as well as special recreational opportunities that come up from time to time. Click here to learn more.
The City of St. Pete Beach is excited to partner with the Tradewinds, Sirata Beach Resort, Postcard Inn, and the Plaza Beach Resort to welcome 2022 with a bang with NYE Fireworks on December 31st at 8pm. Click here to learn more.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Winter Beach at St. Pete Pier- Now through January 17th INFO
Holiday Lights in the Gardens- November 26- December 31 INFO
St. Pete Beach Fireworks at Upham Beach- December 31 INFO
2022 Don Cesar Beach Polo Classic- January 8-9 TICKETS
St. Pete Beach Classic- January 15-16 INFO

REMINDERS

The December Issue is NOW online. Read it here.
Reach snowbirds, locals & tourists in 2022 with a print ad in Paradise News! Email Peter Roos at sales@ParadiseNewsFL.com to place your ads in Paradise News in Print.
Pinellas County Sheriffs Offices wants you to please lock your car doors and stow valuables out of sight.
CLICK HERE to signup for ALERT PINELLAS to get vital updates during hurricane season.
Red tide is present in Pinellas County waters. Check the current red tide status at https://myfwc.com/research/redtide/statewide/.
Coyotes call Pinellas County home too! CLICK HERE for safety tips for you & your pets.
Click here to find Sarah Lyons’ Astrology Forecast for your sign.
From December-February, 2022, Sacino’s will help people out of work take a step closer to acing their next job interview. If a Pinellas County resident is unemployed, and needs an outfit cleaned for an interview, Sacino’s will clean the suit or dress for free. Click here to learn more.
Holiday Lights in the Gardens at the Florida Botanical Gardens is happening now! Click here to learn more about this annual holiday event.
Give the gift that fits ALL this holiday season at RumFish Grill! Now through December 31th, 2021 when you buy a $100 RumFish Grill Gift Card you with receive a $20 Bonus Card! Bonus cards are valid from January 1 through March 1, 2022. For information, reservations & more visit RumFishGrill.com
It’s the most wonderful time of the year at ZooTampa with the return of Christmas in the Wild, featuring one of Tampa Bay’s largest light displays, delectable holiday treats, amazing wildlife and new festive adventures. Christmas in the Wild is a limited capacity event. Get your tickets at https://zootampa.org/christmas-in-the-wild/.
Save the Date! The 9th Annual Localtopia in St. Petersburg will be February 12th, 2022!
Connect with the City of Gulfport through their app! CLICK HERE to learn more and download it.
The City of St. Pete Beach is now using See Click Fix for residents to submit issues to the city. Click here to learn more.
The City of St. Pete Beach reminds dog owners that individuals who take their dog(s) on the beach may be fined $118 per City of St. Pete Beach Code of Ordinances.
Clothes to Kids needs donations! Learn how you can help here.