This year, CASA is asking that anyone who would like to contribute to making their participants’ holidays a little brighter donate Walmart, Amazon, Visa, Target, Gas, or Publix gift cards in increments of $25. These cards will be given to participants to allow them to choose just the right toy or gift for their child. This model of empowerment that CASA uses daily is the process of becoming stronger, independent, and more confident, especially in controlling one’s life. This will be the first holiday season free from abuse for many survivors. You can drop off your donation Mondays to Fridays 10am-3pm at 1019 Arlington Ave North in St. Petersburg. See other suggested gifts, learn how to request at a CASA Collection Box or make an online donation to support CASA Pinellas’ efforts to provide joy and safety this holiday season at https://www.casapinellas.org/event/hope-for-the-holidays-2024/.
Keep Pinellas Beautiful’s Holiday Open House
Keep Pinellas Beautiful has so much to be thankful for this Holiday Season. Join KPB as they celebrate a wonderful year of service! They will serve refreshments, give tours of their facility, and give guests the opportunity to participate in some fun giveaways! The KPB office is located at 5090 66th St. N., St. Petersburg, FL 33709. The open house will take place on Friday, December 20th, 2024, from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM.
St. Petersburg Holiday Movies in the Park
Celebrate the holiday season with a free outdoor movie screening in the park! Enjoy a cozy evening filled with pre-movie festive activities, including photo opportunities with Santa, reindeer games, and concessions. Don’t forget to bring your blankets or lawn chairs to settle in for a movie experience under the stars. Join us for a night of holiday cheer and fun! Event opens to the public at 5:30 p.m.
- Dec. 7: “Nightmare Before Christmas” – Huggins-Stengal Field
- Dec. 14: “The Grinch” – Vinoy Park
- Dec. 21: “Elf” – Pinellas Pioneer Settlement
See all of St. Petersburg’s holiday events at https://bit.ly/st-pete-holidays.
Get Your Local Business Noticed in Paradise News!
Fall in love with Paradise News this snowbird season! Reach more locals and visitors in print or online by placing your ad or advertorial in the February issue of Paradise NEWS- read by 100,000 locals and visitors online and in print. Book your ad or advertorial now for 2025 for our best rates and placement. Deadline for ads & advertorials in our February LOVE issue is January 10th. To place your ad, contact PETER ROOS by email at sales@ParadiseNewsFL.com or call 727.363.6888!
NEW TIDBITS:
- The November Issue is NOW online. Read it here.
- Paradise News will print & distribute 30,000 copies monthly this winter, mailing 20,000 to some of the most affected homeowners & businesses In the Tampa Bay Area. Email Peter Roos at sales@paradisenewsfl.com about placing an ad in Paradise News this November. Learn more about the benefits of placing an ad in Paradise News in print or online at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/reach-pinellas-county-locals-this-november/.
- Please plan ahead to help make your travel easy as PIE! Thanksgiving week is a very busy time of the year, so please be patient and check out some helpful travel tips from St. Pete/Clearwater International Airport (PIE) at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/st-pete-clearwater-international-airport-holiday-travel-tips/.
- Subscribe to Pinellas County’s e-newsletter The Wave at https://pinellas.gov/the-wave/.
- Based on the direction from the City Commission, The City of St. Pete Beach has authorized an immediate waiver on 100% of the fees for storm-related work permits. This applies to both residential and commercial permits. Permit fee waivers began on Wednesday November 6th, 2024, and are retroactive to October 1st, 2024. The waivers will last through Tuesday January 14, 2025. At that time, the City Commission will meet and evaluate the possibility of extending the waiver. Learn more at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/spb-permit-waiver/.
- Property values and tax bills for the 2024 tax year are based on values as of January 1, 2024. While 2024 tax bills will not be reduced, residential property owners are eligible for a partial property tax refund due to damage associated with a catastrophic event if certain conditions are met. Please CLICK HERE to learn more and apply.
- Let us know what you are thinking about what is happening on our local beaches and St. Petersburg by submitting a Letter to the Editor at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/letter/. Letters will be considered for inclusion in an upcoming issue of Paradise News.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
- Arts Annual 2024 Exhibit by Creative Pinellas- November 9- January 4 INFO
- Festival of Trees- November 23 INFO
- Tampa Bay Holiday Market at The Coliseum- November 23 INFO
- St. Pete Opera presents Pinocchio- November 23-24 TICKETS
- Bert’s St. Pete Bikefest- November 21-24 INFO
- Holiday Lights in the Garden- November 29th, 2024- January 4, 2025 INFO
- St. Petersburg 96th Annual Santa Parade & Tree Lighting- November 30 INFO
- SHOPAPALOOZA- November 30- December 1 INFO
- 33rd Annual Tarpon Springs Thanksgiving Art & Craft Festival- November 30-December 1 INFO
- St. Petersburg Holiday Lights & Displays- November 30- January 1 INFO
- Annual Tarpon Springs Holiday Boat Parade- December 6 INFO
- Downtown St. Petersburg Christmas Lighted Boat Parade- December 7 INFO
- Tampa Bay Sun Football Club Home Games- December 16 TICKETS
FIND EVENT MORE FALL EVENTS AT https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/fall-2024/.
REMINDERS
- The November Issue is NOW online. Read it here.
- Reach snowbirds, locals & tourists in 2024 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.
- Coyotes call Pinellas County home too! CLICK HERE for safety tips for you & your pets.
- Explore more than 50 deals and discounts with Visit St. Pete/Clearwater’s new FREE FunShine Savings Passport, featuring museums, attractions, tours, local restaurants and shops. Click here to learn more.
- Learn more about boating safety and how you can take a course in Pinellas County at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/safe-boating/.
- Businesses and residents on the barrier islands, Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber of Commerce has built a large volunteer network that is ready to help. If you or your business needs assistance please fill out their form to see if they can get you matched with some of our volunteers. Find their form at https://bit.ly/helene-tbbcoc-help. Volunteer to help at https://bit.ly/beaches-strong-volunteers.
- More than 350 local makers and small businesses are coming together at St. Petersburg’s Vinoy Park (701 Bayshore Dr NE) on Thanksgiving Weekend for LocalShops1’s Shopapalooza Festival. The 2-day extravaganza celebrates local businesses, local arts, local tastes, local music, and the local vibe that makes Tampa Bay such a special place. Learn more at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/shopapalooza-is-a-go/.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest Pinellas County news by signing up for their new monthly newsletter- The Wave. From beach restoration to countywide road construction, The Wave will the most important news from Pinellas County Government to your inbox each month. Sign up now at https://pinellas.gov/the-wave.
- The Madeira beach social club is an active senior group located in Madeira Beach, Florida. Their club provides a wonderful opportunity for seniors to socialize, participate in various activities, and build lasting friendships within our community. Click here to learn more.
- The City of Gulfport Senior Center’s Telephone Reassurance Program is a free service for Gulfport Residents 50 years of age or older. Volunteers provide daily phone calls to registered members and provide comfort, security, and peace of mind to members and families. Registration is simple and free. If you or someone you know could benefit from this service during this difficult time, please call (727) 893-2237 and register today.
- Reminder to our residents and visitors. No Dogs On The Beach! If you see something, say something. Contact Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Non-Emergency Line at 727-582-6200.
- 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.
