Local News in Pinellas County- October 29

Support Wreaths Across America this Veteran’s Day. Learn how you can sponsor a wreath here.


17th Annual Fashion Funds the Cure

The 17th annual Fashion Funds the Cure presented by Suncoast Mercedes-Benz Dealers is back again this fall to honor children battling cancer. The charity fashion show hosted by Gayle Guyardo will take place on Friday, November 13th from 6:00pm-9:00pm at Raymond James Stadium. The event will feature three main viewing areas and several private suites for guests to experience the show based on their personal preference and sponsorship level.  ARTICLE


BCYC 35th Annual Holiday Lighted Boat Parade

The 35th Annual BCYC Gulfport Christmas Boat Parade is set for Saturday, December 12th at 7pm. The entry fee is two (or more) new unwrapped children’s presents OR a check made out to “Operation Santa,” the City of Gulfport’s annual toy drive. Learn more here.


35th Annual Treasure Island Holiday Lighted Boat Parade

The 35th Annual Treasure Island Holiday Lighted Boat Parade will be hosted by The Club Treasure Island on Saturday, December 5th, 2020. A pre-parade party* will be held starting at 4:30pm at The Club TI’s pool pavilion. Learn more here.


More Local Outdoors Markets Set to Re-Open in November

The Indian Shores Morning Market kicks off this Sunday, November 1st. The market will run Sunday mornings 9am-1pm weather permitting. Info The Madeira Beach Wednesday Morning Market kicks off its 2020/2021 season this Wednesday, November 4th! The market will run every Wednesday morning from November through March from 9:00AM to 1:00PM. The market will be held at the City Hall parking lot. Info


NEW TIDBITS:

  • CLICK HERE to see last week’s tidbits.
  • This election day, Grassroots Kava House will be serving up FREE coffee to voters across the bay. Stop into one of their three locations, show them your ‘I VOTED” sticker (or proof that you voted by telling them how you voted – they’ll take your word for it) and you will receive ONE FREE SMALL COFFEE. Limit 1 per voter.
  • The City of Treasure Island and the American Legion Post 158 are planning a Veterans Day Parade on Sunday, November 8th. Any individual or group interested in participating in the parade should contact the American Legion Post 158 at (727)363-8375. Info
  • The City of St. Pete Beach in collaboration with the Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber of Commerce is hosting their virtual business meeting this Tuesday, November 3rd. Info
  • The Treasure Island & Madeira Beach Chamber of Commerce is collecting donations for Miracle by the Bay Holiday Food Drive. Donations can be dropped off to the Chamber office Monday-Friday from 10am – 2pm through November 19th. Info

UPCOMING EVENTS:

  • St. Pete Beach October Concert Series- Fridays in October GET TICKETS
  • Treasure Chests 5K – October 18th-31st REGISTER
  • Barks & Boos- October 24th INFO
  • Florida Botanical Gardens Pumpkin Fest- October 25th MORE INFO
  • 2nd Annual Cetera Scavenger Hunt- October 25th MORE INFO
  • Gulfport First Friday Art Walk- November 6th INFO
  • Treasure Island Veteran’s Day Boat Parade- INFO
  • exTRAVELganza!- November 20th GET TICKETS
  • Gulfport Third Saturday IndieFaire- November 21st INFO

REMINDERS

  • The OCTOBER Issue is NOW online. Read it here
  • Place your FALL & HOLIDAY ads in Paradise News NOW! Email Peter Roos at sales@ParadiseNewsFL.com to place your Fall and Holiday ads in Paradise News in Print. 
  • See what’s biting with Hubbards Marina Fishing Reports here.
  • Pinellas County Sheriffs Offices wants you to please lock your car doors and stow valuables out of sight.
  • Sea turtle nesting season is underway, and Pinellas County is reminding beach residents and visitors to keep conditions safe for sea turtles to thrive. Learn more here.
  • “Shoetober” is Clothes To Kids month-long collection drive for new and gently used shoes. Each year Clothes To Kids provides more than 13,000 pairs of shoes to local kids. Learn how you can help here.
  • REMINDER: Get your flu shot! See how you can get a free flu shot in Pinellas County this October here.
  • The deadline to complete the 2020 Census was extended to October 31st. Complete the census by phone at 844-330-2020 or online at https://my2020census.gov.
  • Are you getting St. Petersburg Museum of History’s St. Pete in a Snap emails? St. Pete in a Snap: Stories of Our Past is a digital peek at the Museum of History and the countless stories that make up our unique community. Sign up here.
  • Mark your calendars! Creative Loafing’s Burger Week is coming this November! Burger specials $10 and under. Info
  • If you are a Gulfport resident and could use a little help, the Gulfport Police Department is now accepting applications for Christmas assistance through December 18, 2020. Info

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