Recreation Center 5730 Shore Blvd. So 893-1068
RECREATION WEBSITE- www.ci.gulfport.fl.us and follow the links: City Departments, Leisure services, Rec. Center.
REMINDERS & UPCOMING EVENTS
2009 SUMMER PROGRAM-Ongoing registration continues for the 2009 Summer Recreation Program for children who have completed Kindergarten thru age 14. Proof of residency is required for registration. Hours of registration for Monday–Friday are from 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. You can pick up your packet at the Rec. Center or log on to www.ci.gulfport.fl.us and follow the links to City Departments, Leisure Services, Rec Center. For more information call 893-1068.
Tomlinson Skate Park Sticker-All skaters need to purchase a Skate Park sticker and have a consent form on file at the Recreation Center. Annual cost for stickers is $5 res./$10 non-res. Consent forms are available at the Recreation Center, 5730 Shore Blvd. S., Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.–8 p.m. Skaters ages 17 and under must be accompanied by a parent and show proof of residency for registration.
ACTIVITIES
Adult Basketball- Thurs. 6-9 p.m. Annual reg. $2 res/$2 non-res.
PROGRAMS
Teen Night -Teens, ages middle school to 17. Mon., Wed. & Fri. 6-9 p.m. Annual reg. $2 res/$2 non-res.
Tot Time Program - Preregistration-Pre-registration for the 2009-2010 Tot Time Program are currently being accepted. Hours for pre-registration are from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday. A non-refundable annual registration fee of $15 for residents and $100 for non-residents is required to secure a spot. Proof of residency is required for Gulfport residents. The Tot Time Program is a pre-school, hands-on program for children ages 3-5. The program aims to make learning fun for children and helps prepare them for Kindergarten. Two, three and five-day monthly options are available. Program hours are from 8:30a.m.-12:00p.m. Classes begin September 8, 2009. Call 893-1068 for more information.
CLASSES
NEW CLASS-Body Sculpt-Thurs. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Cost is $5 per class. This class is a combination of aerobics and strength training designed to get your heart rate into the cardio zone. For more info call Billie at 239-313-0876.
Creative Writing-Fri., 6:30-8 p.m. Learn how to put your creative thoughts together and write them down. Meet others with similar interests and exchange ideas. Call Rosiland Miller at 381-1030 for more info
Dog Obedience-For more information on upcoming classes, contact Lisa at 772-3631.
Fencing- Wed., 5:30-6:30 p.m. for ages 8 and up are welcome. Cost is $5 per one-hour session. Call Jim Campoli at 813-855-3112 for more info.
Gymnastics – Fri., 5:30-6:15 p.m. for ages 5-12. Cost is $5 per class. Call Barbara at 804-9400 for more info.
Karate-Mon. & Fri., 6:30-8 p.m. (Beginners), advanced students stay until 8:30 p.m. Cost is $35 per month. For more information call Diane at 727-459-1399.
Noisemakers-Mon., 6-7 p.m. Children ages 4-and up. Adults please contact Gabe for information. Cost is $15 per class or $105 for an 8-week session. Please call Gabe at 345-7472 for more information and to be placed on a list.
Tai Chi & Health Recovery MOVED to the CASINO-
Senior Tai Chi- Tues., 9-10:15 a.m.
Health Recovery-Tues., 10:15-11:30am
Advanced Beginners - Thurs., 9-10:15 a.m. Donations accepted. Call Marge at 345-6708 for more info.
Tennis-Tues., 4:30-5p.m. (ages 6+), 5-6 p.m. (children 8-16) and adults from 6-7 p.m. at Chase Park, 28th Ave. & 53rd Street So. Gulfport. Cost is $10 per session. Private lessons available. Call Jack at 430-0690 for more info.
Yoga-Thurs.-6:30-7:30 p.m. Blend strength, flexibility, balance and relaxation. All fitness levels are welcome. Bring a mat and water. $35 per month, $10 for a drop in. Call Maureen at 381-2166 for more info.
Gulfport Library 5501 28th Ave. So. 893-1074
THE LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED FRIDAY & SATURDAY, JULY 3-4, FOR THE INDEPENDENCE DAY HOLIDAY
PROGRAMS AND MEETINGS:
THERE’S STILL TIME !!!
REGISTRATION is ONGOING FOR ALL SUMMER READING
PROGRAMS . . .
SO . . . KIDS, “TWEENS,” TEENS and ADULTS can still REGISTER NOW and read for fun and prizes!
AND . . . MORE “SUMMER WEDNESDAY SPECIALS” FOR THE YOUNG AND THE YOUNG
AT HEART:
Wednesday, July 8 @ 2:30 pm:
Rock ‘n Roll at our 60’s “sockhop” with Deejay Nell Abram (WMNF)!!
Wednesday, July 15 @ 2:30 pm:
Storyteller Gladys Varga returns with Summer Tales Galore!!
Wednesday, July 22 @ 2:30 pm
Celebrate the season at our
“END-OF-SUMMER
READING PROGRAM PARTY” featuring the return of
Mark the Balloon Guy!!
Gulfport Creative Short Story Writers: Wednesday mornings, 9:15 am-Noon.
One-on-One Computer Instruction: By appointment only--contact Alex Hooks at the Reference Desk, or call 893-1073.
NEW! Adventures in the Market: Amateur investor Jim Joiner hosts this informal meeting to share personal experiences and helpful market strategies in these uncertain times. Monday, July 6, 6:00 pm.
Socrates Café: These monthly discussion groups were inspired by the book The Six Questions of Socrates. Author Christopher Phillips traveled the world to lead informal groups, engaging people in the manner of the ancient Greek philosopher, for whom “the questions are more important than the answers.” Thursday, July 9, 10:00 am.
Retirement Planning Workshop for Seniors: Presented by the Senior Learning Council. Thursday, July 9, 1:00 pm. FMI contact: Donna Moore, 727-831-3416.
Suncoast Computer Users: Thursday, July 9, 6:00 pm.
Scrapbookers Club for Teens & Adults: Bring your pictures, books and questions, and prepare to have a great time! Make beautiful pages of memories for yourself and your family. Some supplies available, but you furnish your own 12x12 scrapbook album. FMI, contact Kay Boatwright 893-1074. Saturday, July 11, 1:00 pm.
Summer Coffee/Talk: Summer series of monthly book discussions, “Grace Under Pressure,” continues with Josephine Tey’s The Daughter of Time. Join us for coffee, light refreshments, and lively conversation. Pick up a discussion guide and reserve a copy of the book at the Reference Help Desk. Thursday, July 16 (coffee’s ready at 10:00 am, talk starts at 10:15).
Attention Coffee/Talkers (and other books-into-movies fans)—We’ll be showing Young and Innocent, a 1937 motion picture based on another great Josephine Tey mystery (A Shilling for Candles), and directed by that master of suspense and psychological thrillers himself—Alfred Hitchcock!! Thursday, July 16, starting at 1:30 pm.
NEW! The G & O Book Club: A philosophical discussion group based on the works of early 20th century mystic G. I. Gurdjieff and philosopher P. D. Ouspensky. Saturday, July 18, 1:30 pm
Genealogy Discussion Group: This is not a formal class, just an opportunity to meet and share experiences and information with others interested in delving into their family history. Saturday, July 25, 1:00 pm. FMI, call Kay Boatwright at the Library, 893-1074.
Senior Center 5501 27th Ave. So. 893-1231
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Senior Center/GEMS Closed – Friday, July 3 in observance of Independence Day.
Digital Piano Needed-The digital piano at the Senior Center will play tunes no longer. Repair impossible. We miss our music! If anyone would like to donate a used digital piano or would simply like to replace ours, please contact the Senior Center. Thank you.
English as a Second Language-An English as a Second Language Class will once again be offered at the Senior Center if there is a need in the community. Please let us know if you are interested so we can plan accordingly.
Computer Classes-Are you interested in computer classes? Let us know what your particular interests are and we will try to accommodate.
Senior Discount Trolley Tokens-The Senior Center is now selling Senior Discount Trolley Token Saver Packs. The packs are $10 and contain 12 special tokens for the Gulfport/St. Pete Beach Trolley Connector route only. Must be over the age of 55 and show I.D. to purchase.
Websites of Special Interest
www.ci.gulfport.fl.us
www.gulfportseniorfoundation.org
www.aaapp.org
SPECIAL EVENTS:
Movie of the Month-Mon. July 27 at 12:45pm, Tyler Perry’s Madea Goes to Jail
Summer Social- Mon. July 6, 2pm. Entertainment by The Love Notes. Includes refreshments. Admission: one up-to-date canned food item for Senior Center Food Pantry. Must get ticket in advance.
SEMINARS & PRESENTATIONS
Medicare Info Workshop, Tues. July 14 at 9:30am. Coffee/Pastry provided. Call for reservation.
Basic Computer Info, Wed. July 15 at 10:30am.
Facts About Gambling, Fri. July 17 at 11am.
Heart Attack Symptom Differences Between Men/Women, Mon. July 20 at 10am.
Safeguard our Seniors from Financial Scams, Wed. July 29 at 1pm
FUN & GAMES
Bingo, every Fri. at 1pm
Contract Bridge, every Tues. & Thurs at 2pm
Canasta, Pinochle, & Beginning Duplicate Bridge, every Wed. at 6:30
Mah Jongg, Mon. at 1pm
Wii Bowling, every Thurs. at 1pm
CLASSES & CLUBS
Exercise:
Chair Exercise with Phil every Tues. at 10:45am
Bone Strengthening Exercise every Wed. at 11:15am. Courtesy of Coventry Health Care.
Fitness Center: Treadmills, Recumbent Cycle, Easytone Exercise Chairs, 8:00am-4pm
Exercise Off Site:
Tai Chi every Tues & Thurs. at 9am (Gulfport Casino)
Total Fitness every Mon & Wed. at 1:30pm (Gulfport Neighborhood Center)
AARP Driver Safety Program-Every first and second Tuesdays, 12:30-4:30pm. Fee: $14 ($2 discount for AARP members). Must attend both classes. Call (727) 343-9044 to register or visit www.aarp.org/drive.
SPECIAL SERVICES
GEMS Door-to-Door Transportation-Transportation for Gulfport seniors, 55 yrs. or over. Service provided Mon. thru Fri. 8:30am-4pm. Annual membership: $50. Rides: $1.00 each way. All rides to the Senior Center are free. Call for more info.
Blood Pressure Screenings – every Tues, 10:30-11:30am. Thanks to Egret Cove, Boca Ciega Rehab, Ace Homecare, Nurse on Call and ResCare Home Care for providing this much appreciated service on a monthly basis.
Phone Distribution for Hearing Impaired – Tues. July 21, 9:30-11:30am. Call for more info on how to qualify.
Diabetic Education Classes-Diabetic Educator Sandra Grosvenor offers free diabetic education classes every 2nd and 4th Mon. at 10am. Learn how to manage/cope with diabetes. Next classes: June 22 & July 13
Elder Law Clinic-Free legal assistance on Fri. July 17 at 9:30am. Includes help with wills, living wills, powers of attorney, health care surrogate, etc. Must be 60 or over, reside in Southern Pinellas County and meet income guidelines. Call to register.
Health Insurance Questions?-Do you have Medicare/Medicaid questions or billing problems? Confused about Medicare Part D? Call for 1:1 appointment. Courtesy of SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders).
Support Groups
Diabetic Support Group, every 1st, 3rd, & 5th Mon. at 10am
Support for Visually Impaired, 2nd & 4th Mon. at 2pm
Support for Caregivers, Tues at 6pm; Wed. at 2pm
Hickman Theater 5501 27th Ave. So. 893-1070
Gulfport Community Players
present
“SUMMER ONE ACTS”
Nine original plays written by playwrights from Gulfport and the surrounding area
July 9-19th
Thurs.-Sat., 8 p.m.
Sun. Matinee 2 p.m.
Tickets $15. Available at Gulfport Casino,
Eileens Resale Boutique, Beach Bazaar, Gulfport Chamber or call 727-322-0316
Gulfport Casino 5500 Shore Blvd. So.893-1070
Mario DeLeon’s Band & Dance
Social & Ballrom Dancing
Sun., July 5, 6-10 p.m. - $7
Tues., Ballroom Lessons
12-3 p.m. - $7
12-1 p.m., Inter.-Bolero
1-2 p.m., Beg.-Fox Trot
2-3 Dancing
Tues., ARGENTINE TANGO
7-8 p.m. - Lesson
8-10 p.m. - Dance, $15
Wed., SWING DANCE
6-8 p.m. - Lesson
8-11 p.m. - Dance, $7
Thurs., SALSA DANCE
6-8 p.m. - Lesson
8-11 p.m. - Dance, $7
www.ci.gulfport.fl.us
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