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Transit committee has several openings
By Times Staff Writers
Published August 24, 2005
The Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority has several openings on its Transit Advisory Committee. This group meets once a month at its headquarters at 14840 49th St. in Clearwater.
The committee of transit users and interested citizens provide input to the PSTA board of directors and staff regarding transit service, fares and infrastructure improvements.
Such input is intended to increase ridership and improve service for passengers. To apply, call 533-4301.
Earhart fellowships available for women
The Zonta International Amelia Earhart Fellowships are offered annually to women for graduate study in aerospace-related science and aerospace-related engineering. Applications for the 2006-07 fellowships are available at www.Zonta.org or by contacting Nancy Wright, Amelia Earhart Committee chairwoman of the Top of the Bay Zonta club, at wright99@tampabay.rr.com
Revised evacuation map on county's Web site
Pinellas County Emergency Management officials have completed revisions on the evacuation level map and posted the revised map on the county Web site. Go to www.pinellascounty.org and click on "Check Your Evac Level' in the lower left column; or visit http://pubgis.co.pinellas.fl.us/hurricane_txt/ or call 464-4333.
Marine Corps League wants you as a member
The Marine Corps League, a voluntary veterans organization of former Marines and Navy Corpsmen, wants to increase its membership.
The league serves Brandon, Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Tampa and the North Suncoast through outreach programs such as Toys for Tots, supports returning troops and the VA, and provides honor guards for veterans who have died.
For information, call (727) 421-4196.
Italian-American women meet on third Tuesday
The Italian-American Women of Today - LIADO will hold a general membership meeting at 6 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month at Our Lady of Lourdes Community Center, 750 San Salvador Drive, Dunedin.
Membership is open to women of any age who have Italian ancestry and are interested in supporting Italian culture and heritage.
Call Barb Abela at 418-5415.
Retired greyhounds ready for adoption to be at store
The Bay Area Greyhound Adoptions, a volunteer organization that finds adoptive homes for retired racing greyhounds, will be showing greyhounds at the Clearwater PetsMart at Clearwater Mall, 2625 Gulf-to-Bay, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. the second and fourth Saturday of each month.
Call 813 272-2332 or visit www.bayareagreyhounds.org They also welcome new volunteers to assist with work and foster homes.
Help can be as simple as a visit or trip to the store
Directions for Mental Health is looking for volunteers to help elderly adults in mid to upper Pinellas County. Volunteers will visit seniors, run errands and help with trips to the grocery store. Call Dolores Brigati at 524-4464, ext. 1354.
Dunedin flotilla presenting classes on boat safety
The Dunedin flotilla is presenting boat safety and seamanship programs. Classes run through November. Most insurance companies will give a discount on boat insurance after presenting a certificate of completion. Call 772-0021.
You can shape up with water fitness
Clearwater Parks and Recreation present aquacise through October. This instructor-led water fitness class emphasizes increasing endurance. Classes are at 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays at Clearwater Beach Family Aquatic Center, 51 Bay Esplanade, Clearwater.
Cost is $3 with Clearwater recreation card and $3.75 without. Call 462-6020.
HEP Thrift Store selling furniture, clothes, jewelry
The HEP Thrift Store, 1212 N Betty Lane, Clearwater, has vintage pieces, used furniture, brand name clothing, jewelry and knickknacks. The thrift store is part of the Homeless Emergency Project, a nonprofit organization that provides housing and supportive services for homeless individuals and families. Call the HEP office at 442-9041 or visit the Web site at www.ethep.com
Youth jazz band seeking musicians
Sonny LaRosa's America's Youngest Jazz Band is seeking musicians 13 years old or younger to play trumpet, trombone, saxophone, bass, guitar and vocals. Call (727) 725-1788.
Italian-American Club offers dinner dances
CLEARWATER - The Italian-American Club of Greater Clearwater, 200 McMullen-Booth Road, has a pasta dinner and dancing every Tuesday. Dinner at the club begins at 5:30 p.m., followed by dancing until 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $6 for members and $8 for nonmembers.
The club puts on dinner-dances from 5:30 to 11 p.m. every other Saturday. Cost is $12 for members, $15 for nonmembers. The club is now accepting new members.
For information, call 791-8698 or go to the club's Web page at www.iacgc.freewebspace.com
Worknet Pinellas to help place, train veterans
Worknet Pinellas will help place and train military veterans. All career fields are eligible, and training is done by the employer on site. This program is designed to give assistance in training funds as well as provide support in getting needed uniforms, tools and supplies for the job. Active duty reserve and National Guard veterans are eligible. Call 524-4344.
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