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By LORRIE LYKINS
Published April 25, 2007

PINELLAS PARK 

Open house at Public Works department

Ever wonder what "public works" means? Now's your chance to find out.

The city of Pinellas Park's Public Works department is hosting its third annual open house.

The public is invited to stop by and meet the staff and learn about the training, equipment and skills required to keep Pinellas Park running smoothly.

Activities will include a bounce house for kids, dunk tank, exhibit booths and demonstrations.

When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 19.

Where: Town Square Plaza Park, 5121 80th Ave. N.

Details: www.pinellas-park.com/Departments/Media_and_Public_Events/events.asp

ANNUAL RELAY FOR LIFE TAKES STEPS TOWARD A CURE FOR CANCER

THE ANNUAL AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY'S RELAY FOR LIFE IS MAY 11-12, WITH OPENING AND CLOSING CEREMONIES AT THE ENGLAND BROTHERS BANDSHELL.

THE RELAY FOR LIFE IS AN OVERNIGHT WALK/VIGIL TO RAISE MONEY TO HELP THE FIGHT AGAINST CANCER, CELEBRATE CANCER SURVIVORS AND REMEMBER LOVED-ONES.

When: Opening ceremony 6 p.m. May 11; closing ceremony, 10 a.m. May 12.

Where: England Brothers Bandshell, 5010 81st Ave. N.

Details: Call 812-7008 or visit the Web site: www.acsevents.org/relay/fl/pinellaspark.

Training is offered for volunteer police force

The Pinellas Park Police Department is seeking residents to join its volunteer ranks.

The department requires that volunteers pass a background check and complete 13 weeks of training, which covers police procedures and traffic control.

Trained volunteers are empowered to assist in issuing citations to motorists who illegally park in handicapped spaces.

The department trains about 40 new volunteers each year and law enforcement background is not required.

In addition to assisting with traffic management issues, volunteers may be trained to work in the records, administration and communications sections of the department as well as join the horseback patrol.

Individuals interested in joining the volunteer unit should contact Officer Donna Saxer at 541-0761.

KENNETH CITY

Plans under way for 50th anniversary

The town of Kenneth City is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year and planning is under way for the Independence Day parade and festival. Organizers say the event attracts thousands of residents and this year's Happy Birthday theme will be memorable.

Planners are seeking businesses, community associations, marching bands and civic organizations to participate in the 1-mile parade that starts at 9 a.m. on July 4.

Registration forms are available at City Hall at 6000 54th Ave. N. There are no registration fees to march in the parade.

Festival organizers are also seeking businesses and organizations willing to sponsor children's activities including games and bounce houses. For information about sponsorships, contact Jim Millican at 526-5650.

The Mid County Neighborhood Notebook is compiled by Times correspondent Lorrie Lykins. E-mail news for Pinellas Park, Seminole, Lealman and Kenneth City to SPTimeslistings@yahoo.com or snail-mail it to Lorrie Lykins, Seminole Neighborhood Notebook, P.O. Box 4954, Seminole, FL 33775. Deadline for inclusion Wednesday is 5 p.m. the previous Friday.

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