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Women's group will hold Monte Carlo night

By Times Staff Writer
Published October 31, 2007

TREASURE ISLAND

Business & Professional Women/St. Petersburg-Pinellas will hold its third annual BPW Monte Carlo Night from 6 to 10 p.m. Friday at the newly renovated Treasure Island Yacht and Tennis Club, 400 Treasure Island Causeway. The event supports educational opportunities for women through a variety of scholarships. Tickets: $55. Information: www.BPWMonteCarloNight.com; 502-5790; 510-7009.

BELLAIR

Auction will benefit Good Life Games

The Belleview Biltmore will host a silent auction to benefit the Good Life Games, Pinellas County's senior Olympics, from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at 25 Belleview Blvd., Belleair. Good Life Games participants will be on hand to talk about the games and how to participate. Wine and cheese will be served. For more information, call 461-3501.

ST. PETERSBURG

Free shuttle will run for this week's boat show

A free shuttle will run Thursday through Sunday for the Strictly Sail St. Petersburg Boat Show. The shuttle will run every 10 minutes, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. It will make three stops: Progress Energy Park/Al Lang Field parking lot, east side of First Street S, just south of First Avenue S; BayWalk/Mid Core parking garage, east side of First Street S, just north of First Avenue N; and Dolphin Parking Lot/ Spa Beach, Second Avenue on the Pier, just east of the Museum of History. A map of the shuttle route is available on the events page at www.LooperTrolley.com. Call 821-5166.

ST. PETERSBURG

Music, food, fun are planned for 'Tent Event'

Local musician Sarasota Slim and his band will perform at a "Tent Event" on Nov. 9 from 6 to 9 p.m. at 4301 16th St. N parking lot of Grace Lutheran Church. Food and children's activities will be available for a small price. On Nov. 10, men's vocal group Real Zeal and a jazz ensemble will perform from 6:45 to 9 p.m. Admission is $4 adults, $3 children 3 to 12, under 3 is free. For more information, call 527-1168.

AREAWIDE

Aquatic classes open for those with arthritis

Arthritis Foundation aquatic classes are available now in the Tampa Bay area. For those who suffer from fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis or any rheumatic disease, the 45-minute, twice-weekly aquatic classes can relieve pain and increase muscle strength and flexibility. For class locations and other information, call 1-800-741-4008.

ST. PETERSBURG

Deadline looms for Christmas assistance

The Salvation Army will accept applications for Christmas assistance from 9 a.m. to noon, and 1 to 4 p.m. through Friday at 1400 Fourth St. S. Each family head of household must bring photo identification, Social Security cards for each family member, proof of South Pinellas County address and proof of income. For more information, call 822-4954.

ST. PETERSBURG

'Trash and Treasures' flea market is Saturday

A "Trash and Treasures" flea market will be Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 6313 Central Ave. The sale will have something for everyone: gently used clothes, books, games, toys, jewelry, linens, glassware and china, small appliances, and lots of interesting "junk." A silent auction will offer collectibles and newer items. Snacks and soft drinks will be available for purchase. For more information, call 360-9070.

AREAWIDE

Volunteers are needed for mentoring program

Gulf Coast Community Care needs volunteers age 30 and older for its mentoring program.

Volunteers are matched with children ages 3 to 16 and spend a few hours a week in activities such as reading, fishing, baking, teaching a craft or visiting a park.

No experience is necessary. Call 479-1841 or 479-1825.

ST. PETERSBURG

Caroling competition supports free clinic

Join fellow yuletide revelers Dec. 8 at North Straub Park for the second annual Great Figgy Pudding Street Corner Caroling Competition to raise funds to support the work of the St. Petersburg Free Clinic and First Night St. Petersburg.

Teams of carolers will raise pledges from family members, friends and co-workers, then compete in either the Wild and Wacky or Traditional Choral categories. Costumes are encouraged.

For more information, contact Rebecca Russell-Gootee at 821-1200, ext. 114.

ST. PETERSBURG

Aid group needs help filling its cupboards

The St. Vincent de Paul cupboards are empty, and with holidays just around the corner, the center needs peanut butter, jelly, canned meats, all kinds of pasta and pasta box dinners, cereal, dry milk, instant mashed potatoes, rice, and snack foods.

Donations can be dropped off at the Food Center, 401 15th St. N, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. seven days a week. For more information, call 823-2516.

AREAWIDE

Volunteers sought to help with tax returns

AARP Tax-Aide seeks volunteer tax counselors to prepare and E-File tax returns for clients of all ages with low to moderate incomes, between Feb. 1 and April 15. Volunteers don't have to be AARP members or retirees.

Participants receive free comprehensive tax training and are certified by the IRS. Contact Diane Hernan at 544-1754 or at dhernan@tampabay.rr.com

ST. PETERSBURG

Applications accepted for Sungoddess Court

Applications are being accepted for the 2008 Sungoddess Court.

The Sungoddess program is a scholarship program created by the Suncoasters and Festival of States to honor young women in Pinellas County who are academically successful and are community volunteers. The Sungoddess must be able to represent the Festival of States as a goodwill ambassador at various events throughout the year.

Candidates for the court must be between 19 and 21 years old on or before Dec. 19, never married and have completed their freshman year in college. Their families must live in, or have their principal places of business in, Pinellas County south of Ulmerton Road.

The application deadline is Dec. 1.

Bayfront Health Systems will award a $2,500 scholarship to the 2008 Sungoddess and will match up to $1,000 of any additional donations received.

Up to 14 finalists will be selected for the Sungoddess Court and will participate in the St. Petersburg Festival of States April 3-13.

All applicants will be required to attend two social events during the 2007 holiday break.

Information: 321-9888, or send e-mail with name and address to festivalofstates@ij.net

ST. PETERSBURG

Crafters, vendors needed for Nov. 10 fair

Crafters and vendors are needed for a fair to be held Nov. 10 on the grounds of Norwood Community Church, 1818 29th Ave. N. Space, table and chairs will be provided. Fee is $15. For more information, call (727) 512-3017.

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