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Swing Time, Scattered Thunderstorms, Teen Job Workshop
It's Wednesday, July 31! Here's what you need to know today in Gulfport.
Did you know that Swing Time offers 2-for-1 admission for students every Wednesday at the Gulfport Casino Ballroom. Come out for lessons from 6 - 7 Â p.m. followed by the dance from 8 - 11 p.m. There's also free admission if it's your birthday! For more information and all the latest details "like" Swing Time on Facebook.
Scattered Thunderstorms, Oh No
Remember, thunderstorms are popping out of nowhere right now - so, don't forget your umbrella. Looks like we have a 50 percent chance of scattered thunderstorms tonight, according to the National Weather Service. It'll be partly sunny, with a high near 91. Heat index values may reach as high as 100. Tonight, expect a low around 77 with a 30 percent chance of rain. For a complete look at your local forecast, check out this link to the National Weather Service.
Attention Teens! Are You Looking for a Job?
Good news, the Gulfport Public Library wants to help you sharpen your interview skills and spruce up your resume. There are two Teen Financial Literacy and Job Skills events - Wed, August 7 and Friday, August 9 at the library. Contact Cailey at 893-1074 or email cklasson@mygulfport.us for all the info. Special thanks to Cailey Klasson for adding the events in our free calendar on Gulfport Patch!Â
 The city of St. Petersburg was once known for its famous green benches that lined the sidewalks downtown and served as popular hangout spots for natives and tourists. Although they were all removed back in 1969, a local craftsman started making replicas that can be found all around Tampa Bay including at Busch Gardens, Tropicana Field and the Florida Aquarium. Read more about the man behind the replicas and find out how you can get your own.Â
Better Run To Hallmark, Or Not
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Today is national Father-In-Law Day. While it may not be a shock that here isn't much of a push for this particular holiday, there’s probably a card and a keepsake bottle opener out there somewhere. Although a quick internet search only turned up this rundown of ideas for celebrating, not any themed gifts. Go ahead wish him Happy Father-In-Law Day. He probably has no idea it exists, so the look on his face might be worth it.
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