The Gabs Eve food traditions? What are your New...

Gabber December 26, 2019 - January 1, 2020 11

What are your New Year’s Eve food traditions?The Gabs

Carly Keith, Gulfport: “We eat lots of snacks. No real food traditions, but we do go watch the fireworks.”

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Amanda Haygood, Gulfport: “We’re old school! We always have our black-eyed peas, greens, usually collards for money and little slices of carrots for copper pennies. Also, my father-in-law makes the world’s best whisky sour.”

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Cadence Rowell, Pinellas Park: “We drink sparkling juice and have a party at a family member's house.”

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Jamie Rowell, Pinellas Park: “We cook cabbage. We put money in the cabbage before we cook it, then when you’re ready to eat, take the coins and keep it all year. Then you’ll have money all year long.”

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12 Gabber December 26, 2019 - January 1, 2020

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This Week's Solutions Veteran’s Services and Support Come learn about the many ways Empath Health supports Veterans through their “Empath Honors” Program including Honor Flight, the Veteran’s History Project and Veterans Serving Veterans. Come to the Gulfport Senior Center, 5501 27th Ave. S. on Wednesday, January 8 at 2 p.m. and get the scoop on local resources available through Empath Health and learn some tips and recommendations to help guide you along the way. For more information, call the Event Line at 727-893-5657.

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Let’s Get Crafty at the Senior Center Come to the Gulfport Senior Center, 5501 27th Ave. S., on Tuesday, January 7 at 2 p.m. Let your creativity shine and take home your very own handmade creation. Enjoy a fun DIY project every month. This month they are making bird houses. Space is limited so please pre-register. Must be a registered Gulfport Senior Center member. For more information and to pre-register please call the Event Line at 727-893-5657.

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Elves in TrainingBy Laura Mulrooney

The Saturday afternoon before Christmas, on December 21, budding junior elves gathered at the Gulfport History

Museum to try their hand at crafting special gifts and decorations. For the first year, the Gulfport Historical Society (GHS) hosted two days of family friendly activities at the museum. The festivities started Friday evening with a trolley caroling event and cookie exchange. It ended the next evening with crafty events for the whole family. “We want to raise awareness about the historical society and the museum,” said Gulfport Historical Society board member Amanda Haygood. “We want to bring more young folks in.”

The Saturday afternoon before Christmas, on

December 21, budding junior elves Mikayo Calvin

and Michael Calvin created a family of pine cone

Christmas tree ornaments. Even though there was an “adult” area, most parents, including Syanika Jenkins and Michael Calvin, could

be found at the craft tables with their children.

Platon Zubov, 7, diligently crafted a wreath from construction paper at the Gulfport History Museum last Saturday, December 21. He stayed very focused, not even looking up for a photo opportunity. “I’m making it for my home, to put on the front door,” said Zubov. “I want the people to look at my beautiful design.”


Blanket Fort, from front page

children’s librarian and event organizer. “I like to put on a classic Christmas movie that parents probably enjoyed when they were little so it brings a bit of nostalgia.” Right now, the event is only once a year. However, Klasson would like to host an event for spring break as well. “It’s a really simple program but it’s one I look forward to every year.”

Ayla, 11, mom Melissa, and Ian, 12, enjoyed cuddles and nostalgic Christmas

movies in their cozy blanket fort. “My favorite part is seeing parents and kids

snuggling in their blanket forts,” said Cailey Klasson, children’s librarian

and event organizer. “I like to put on a classic Christmas movie that parents

probably enjoyed when they were little so it brings a bit of nostalgia.”


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Trolley Carolers Sing Christmas Favorites Around TownBy Debbie Wolfe

Equipped with songbooks, percussion instruments, holiday outfits and good cheer, several dozen Gulfport trolley riders joined in a rolling a cappella chorus to sing Christmas songs throughout the city on Saturday, December 21 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Cooler temperatures and light rain did not dampen their spirits, said Lisa Kauffman, organizer. The “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” song started off the evening at the Casino. “All voices are welcomed,” said Kauffman.

Lisa Kauffman, standing, is the organizer of the annual

Gulfport Trolley caroling ride.

Pictured from left are Ricky Strobel of Illinois, Lori Hebert of St. Petersburg and Cindy Strobel of Gulfport. “It’s my first time on the caroling trolley and it’s amazing,” said Hebert.

At right, Jonah Smith of Shelby, Ohio was in Gulfport visiting family when his mom decided it would be a good idea to

be a part of the annual caroling experience on the trolley. It was their first time as participants. “We’re so excited to

try this tonight,” said Michelle Smith, Jonah’s mom.


Places of Worship


ARIES (March 21-April 19). Determined to grow, you will lead yourself well. Just as the best teachers try to pull everything out of their students, your higher mind is rooting for your fullest potential. Unconventional methods will figure in. Move through fear. It is normal to be agitated and defensive in the face of change. Push through. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). In art, there is no failing. If you make what doesn't turn out in your preferred way, if you make what doesn't sell, if you make what's not quite appropriate for the audience, if you make a mess, it's not a fail, it's still a "make." Life is art, and it follows the same rules. Take the lessons and create what's next. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). If fear of change prevents you from upgrading your thought processes to claim the new you, consider overlapping the new and old. Think of it like using a new computer or phone. You don't have to toss out the old immediately. Just start using the new one, and eventually it will become the hub of your daily life. CANCER (June 22-July 22). You don't wake up every morning feeling in love with life, and yet there are aspects you can focus on to get the good emotions running through you. It all starts with finding that pool

of thoughts you can bathe your soul in. With a daily dunk, you'll soon fix something that's been getting in the way of your peace and comfort. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You'll get excited about who you could become, and you'll be drawn to read and train and do anything you can think of to make your transformation happen. Just remember that emergence is a natural phenomenon and many aspects of it can't be rushed. Relax and believe as you move toward your destiny. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Early humans crouched around a campfire to listen to a storyteller. Modern humans do the same thing around the dinner table, television, podcast, theater, watercooler, bar, etc. This week, add your phone to the list. Everyone wants to hear about your life and times, and you'll get the chance to perfect your take. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). For moments, your mind feels as wide as the sky and indeed it is, when channeling a perspective above the troubles, barriers and structures erected to keep daily life in manageable scope. With practice, you can have the best of both worlds. Learn the routes between states of mind. The more you travel them, the easier it gets. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). The

reasons to be happy do not exist until you point to them. They are like words that emerge from the keyboard only after you tap to assemble each letter. You become happy when you pull together the evidence to stack up a picture of happiness and live in that scene. This week, you'll make a point to do this. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Once again it becomes rather obvious that you're interested in different things than many of the people around you are. Thus, you're in the perfect position to take advantage of the very best feature of the internet -- the ability to connect with like minds and find your tribe. Be adventurous, explorer! CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). It's a week when words carry more weight and seem to have disproportionate consequences. Choose carefully. The wrong ones can distance you from the very thing you want to be close to or worse -- betray, disappoint and put you on the outside. The right words can bring you into someone's heart. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). From the outside, it looks like very confident people have deeper wells of courage, but this may not be the case. Often they are shaking on the inside, but their commitment disallows them from backing down. Confidence is built through commitment. The payout for showing up will be considerable this week. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You'll do an upgrade on your thinking this week. Hear your thoughts and weed out the rotten ones. Blow them off with a new phrase. For instance, whenever you're having an unhelpful thought, add "and that was my old way of thinking" to the end. Next, follow through with good action.


Revved Up for the Holidays By Laura Mulrooney

O’Maddy’s Bar and Grille inaugural car show and toy drive revved up Wednesday evening, December 18, on Shore Boulevard from 5 to 9 p.m. Car collectors, enthusiasts and those who just want to help others were encouraged to bring an unwrapped toy or monetary donation to benefit Gulfport Police Department’s Operation Santa. Those who donated were entered into a raffle for O’Maddy’s bucks. Maddy Guenther, owner of O’Maddy’s Bar and Grille, says her intention for these car shows is to raise money for different charities throughout the year. The next show is planned to fuel love for others Wednesday, February 12, 2020, with the charity to be determined.

Teacher and car enthusiast Mitchell Carney, brought his

bright red 1954 Ford F350 to O’Maddy’s Bar and Grille

inaugural car show and toy drive Wednesday, December 18. He filled the air with holiday cheer

with his band of jingle bells. “I’m a lifetime Gulfport resident, I’ve

grown up around the city. My dad was a volunteer firefighter

for 25 years for the city; they always did toys for the needy at Christmas time. It’s just a great thing to do to help people out.”

Eddie Macdonald’s 1966 Chevy Impala Super Sport acted as Santa’s sleigh as residents loaded it up with toy’s for Gulfport Police Department’s Operation Santa, Wednesday evening, December 18 on Shore Boulevard during O’Maddy’s Bar and Grille inaugural car show and toy drive. Councilmember Christine Brown and her husband, sixth-generation Gulfportian Lou Worthington, brought their “new to them” 1946 CJ 2A, Willy’s Jeep.


Suncoast Quilting Circle Show Presenting its 19th quilt show at the Coliseum in St. Petersburg on Friday and Saturday, March 20 and 21, the Suncoast Quilting Circle will be hanging over 150 quilts, including two feature exhibits showcasing St. Petersburg. The craft of quilting has exploded into an art form including traditional quilts, modern quilts and art quilts, all of which are worthy of any gallery hanging. There are lots of reasons to

the special St. Petersburg-inspired exhibits and the general exhibit of quilts, but also a silent auction; presentations to veterans via the national Quilts of Valor program; educational presentations; over 36 vendor spaces; a baby sales boutique, and a special display by the Tampa Bay Surface Design Guild. And don’t forget to purchase your raffle ticket for the Charity Quilt, to be presented to the winning ticket holder on Saturday at the close of the show. (Sales in part to benefit The St. Petersburg Free Clinic). Further, if you’re so inclined, bring that family heirloom quilt to get it appraised by a certified quilt appraiser (for a fee). Mark your calendar now for this exciting March event! Hours are from 10 a.m. till 6 p.m. on Friday, March 20, and 10 a.m. till 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 21. The Coliseum is at 535 4th Ave. N.

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Local Beta Sigma Phi Activities Sunshine City Council's Ways and Means committee is hosting a Rags to Riches Bunco Game Night on Saturday, January 25 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.. at the Magnolia Club House, Five Towns. Pre-sale tickets are $10 and $12 at the door. Refreshments will be served and there will be chances on many exciting items. For tickets and more information please contact Sharon Ingram at 727-321-2849. The Service Committee will be visiting the Dolphin's View Health and Rehab on Friday, January 10 at 2 p.m. Joyce Powell and her committee will be distributing sugar-free cookies to the residents. Gamma Omega Master's first regular meeting for the new year will be held at 7 p.m. at the home of Janet Taylor. Sharon Ingram will present the program. Congratulations to Paula Roberts, Gamma Omega Master's 2019-2020 Chapter Sweetheart. Paula was crowned at the December 11 chapter meeting at the home of Joyce Keller. Beta Sigma Phi is an international women's organization. It is a social and cultural group of women in eight chapters in St. Petersburg. For more information, please contact Joyce Powell at 727-641-1245.

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come enjoy the eye candy, not the least of which are the two special exhibits, one in art form, and one in modern interpretation, with St. Petersburg serving as the inspiration. The special exhibits will be judged by John Collins, the executive director of the St. Petersburg Arts Alliance. Other quilts in the general exhibit will be judged (if desired by the maker) by Beverly Fine, a certified judge with the National Association of Certified Quilt Judges (NACQJ). This year’s show includes not only

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