Firefighters to host movie night PINELLAS PARK – City firefighters will host the showing of the movie, “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” on Saturday, Nov. 28. The event will be held at the England Brothers Band Shell, 5120 80th Ave., starting at 6 p.m.The free event will benefit the Pinellas Park Firefighters Benevolent Fund that provides assistance to fire victims throughout the year and to over 120 children during the holidays.
Battle of the Barns slated for Nov. 29 PINELLAS PARK – The Battle of the Barns event will be held on Sunday, Nov. 29, at Helen Howarth Park. The event will include normal classes and special categories such as drill competition, hunter's pace, a trailer decorating contest, a jumping competition and fun classes. Points will be collected throughout the day and qualified barns compete to win a traveling trophy. The event is free and open to the public. Contact Pinellashorse@hotmail.com.
Holiday in the Park set for Dec. 4-5 PINELLAS PARK – The 7th annual Holiday in the Park festivities will be held Dec. 4 and 5 at the England Brothers Band Shell. The event will be held from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 4 and from noon until 10 p.m. the next day. It will include children's games, hay rides, a candy cane factory, photographs with Santa, crafters, food, local elementary school talent, bands each night, and more. Admission is free. Call Bev Waggoner at 536-7928.
Church to present annual holiday show PINELLAS PARK – The Park Place Wesleyan Church, 4400 70th Ave., will hold its 28th annual Christmas show entitled “Gift of Love.” The show will be presented on Sunday, Dec. 13, 6 p.m.; on Sunday, Dec. 20, 4 p.m. and on Dec. 14, 16 and 21 at 7 p.m. Admission is free and a nursery will be available. Call 526-3674.
City employees, charity hold food drive PINELLAS PARK – The Pinellas Park Employee Wellness Program and The Walk for Hope Charity have launched a food drive for the city’s homeless shelters and food pantries. Nonperishable items may be dropped off at the Police Administration Building, 7700 59th St.; Pinellas Park Public Library, 7770 52nd St.; Forbes Recreation Center, 6401 94th Ave.; City Hall, 5141 78th Ave.; Broderick Recreation Center, 6101 66th Ave.; Fire Station 33, 5000 82nd Ave. or Fire Station 34, 6565 94th Ave. Call police Sgt. Tracey Schofield at 647-0175.
School needs printer cartridges, phones PINELLAS PARK – First Baptist Preschool at 5495 Park Blvd. is participating in the Funding Factory Recycling Program and needs empty laser and inkjet printer cartridges and used cell phones. Money earned will help finance preschool programs. Business and individual supporters can drop off or mail cartridges and cell phones to the preschool. Call 544-9465.
Riding club offers program for disabled PINELLAS PARK – The Saddle Up Riding Club is offering therapeutic riding lessons for disabled children and adults. Kellie Sipos, club founder, said the therapeutic equine-related program contributes to the development, physical and emotional well-being of disabled persons. She said horseback riding gently moves the rider’s body in a manner similar to a human gait that helps improve flexibility, balance and muscle strength. Call 520-3132.
Middle school needs volunteers PINELLAS PARK – Pinellas Park Middle School is looking for volunteers and donations for various school activities. Persons interested in working at the school in various areas should call Samantha Hadley at 776-9909 or e-mail hadleys@pcsb.org.
Help A Child needs volunteers PINELLAS PARK – Help A Child needs volunteers to mentor parents with unique challenges of raising children. Mentors provide information on discipline techniques, stress reduction, nutrition, budgeting and community resources. Call Kerri Pederson at 544-3900, ext. 168.
Socialize with the Single Seniors PINELLAS PARK – Join a group of seniors 60-plus and enjoy good times at the Pinellas Park Recreation Center, 7625 59th St. on the second Monday of each month at 1:30 p.m. No membership fees. Potluck lunch. Bring a dish to share plus $2. Make new friends, find your special friend. Enjoy speakers, outings, parties. Call 392-2438 or 736-4623.
