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St. Pete Beach to Host Community Forum on Short-Term Rentals

13 hours ago

"There will be a community forum focusing on Short Term Rentals at the Community Center on May 23 from 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM."

St. Pete Beach Community Cleanup Planned for May 11

13 hours ago

"The City of St. Pete Beach and Keep Pinellas Beautiful are partnering to host a community cleanup! Join us on Saturday, May 11th from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM at Upham Beach Park to help keep our community beautiful. All supplies will be provided. We hope to see you there!"

Treasure Island to Host Sport Kite Competition in September 2024

16 hours ago

"Treasure Island Sport Kite Competition 2024 Date: September 21, 2024 - September 22, 2024 Location: Treasure Island, FL Details: Annual sport kite competition with various kite flying demonstrations."

Indian Shores Board of Adjustment Meeting Scheduled for September 12th

16 hours ago

"Board of Adjustment Tuesday, September 12, 2023 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Indian Shores Municipal Center More info: The Board of Adjustment meets to hear variance requests and interpretations to the Town's zoning regulations."

Great Explorations Children's Museum Announces Annual Fundraiser

16 hours ago

" The Great Extravaganza: Museum After DarkAugust 22nd✨ Save the Date! ✨We’re thrilled to unveil the next chapter of our most anticipated annual fundraiser—The Great Extravaganza: Museum After Dark—and we’d be honored to have you join us!📅 Friday, August 22nd📍 Great Explorations Children’s MuseumThis year’s gala takes on a bold new glow with an exclusive after-hours experience featuring live performances, immersive encounters, dazzling décor, delicious fare, and an incredible auction.🌟 It’s more than a gala—it’s a luminous night of wonder and impact. Every ticket and sponsorship helps light the way for thousands of children and families through creative, hands-on education.👉 Save the date, grab your tickets, or become a sponsor today—and help us illuminate the future of playful learning in our community!Learn more here! 🌟 August Monthly ReciprocalThe Florida Aquarium & Marie Selby Botanical Gardens🌟 August Monthly Reciprocals Are Here! 🌺🐠Get ready, Explorers — you don’t want to miss this month’s reciprocals! Your Great Ex membership gets you FREE admission to The Florida Aquarium 🐡 and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens 🌸 all August long!Splash, stroll, and soak up the fun! 💜Learn more about Great Ex memberships here! Jack’s Hatch DayAugust 1st🐢🎉 Shell-ebrate Jack’s Hatch Day with Us! 🎂Join us on Friday, August 1st at 1pm as we celebrate our favorite tortoise, Jack! 🐢💚 Jack is our adorable red-footed tortoise who’s equal parts charming and snack-obsessed. With bold orange markings and a serious love for strawberries 🍓, Jack may be small, but his personality is anything but!Come meet the birthday tortoise himself and join in the fun:🥬 Watch him crunch his favorite treats🐢 Cheer on his determined little steps💦 Catch him taking a little dip in his water bowlJack isn’t much of a swimmer, but he’s always on the move in search of his next snack! 😄Don’t miss the chance to wish Jack a happy hatch day and enjoy some tortoise-themed fun with us at 1pm! 🎈🎁Learn more here! Planetarium MondayAugust 4th🪐 Attention space explorers! 💫July Planetarium Monday is launching on August 4th!With fresh topics every month and multiple stellar shows scheduled throughout the day, there’s no limit to what we can explore.Come journey through the cosmos with us! 🚀🎟️ Included with admission.Learn more here! Great Connections: A Free Program for Families with Children on the Autism Spectrum or with Sensory Processing DifferencesAugust 10th❤️⭐️ Get Ready for August Great Connections! ⭐️❤️We’re so excited to invite you to this month’s Great Connections, happening Sunday, August 10th from 9 AM to 12 PM!This August, we’re thrilled to welcome Sparks Creative Stories as our featured community partner. They will lead us in a creative storytelling workshop ✨📖 with hands-on activities and fun crafts for all ages and abilities 🎨. It’s the perfect chance to explore your imagination and make something meaningful together. 🌟Need a moment to recharge? We’ve got you covered with a cool-down room, available for anyone needing to take a break. ☀️A heartfelt thank you to Guardian Trust, Community Foundation of Tampa Bay, and the Pinellas Community Foundation for their generous support in making this special gathering possible. 💛We can’t wait to connect with you! 💜Learn more about Great Connections here. ❤️ World Lizard DayAugust 14thIt’s time to party like a reptile! 🦎🎉 Join us for World Lizard Day as we shine the spotlight on our scaly superstars. ✨ From colorful geckos to curious skinks, this special day is all about the amazing lizards that call Great Explorations home. Meet our resident lizards up close, learn what makes them so unique, and enjoy lizard-themed crafts, games, and interactive activities throughout the museum. 🎨 Whether they’re climbing, basking, or just giving you that signature lizard stare 👀, these creatures are full of surprises! 🌞🐍Don’t miss this chance to go wild for reptiles. 🌟🦎Included with museum admission. 🎟️Learn more here! Paws & Play DayAugust 25thGet ready for tail wags and happy hearts! 🐾❤️ On Monday, August 25, we’re teaming up with Paws for Friendship for a very special Paws & Play Day at Great Explorations. 🐶🎉 From noon to 2pm, therapy dogs will be joining us in the Creativity Corner to spread joy, calm, and lots of cuddles. 🐕🫶Little ones can meet and pet these gentle pups while learning about kindness, compassion, and the important role therapy animals play in our communities. 💕🐾 It’s the paw-fect blend of play and purpose—don’t miss it! 🌟🐶🎟️ This event is included with museum admission.Find out more here! Terrific Tots is Back!September 4th🎉 Terrific Tots is Moving to Thursdays – Starting September 4th! 🎨Little ones under 3 are in for BIG fun every Thursday morning at Terrific Tots! 🧸💫 Starting September 4th, join us for 20–35 minutes of music 🎵, crafts ✂️, stories 📚, and playful activities made just for tiny explorers.Every week brings something new to discover—plus, our famous bubble party 🫧🎈 always ends the day with squeals and smiles!✅ Included with museum admission🕘 Members get early entry—15 minutes before opening!Come sing, splash, and sparkle with us at Great Explorations! 🌟✨Find out more here! Explorers’ CircleGiving ProgramJoin the Explorers’ Circle today by pledging an ongoing monthly donation to Great Explorations Children’s Museum!Donations like these help give students and families access to a world of creativity and knowledge. Learn more about our Explorers’ Circle here! More MorrisMorris has his own socials! Check out @morris_explores on Instagram and Tiktok. Follow for continual explorations and adventures with Morris! The post August Newsletter 2025 appeared first on Great Explorations."

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