5 Things Patch is Covering This Week

Want a sneak peek of what we're up to this week on Gulfport Patch?

Here's a few things you'll be able to check out:

1. Make sure to start your day with our regular post "5 Things to Know Today" every weekday and "5 Things to Know This Weekend" every Saturday.

2. Log on every Tuesday for our Green Living topic of the week. This week, environmentalist Jamie McWade explains what you need to go backpacking in Florida. Check our McWade's previous columns about creating your own , the benefits of and using organic shampoo.

3. Do you have kids? Want to laugh out loud and possibly think twice about the trials and errors you've made as a parent? Check out our two opinion columns:  and . These ladies tackle everything from  to . Both columns publish every Wednesday.  

4. Every Thursday, jot down one of Chef Anne Money Buck's latest recipes! Everything from the Florida State Pie, to holiday favorites . . . Cooking with Chef Anne features easy and fun dinner ideas for the entire family. Do you like friend clam? Check out Chef Anne's latest column!

5. Stay tuned on Friday for the latest from the Gulfport City Council Workshop on Thursday July 28. The workshop is open to the public and begins at 3:30 p.m. at Gulfport City Hall.