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GET OUT: Weekend Events Preview August 11 - 14

Gulfport Patch has some ideas in order to enjoy a well-deserved weekend.

It’s Thursday, and the weekend’s just around the corner. If you’re still stumped on what to do, we’ve got some great ideas for both you or perhaps your family.

"Anime Afternoons" at the Gulfport Public Library

What: The library presents its free summer reading program for teens every Friday until Aug. 12. Open to ages 13 and up.

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When: Friday, August 12

Time: 2 - 4 p.m.

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Where: Gulfport Public Library, 5501 28th Ave S.

Why Go: This is the last "Anime Afternoon".

What: Join the Gulfport Neighbors and friends at their second litter cleanup event.

When: Saturday, August 13

Time: 8 a.m.

Where: Meet at the Gulfport Neighborhood Center, 1617 49th St. S.

Why Go: Grab some gloves and sunscreen and help clean up the 49th St. area. Organizers plan on cleaning up the area between the Pinellas Trail crossing and the 22nd Ave S. intersection.

Price: Free

2011 Geckofest Pub Crawl

What: This fund-raiser for Geckofest encompasses nine pubs, including Gulfport on the Rocks, O'Maddy's, The Village Pub, Peninsula Inn, Ecco, Pia's Trattoria, La Cote Basque, and more.

When: Saturday, August 13

Time: 3 - 9 p.m.

Where: Gulfport On The Rocks, 5413 Shore Blvd S.

Why Go: It's fun and it's a fundraiser.

Price: $25

Milonga La Playa: An Evening of Dinner Buffet and Dancing

What: Experience an evening of Argentine Tango - dinner, performance and social dancing at the Gulfport Casino Ballroom. 

When: Saturday, August 13

Time: 8 p.m. - 12 a.m.

Where: Gulfport Casino Ballroom, 5500 Shore Blvd S.

Why Go: The event is for all ages. Come dance the night away.

Price: $12, $10 for students with ID

Mad Hatters Brunch

What: T and Me Tea Company invites you to wear your best Mad Hat to the Mad Hatters brunch from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

When: Sunday, August 14

Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Where: T and Me Tea Company LLC, 2908 1/2 Beach Blvd. S.

Why Go: Dress up and bring your family and friends. Starting this Sunday, mimosas will be served.

Price: $18 per person/ $10 for kids 10 and under

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