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March 4, 2011 |
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Videos worth watching
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| "St. Patrick's Day Festival and Parade" |
"Preparing Recyclables" |
St. Patrick's Day Festival and Parade
St. Patrick's Day in Port St. Lucie is chock-full of events for an entire weekend. The celebration begins at City Fest on Friday, March 11 at 5 p.m. and continues into the evening on Sunday, March 13.
Watch "St. Patrick's Day Festival and Parade"
Preparing Recyclables
Recycling begins at home for all of us, and knowing how to prepare your recyclables for the bins is an important step that helps simplify the process.
Watch "PSL's 50th Anniversary Celebration"
Calling artisans and crafters to be a wee part of city's St. Patty's Day Festival
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The Friendly Sons and Daughters of Ireland and the City of Port St. Lucie announce there is still time for arts and crafts vendors to participate in the very popular St. Patrick's Day Festival and Parade. The fun will take place Friday, March 11 through Sunday, March 13 at the Port St. Lucie Civic Center.
Join Councilman Jack Kelly for coffee and news in a new location
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The St. Lucie County Chamber of Commerce's "Coffee with the Mayor" will be held on Friday, March 11 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. in a new location for the month of March: Tiffany Hall and Rehab Center, 1800 S.E. Hilmoor Drive in Port St. Lucie. Due to a prior commitment of Mayor JoAnn Faiella's, Councilman Jack Kelly will be the speaker at this event.
St. Patrick's Day Racquetball Tournament coming to Sandhill Crane Park
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Sandhill Crane Park in Port St. Lucie will provide one more way to celebrate the luck of the Irish, at the city's outdoor St. Patrick's Day Racquetball Tournament, to be held Saturday, March 19 and Sunday, March 20 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Vendor booths expected to go fast for 2011 Hurricane Expo
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Last year's Hurricane Preparedness Expo was filled to capacity with vendors. The time to register for this year is now, so you don't miss out on the opportunity to participate in the 2011 event on Saturday, June 4 at the Port St. Lucie Civic Center. Last year, vendors were exposed to more than 2,000 visitors who attended the Expo.
Get a preview of 50th Anniversary events on this month's "Highlights"
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Other segments included in this month's show feature coverage of the recent Daddy-Daughter Valentine Dance, family yoga classes, and much more. The episode airs on PSL-TV20 throughout the month of March and is also available online on the city's archived shows and meeting page.
Big Band Dance swings into action again on March 9 at the Civic Center
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The Ambassadors of Swing are back again with their popular Dancing with the Big Band event at the Port St. Lucie Civic Center on Wednesday, March 9 at 7 p.m.
Orchid Treasures to bloom in PSL Community Center
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The Port St. Lucie Orchid Society proudly announces its 2011 three-day showcase of blooms, entitled "Orchid Treasures" on Friday, March 11 through Sunday, March 13, beginning at 10 a.m. each day, at the Port St. Lucie Community Center, 2195 S.E. Airoso Blvd. Admission to the show is $4 per person.
City gearing up to celebrate its 50th Anniversary in last week of April
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Calendar of events
Check out the calendar of events scheduled to honor the city's 50th anniversary on April 27, 2011. The week-long celebration is fitting of this important milestone in the city's history.
Get details
Pre-order your copy of "Port St. Lucie at 50: A City for All People"
In honor of this significant milestone, a wonderful book detailing the city's history, entitled "Port St. Lucie at 50: A City for All People," will be available in early April to those who pre-purchase a copy.
Get details
Help make 50th anniversary exhibit a success
Residents are encouraged to temporarily donate for display any artifacts, memorabilia or artwork that helps tell the story of the city's wonderful half-century history. The exhibit will be on display from Wednesday, April 27 through Wednesday, May 11.
Get details
Multi-cultural street party and parade
The week will literally end with a bang with fireworks on Saturday, April 30 when, from noon to 10 p.m., the Multi-Cultural Street Festival and Parade takes place at the Civic Center.
Get details
Saints Golf Tournament
To honor this wonderful occasion, the Saints at Port St. Lucie Golf Course is hosting a four-person scramble golf tournament on Saturday, April 30.
Get details
Calling all artists to the PSL Botanical Gardens' "Spring Explosion"
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The Friends of the Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens are inviting all artists, in any media and form, to register now for the "Spring Explosion of the Arts" to be held Sunday, March 20; Sunday, April 17; and Sunday, May 22 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Entry fee is $10 per show or $25 for all three shows.
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In Brief
Get a jump on March activities and events at the Civic Center
The list of next month's upcoming classes, events and recreational activities is now available online on the city's Web site. Get details
Funding cycle extended for purchase of city-owned NSP homes
The city's Neighborhood Stabilization Program is offering financial assistance to those who qualify for the purchase of city-owned, refurbished homes located in targeted areas of the city. The application cycle will end on March 18 for moderate/middle income households but will continue to be open for low income households until further notice. Get details
Police volunteer program valued at more than $430,000 in 2010
The Port St. Lucie Police Department's Volunteer Program Annual Report for 2010 was recently released, showing that 312 volunteers provided a total of 20,706 volunteer hours last year. These hours have been valued at $431,710. Get details
City's serious crime rate decreases in 2010
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement's 2010 Crime Trends in Florida report has been released, and the City of Port St. Lucie has shown an overall 9.4 percent reduction in serious crimes compared to 2009 statistics. Get details
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UPCOMING EVENTS |
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| March 9–Botanical Gardens Jazz | March 11–Coffee with the Mayor |
| March 9–Big Band Dance | March 11 thru 13–St. Patrick's Day |
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