Each month, the City of St. Petersburg in Florida releases the St. Pete Extra newsletter, packed with updates on local programs, upcoming events, and insider tips to make life in the Sunshine City even brighter. We’re highlighting some of this month’s key features with their permission. Be sure to check the website for the full list and subscribe to receive it directly in your inbox.
Get ready to grow at The Green Thumb Fest
Celebrate Arbor Day weekend, April 26-27, at Walter Fuller Park with the ultimate gardening event! From hands-on workshops and a stunning flower show to free mulch and over 120 vendors, it’s a plant lover’s paradise.
Details at www.stpeteparksrec.org/GreenThumb
Step up and shine
Applications for the Cohort of Champions Fall Academy are now open. Jump into exciting opportunities like entrepreneurship, job skills, and other educational activities for underserved teens in St. Pete, ages 12-15.
For more information and to apply, visit www.stpete.org/Cohort
Get your hands dirty for good
Ready to turn food scraps into gardening gold? Join us at one of the City’s free Composting Workshops and discover the basics of composting right in your own backyard. Classes are scheduled through 2026 – reserve your spot before they’re full! Plus, you’ll leave with your very own compost bin to kickstart your sustainability journey.
Learn more at www.stpete.org/Composting
Don’t trash it, recycle it
Want to be a recycling superstar? It’s all about knowing the rules! Always make sure to recycle the correct items and avoid non-recyclables like plastic bags, paper towels, and styrofoam. A little knowledge makes a big difference, so let’s learn together and keep those bins clean!
Learn more about proper recycling at www.stpete.org/Recycling
Mark your calendar: budget open house
Number crunchers – this one’s for you! Mark your calendar for April 14 at 6 p.m. for the Budget Open House. Join us to learn about the City’s budget for Fiscal Year 2026 and share your thoughts and priorities with the Mayor and City officials.
Details at www.stpete.org/Budget
Time to level up
Ready to take your organization to the next level? The Level Up Grant is being offered for non-profit arts organizations that contribute to the vibrant arts and culture landscape of St. Pete!
Find out more at www.stpete.org/LevelUpGrant
Embrace what makes us different
Get ready to feast your eyes, St. Pete! The world-famous outside art exhibit is rolling back into town, and it will be held at Poynter Park for the whole month of March!
For more information, visit www.embracingourdifferences.org
Make a splash
Dive into an exciting job as a Lifeguard or a Water Safety Instructor at a City pool. Training classes to prepare for these positions are taking place over the next couple of months, so get in where you fit in.
Find the requirements, training schedule, and more at www.stpeteparksrec.org
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