5 Things to Know in Gulfport: Sock Hop, Flag Day, 4th of July Parade

Sock Hop: Dance the Jitterbug, Swing and more on Friday, June 8 from 8 - midnight at the Gulfport Casino Ballroom. Swing Time presents a Sock Hop with THE IMPACS. Everyone is encouraged to wear 1950's attire! Admission is $12 per person at the door. All ages are welcome. Learn more at www.SwingTime.info or call (813) 840-3715. Also, no partner is needed! Show up, ready to dance!

Flag Day: Mark your calendars for the City of Gulfport Flag Day on Thursday, June 14 at Veteran's Park at 10 a.m.

4th of July Parade: Sign up now for the 4th of July Parade in Gulfport! Fill out the attached form and scan and email it to gbiron@mygulfport.us or pick up a form and drop it off at Gulfport City Hall. For questions contact Gail Biron at (727) 893-1118.

Award Nominations: Nominate a young person for the Gulfport Teen Council Outstanding Youth Award by filing out the nomination form attached to this story and turning it into the Gulfport Recreation Center. For more information check out the story, "Gulfport Teen Council Looking for Outstanding Youth."

Friday Forecast: We have another day of 70% chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm. When it clears a little, it'll be mostly cloudy with a high near 85. Tonight a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Otherwise, mostly cloudy with a low around 77.