5 Things to Know Today: Thursday, Dec. 8

Toys for Tots: T and Me Tea Company is the Toys for Tots drop off location in Gulfport. Please drop of an unwrapped, new toy and receive a free tea or coffee! T and Me will collect toys until Sunday morning, Dec. 11.

Operation Santa: You can also help make sure children in Gulfport receive gifts this holiday season. The Gulfport Police Department is collecting unwrapped toys for their "Operation Santa" program. Stop by Gulfport City Hall Police Department at 2401 53^rd St. S. with your donation. If you have any question, please call either Francine Whitten at 727-893-1042 or Cynthia Hayes at 727-893-1049.

Get Social: Have you heard about the Thursday Socials at the Peninsula Inn? Join DJ Daniel and Bartender Mike for a weekly gathering of friends and neighbors. There will be music, drinks, food and good company. The party begins at 4 p.m.

Contact the Commissioner: Did you miss Pinellas County Commissioner Ken Welch's office hours Wednesday night? You can still contact Mr. Welch by calling (727) 464-3614 or emailing ktwelch@pinellascounty.org.

Thursday Forecast: It'll be mostly sunny, with a high near 63. North northeast wind between 10 and 14 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Tonight, it'll be partly cloudy, with a low around 58. Northeast wind between 9 and 13 mph.