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July 25, 2025
Curbside Pickup Service Returns to Main Library
 The city of Clearwater’s Main Library now offers a curbside pickup service, available Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at 100 N. Osceola Ave. in Clearwater. This service allows patrons to conveniently pick up library items and holds without leaving their vehicles. Requests can be made via text or phone at (727) 294-1058.
Library staff will retrieve the requested items, check them out to the patron’s account, and deliver them directly to their vehicle. Patrons should call or text the library upon arrival in the designated curbside area. A maximum of five items may be picked up, and a library card or photo ID is required.
Originally introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic, this curbside service successfully helped patrons maintain access to library materials. The library is resuming the service to help patrons during upcoming downtown construction and subsequent limited parking.
Start the School Year Right: Explore 80+ Languages with Clearwater Library
 It’s back-to-school season! What better time to learn a new language? The Clearwater Public Library System offers free access to Pronunciator, an online language-learning system. Learn more than 80 languages, such as Spanish, French, Japanese, Brazilian Portuguese, German, Mandarin Chinese, Greek, Italian, Russian, and more.
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Upcoming Events
Moffitt Cancer Center's Mole Patrol Offers Skin Cancer Screenings
July 26, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Pier 60 on Clearwater Beach
 The Mole Patrol team at Moffit Cancer Center will be offering a free skin, head, neck, and oral cancer screening open to the public from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. July 26, at Pier 60 on Clearwater Beach. The team consists of medical doctors and midlevel practitioners who specialize in skin cancer and dermatology, as well as registered nurses and support staff.
Participants will receive educational materials on skin cancer prevention and early detection, along with free sunscreen samples and related giveaways. No need to register. Pier 60 is located at 1 Causeway Blvd. in Clearwater.
Main Library Presents Keychain Library
The Clearwater Main Library is thrilled to welcome visitors from around the world. To celebrate our diverse community, we're launching a special initiative: a keychain exchange! Bring a keychain from your hometown and trade it for one of our Clearwater Library keychains, made in-house by library staff.
The key chain library was completed entirely from reclaimed materials from Hurricane Milton. Share a piece of your world and take home a unique souvenir from our library. The Main Library is located at 100 N. Osceola Ave.
Other Upcoming Events
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Free Morning Yoga, July 26, 8 a.m., Coachman Park
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Back-to-School Bash, July 26, 11 a.m., North Greenwood Recreation Center
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Active Assailant Exercise, July 30, times vary, Clearwater High and Plum Elementary Schools
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Ross Norton Backpack Giveaway, Aug. 1, 2:30 p.m., Ross Norton Recreation Center
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Friday Night Friendzy, Aug. 1, 6 p.m., Morningside Recreation Center
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Fall Casino Night, Aug. 1, 6 p.m., Morningside Recreation Center
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Moonlight Swim, Aug. 1, 8 to 11 p.m., Ross Norton Recreation Center
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Brad Paisley, Aug. 3, 6 p.m., The BayCare Sound
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Morningside Dive-In Movie, Aug. 8, 6 p.m., Morningside Recreation Center
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Moonlight Swim, Aug. 8, 8 p.m., North Greenwood Recreation Center
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The Market Marie, Aug. 9, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Coachman Park
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Upcoming Public Meetings
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Reimagine Clearwater Main Library Public Meeting, Aug. 1, 1:30 p.m.
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Downtown Development Board, Aug. 4, 1 p.m.
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City Council Work Session, Aug. 4, 1:30 p.m.
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Special Budget Work Session, Aug. 6, 10 a.m.
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Library Advisory Board, Aug. 7, 10:15 a.m.
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City Council, Aug. 7, 6 p.m.
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Save the Date: CRA Community Outreach Meeting, Aug. 26, 3 p.m.
Meetings are typically held in city council chambers at the Clearwater Main Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave., unless otherwise noted. Stream on the city's Facebook page or the city's YouTube channel or watch live on C-View TV Spectrum Channel 638, Frontier Channel 30 and WOW! Channel 15.
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 The Clearwater Public Library System’s Pet Supply Donation Drive wraps up July 31 — just a few days left to donate! Bring pet food, toys, leashes, or bedding to any Clearwater library branch. All items go to Suncoast Animal League to help animals in need.
Solid Waste Road-E-O Competiton
 The Clearwater Solid Waste and Recycling Department competed for gold at the Solid Waste Association of North America’s statewide Road-E-O competition May 2 to 3. The event was held in Lakeland, where solid waste drivers from across Florida competed. Congratulations go to:
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Tim Jones - First place, Side Loader and “Top Gun” (Best Overall Driver for the second year in a row)
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Josh Burdo - Third place (Rolloff)
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Donald Holcomb - Third place (Rear-end Loader)
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Harlan Hamilton - Third place (Front-end Loader)
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Domingo Vega - Fourth place (Tractor Trailer)
Each driver completed a rigorous written exam, safety inspection, and a precision-driving course. Tim Jones will go on to compete in the international competition this October. A big congratulations to our city team. You've made Clearwater proud.
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Volunteer Opportunities
 Want to volunteer around Clearwater? Check out these upcoming opportunities:
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 The BayCare Sound has partnered with the Homeless Empowerment Program, by collecting food for homeless individuals and families in Pinellas County. Donate two or more non-perishable items at Ruth Eckerd Hall for your chance to win a VIP Backstage Tour Experience with Brad Paisley Aug. 3 at The BayCare Sound.
Donations will be accepted now through July 31, at Ruth Eckerd Hall Administration Office Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m.to 5 p.m. and at the Raymond James Ticket Office at Ruth Eckerd Hall, from noon to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Upon donation, please scan the QR code on site to be entered to win the contest.
*Artist does not appear during the backstage tour.
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Reducing Your Indoor Heat
 The summer can get hot. Stay cool and conserve energy in your home by choosing smaller appliances, such as microwaves, air fryers, or toaster ovens in place of a traditional home oven. These alternatives use less electricity and produce less radiant heat.
Avoid using large appliances, such as dryers, dishwashers and ovens during the hottest parts of the day, which is typically between late morning and early evening. Minimizing these heat-producing activities can help keep your home more comfortable and could lower your cooling costs.
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Local Girl Scouts Donate Cookies to Solid Waste
 Clearwater Girl Scout Troop #1111 selected the city of Clearwater's Solid Waste & Recycling Department as their Hometown Hero for this year. The Hometown Hero program allows Girl Scout troops to choose a local organization as the recipient of their donated cookies.
The troop talked about how the city’s solid waste crews are often overlooked and wanted to make sure they received the recognition they deserved for all of their hard work, especially after having so much to clean up after the last hurricane season. The troop visited the Solid Waste & Recycling administration building earlier this summer to donate cookies to the department.
Thank you, Girl Scouts, for recognizing the hard work of our dedicated sanitation team!
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Clearwater Beach Earned A Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Award
 The city of Clearwater is excited to receive Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards 2025 for Clearwater Beach! Each year, Tripadvisor recognizes travelers' favorite businesses around the world, based on reviews and ratings collected over 12 months.
Clearwater Beach scored a spot in the top 10 percent of things to do around the world, thanks to its reviews and positive feedback from citizens and visitors from all around the globe.
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Keep Drains Clear of Yard Waste and Debris
 When it rains, yard waste such as grass clippings and leaves can run from sidewalks and driveways into the gutter and stormwater system. Additionally, delivered newspapers and newsletters also end up in the drains if they are not picked up and brought inside.
All of this debris causes clogged gutter systems and stormwater drainage. When this happens, draining systems do not work as designed and can cause backed up areas and localized flooding. Please keep yard waste picked up, and bring in all newspapers, and deliveries to help keep your stormwater systems clear and working.
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We're Hiring - Join Our Team!
 We are currently seeking a Wastewater Treatment Division Manager to lead operations across multiple wastewater treatment facilities. This key leadership role ensures our community’s wastewater systems run safely, efficiently, and are in full compliance with state and federal regulations. The manager will oversee daily operations, guide long-term planning, and implement process improvements that protect public health and the environment.
This position falls under the Public Utilities Department and plays a vital role in maintaining the city’s critical infrastructure. With a target entry salary between $99,204 and $104,164 depending on qualifications, this role offers a meaningful opportunity to serve the Clearwater community through innovative and sustainable utility management.
Other Recently Opened Positions
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Library & Recreation Center Information
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Moccasin Lake Falloween
Oct. 25, 3 to 8 p.m., 2750 Park Trail Lane
 Join us at Moccasin Lake Nature Park on Oct. 25, for a fun-filled day of fall festivities. Rumor has it that there will be a fluffy cow!
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