Goddard School to host trunk-or-treat
The Goddard School of Ponte Vedra Beach is celebrating Halloween by hosting a trunk-or-treat festival for current and future families seeking high-quality early childhood education for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years old. There will be face painting, festive games, airbrush tattoos, pony rides, a DJ, a photo booth and more.
The event will be held 3-5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24, at the school, 45 Executive Way, Ponte Vedra Beach.
Beach cleanup is Saturday
The Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTM) will conduct a beach cleanup from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 26. Meet at the GTM Research Reserve Visitor Center, 505 Guana River Road, Ponte Vedra Beach, where gloves and trash bags will be provided. Participants will be directed to a specific beach for cleanup. Hat, insect repellent, water and sunscreen are recommended.
Email Candace.Killian@FloridaDEP.gov to participate.
Bank of America helps those affected by hurricanes
Bank of America has committed $2 million to the American Red Cross and other organizations on the ground to support those impacted by Hurricane Milton.
The first $1.5 million will be deployed now to the American Red Cross as they focus on providing immediate relief in Florida, including shelter, food, supplies and mental health services to those who need assistance. The remaining $500,000 will be allocated as needs are identified with partners supporting relief efforts in Florida. Leaders in the bank’s Florida markets will also partner with local organizations long-term as they help devastated communities navigate the path to recovery.
This $2 million is in addition to $1 million the bank committed in funding to support those impacted by Hurricane Helene, as it works closely with local organizations in those communities as well.
The bank is also offering financial assistance to clients across the state of Florida who may have been impacted. Bank of America teams have also deployed mobile financial centers and ATMs in hardest-hit areas.
Webinar set for Florida Communities Trust Grant Applications
The Florida Communities Trust will host a Parks and Open Space Grant Application Webinar at 10 a.m. Oct. 29 in advance of the 2024-25 grant application cycle. It will inform potential applicants on the application process and provide them an opportunity to ask questions.
The Florida Communities Trust has received $15 million in appropriations to fund grants during this application cycle. Applications will be accepted from Nov. 1 to 5 p.m. Jan. 15.
Attendees should register prior to the meeting. Register at: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6793468272669546332.
Once registered, you will receive a confirmation message with instructions for joining.
For further information, go to https://floridadep.gov/lands/land-and-recreation-grants/content/parks-and-open-space-florida-forever-grant-program
Palm Valley Market every Tuesday
The Palm Valley Market is held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Tuesday inside the Palm Valley Community Center, 148 Canal Road. The market offers fresh produce, baked goods, local honey, tea, seasonal treats, soap, jewelry, plants and more.
— Compiled by Shaun Ryan
