Join us for Food Truck Friday at the Pinellas County Urban League, held every first Friday from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at 333 31st St. N. in St. Petersburg. Enjoy an evening of food, drinks, and community while connecting with neighbors, learning more about PCUL, and accessing helpful resources. Food Truck Friday also features engaging activities, mixers, and opportunities to get involved

What’s on the November 3, 2026 Ballot

Know what will be on your ballot before Election Day.

The Pinellas County Urban League is proud to co-sponsor this free, nonpartisan community speaker event designed to help voters better understand the November 2026 ballot. Heidi Davis, co-chair of the League of Women Voters of the St. Petersburg Area’s Voter Services Committee, will review the federal, state and local races, ballot measures, and what a Yes or No vote means for each measure.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early to visit information tables hosted by the event’s co-sponsoring organizations.

Thursday, October 1
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Sunshine Senior Center Auditorium
330 Fifth St. N.
St. Petersburg, FL

The event is free, and parking is available. Pre-registration is required due to limited auditorium seating.

Register at bit.ly/4pfZJJs

The program will also be recorded and shared through the League of Women Voters of the St. Petersburg Area’s YouTube channel and participating organizations.

Celebrating National Older Workers Employment Week

Some of the strongest talent in our communities has spent decades learning how to lead, adapt, solve problems and get the job done.

From Sept. 21 through 25, 2026, the Pinellas County Urban League will celebrate National Older Workers Employment Week with #PowerOf55, a weeklong campaign highlighting the experience, capability and workforce potential of adults 55 and older.

We are coming with training, career preparation, digital skill-building, real participant stories and partnerships that create pathways back into the workforce.

The week begins with a two-day Enrollment Bootcamp designed to welcome new Urban Seniors Jobs Program participants and help them identify their professional strengths, transferable skills and readiness for today’s digital workplace. On Wednesday, Social Media Day will spotlight participant experiences, USJP successes and the host agencies helping turn training into meaningful opportunities.

On Thursday, the Jobs Club Career and Resource Fair will bring career support and community resources to two locations from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Activities for the day include:

• Job Fair - meet with employers who are currently hiring

• Speed dating Mock Interviews

• Resume building

• Digital training (for currently enrolled participants only)

• Financial education

• Medical examinations and health clinics

• Food pantry

• Free haircuts, hairstyles, make-up, chair massages

• Pop-up clothes boutique

• Community resources for housing, elder services, transportation and more

• Breakfast and lunch will be provided

• Raffle giveaways

CareerSource Central Florida
9909 U.S. Highway 441
Leesburg, FL 34788

Senior Health Clinic, formerly Cares Clinic
6640 Van Buren St.
New Port Richey, FL 34653

The week will close on Friday with an online recap recognizing the participants, host agencies, partners and sponsors who helped bring National Older Workers Employment Week to life.

Throughout the week, community members can expect participant success stories, behind-the-scenes videos, workplace readiness insights, host agency features and information about the resources available through USJP.

The Urban Seniors Jobs Program provides subsidized, service-based training, supportive services and skills development to help eligible adults successfully re-enter the workforce. Participants must be 55 or older, low-income and currently unemployed. The program serves residents of Pasco, Hernando, Lake, Seminole, Sumter and Marion counties.

For more information, call 727-327-2081, Ext. 416 or email usjp-eligibility@pcul.org.

Experience is ready. Opportunity should be too.

#PowerOf55

Week event lineup:

MONDAY | SEPTEMBER 21

Enrollment Bootcamp

9 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Virtual

New USJP participants are invited to complete orientation and onboarding into the program.

TUESDAY | SEPTEMBER 22

Enrollment Bootcamp Day 2

9 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Virtual

New participants will continue the USJP orientation and onboarding process.

WEDNESDAY | SEPTEMBER 23

Multi-County Recruitment Drive

10 a.m. to noon

Adults ages 55 and older can learn about USJP benefits, eligibility requirements, training opportunities, pre-screening and potential same-day enrollment.

Participating locations include

• Pasco County in New Port Richey

• CareerSource Hernando, live host site

• CareerSource Lake/Sumter in Leesburg

• CareerSource Marion in Ocala

• CareerSource Seminole in Sanford

All locations will participate in a live Zoom simulcast.

THURSDAY | SEPTEMBER 24

Job Club Career and Resource Fair

10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Connect with employers, community resources and support services while preparing for your next employment opportunity.

Activities include

• Professional makeover sessions

• Dress for Success Mini Boutique

• Resume-building tutorials

• Financial literacy resources

• Mock interviews

• Massage chair

• Keynote speakers and community leaders

• Job fair with local employers

• Food pantry

• Raffles and prizes

• Breakfast and lunch

Locations

West Pasco Senior Health Clinic

6640 Van Buren St., New Port Richey

CareerSource Central Florida

9909 U.S. Highway 441, Leesburg

Enrollment Bootcamp continues with a second day of virtual orientation and onboarding for new Urban Seniors Job Program participants.

This session will build on the information introduced during Day One while helping participants develop a clearer understanding of how they will engage with USJP. Participants will continue identifying transferable skills, strengthening their digital readiness and connecting their employment goals with the training and supportive services available through the program.

The USJP team will also provide additional guidance on program expectations, and the next steps participants will take as they prepare for service-based training and future employment opportunities.

Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Virtual
For new USJP participants 55+

Registration Link https://form.jotform.com/PCUL/urban-seniors-jobs-program-drive

Your experience already holds value. Enrollment Bootcamp will help you understand how USJP can build on it.

New Urban Seniors Job Program participants are invited to attend a virtual Enrollment Bootcamp on Monday, Sept. 21, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The session will provide a full orientation and introduction to the program, including how USJP works and what participants can expect as they begin.

The USJP team will review program requirements, service-based training opportunities, supportive services and career preparation resources. Participants will also begin identifying their transferable skills and developing goals that can guide their return to the workforce.

Enrollment Bootcamp creates a clear starting point for adults 55 and older who are ready to strengthen their skills, access support and prepare for new employment opportunities.

Monday, Sept. 21, 2026
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Virtual
For new USJP participants 55+

Registration Link https://form.jotform.com/PCUL/urban-seniors-jobs-program-drive

Calling All Business Owners, Professionals and Entrepreneurs

This is the room you want to be in.

The Urban League is proud to sponsor The CEO Experience, where like-minded business owners, professionals and future entrepreneurs come together to connect, collaborate and learn from one another.

Created by Andrew Ware, CEO of World Class Consulting, this experience is designed to help attendees strengthen their brands, scale their businesses and create new opportunities through meaningful relationships.

If you are looking to build your network and position yourself for growth, we encourage you to grab your ticket and join us.

The event will take place Friday, September 18, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at USF’s Research Park Innovation Building, located at 3814 Spectrum Blvd. in Tampa.

Tickets are $60. Invest in your growth, expand your network and get in the room.

Friday, September 18, 2026
6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
USF Research Park Innovation Building
3814 Spectrum Blvd., Tampa, FL

Tickets: https://www.worldclassconsulting-usa.com/event-details-registration/ceo-experience-7

Stop waiting for change. Help create it.

✅ If you’re not registered to vote, register today.

✅ If you’ve moved, changed your name, or had other life changes recently, update your voter registration

✅ Find voting info and resources at ReclaimYourVote.org

#ReclaimYourVote

Whether you vote early, by mail, or on Election Day, make sure you’re prepared to participate:

📌 Know your candidates

📌 Know the issues

📌 Know your voting options

📌 Know your voting plan

TODAY'S MISSION: register to vote.

This National Voter Registration Day, take the first step:

✅ Register if you haven’t already

✅ Check your registration

✅ Make sure your information is current

Then share this post with someone who needs the reminder: your vote has the power to shape the outcome of every election. #ReclaimYourVote.

The YIGBY & Faith-Based Housing Development Process Workshop will help faith communities move from mission-based interest to a practical understanding of how their property may be positioned for affordable housing development.

Participants will explore local housing needs, development models, site feasibility, partnership structures, financing and the steps needed to move from early interest to development readiness. The workshop will also provide guidance on team roles, predevelopment resources and the long-term stewardship of a housing project.

Congregations interested in continuing after the workshop will learn about the Nonprofit Capacity Building Institute, a phased training pathway designed to strengthen organizational readiness, refine project ideas and prepare participants for future development opportunities.

Thursday, September 10, 2026
10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg
2333 34th Street South, St. Petersburg

This workshop is free, but registration is required. Scan the QR code to reserve your place.

Join us for Food Truck Friday at the Pinellas County Urban League, held every first Friday from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at 333 31st St. N. in St. Petersburg. Enjoy an evening of food, drinks, and community while connecting with neighbors, learning more about PCUL, and accessing helpful resources. Food Truck Friday also features engaging activities, mixers, and opportunities to get involved. More details below:
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RECLAIM YOUR RIGHTS WORKSHOP
Pinellas County Urban League presents our annual expungement empowerment evening dedicated to clearing records and creating new opportunities - RECLAIM YOUR RIGHTS - RECLAIM YOUR POWER! 
3:00PM - 7:00 PM

What to Expect:
Career Fair
Expungement process guidance
Expungement Panel Presentation & Q&A with local attorneys

One-on-one eligibility consultations (*must qualify)
Financial empowerment resources and mental health services

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PARENT POP-IN UNIVERSITY: HUMAN TRAFFICKING - WHAT TO KNOW

Did you know that Florida ranks third in the nation for the total number of reported human trafficking cases and hotline calls? Approximately half of all reported trafficking victims in the state are minors under 18 years old.

Join us an learn more about forms of human trafficking, human trafficking statistics in Florida and how to report human trafficking.

Strong fathers help build stronger families.

Fathers and father figures are invited to attend the Empowered Parents Fatherhood Retreat, a free experience designed to help dads become more connected, confident and present in their children’s lives.

Participants will have an opportunity to bond with their children, strengthen their communication skills, learn practical parenting strategies and take home tools they can continue using after the retreat.

Saturday, August 29, 2026
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

West St. Petersburg Community Library
6700 8th Avenue North
St. Petersburg, FL 33710

The retreat is free to attend. Lunch, refreshments and giveaways will be provided.

To register, call or text 252-413-9962 or 727-215-2511. You may also email empoweredparentsinc@gmail.com or visit www.empowertheparents.org.

Join People Empowering & Restoring Communities for its 28th Annual Showcase of Services.

This free community event brings employers, training programs and service providers together in one place, offering opportunities for job seekers and individuals looking for support with education, housing, reentry, wellness and more.

Attendees can connect with organizations offering education and career training, legal support and reentry services, housing and stability resources, second chance-friendly jobs and programs, mental health and wellness support, resume assistance, interviews and hiring opportunities.

Come dressed to impress, bring your resume and be ready to make connections that could open the door to your next opportunity.

Wednesday, August 6
10:00 a.m.
The Coliseum
535 4th Ave. North
St. Petersburg, FL 33701

For more information, contact dmims@exoffender.org or mmadir@exoffender.org.

Saturday Shoppes is bringing families together for the Bounce Back to School 5th Annual Backpack Giveaway on Saturday, August 1, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Deuces Park in St. Petersburg.

This free community fun day will help students and families get ready for the new school year with backpacks, food, vendors, bounce houses, face painting, games, prizes, music and more. Families can enjoy an afternoon of connection, resources and back-to-school support in the heart of the community.

The event is free to attend, family-friendly and pet-friendly. Free parking will also be available.

Saturday, August 1
4 to 7 p.m.
Deuces Park
2184 9th Avenue S
St. Petersburg, FL 33712

Event features

Free food
Backpack giveaway
Vendors
Bounce houses
Face painting
Games and prizes
Music
Family-friendly activities
Free entry
Free parking

Vendors and sponsors can register at saturdayshoppes.com or contact Renee Edwards at (833) 480-SHOP.

The National Urban League Virtual Career Fair brings job seekers and hiring employers together for an afternoon of career exploration, professional development and meaningful connections. Whether you are looking for a job, considering a career change or ready to take the next step in your field, this free event can help connect you with new opportunities.

Participants will have access to hiring employers representing a range of industries and experience levels, along with resume critiques, career coaching, professional development seminars and networking opportunities.

The career fair can be joined online from home or at Pinellas County Urban League headquarters. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., PCUL staff and career navigators will provide free in-person assistance with registration, technology, resumes and navigating the virtual platform. Computers and internet access will be available for those who need them. Participants are also welcome to bring their own laptops or tablets.

Date: Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Virtual Career Fair: 12 to 5 p.m. EST
In-Person Assistance at PCUL: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: Pinellas County Urban League, 333 31st Street North, St. Petersburg, FL 33713

Registration is required. Reserve your spot at https://nulcareerfair.vfairs.com/en/virtual-career-fair

Faith communities have an opportunity to play a meaningful role in addressing local housing needs.

Congregational leaders and representatives are invited to attend the free YIGBY & Faith-Based Housing Informational Session to explore how faith-owned land may be used to expand housing options in St. Petersburg. Participants will learn about the city’s housing needs, the YIGBY initiative and the Faith Community Housing Assistance Program.

The session will offer a clear introduction to the legal and local housing landscape while helping congregations understand what responsible participation could look like. Conversations will focus on mission alignment, stewardship, partnership opportunities and the different roles a congregation may consider. Congregations do not need to have housing development experience or serve as the developer to begin exploring what may be possible.

Participants will also hear lessons from local faith and housing leaders, discuss questions and concerns with their peers and begin identifying the people and communities they may feel called to serve.

This session is designed to help congregations move from curiosity to informed discernment while connecting them with the guidance and resources needed to consider their next steps.

Registration is required. Scan the QR code on the flyer to reserve your place.

Sponsored by the City of St. Petersburg and facilitated by the Florida Housing Coalition.