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Brunchies set to open this summer By Kevin Weiss
be available, too. With relatively sparse brunch options in Lutz, Kranich believes the area A new brunch restaurant is exis an ideal fit for opening the eatery’s pected to open this summer in second location. Lutz. “One thing is, we live out there,” Bill Kranich and Janet Folsom, the restaurateur said.“There’s just upowners of Brunchies of Tampa, at side potential with all the growth, and 14366 N. Dale Mabry Highway, are plus, there’s a definite need for a really opening a second location of the quality breakfast place up there.” popular eatery, at 24400 State Road According to Kranich, the 3,50054 in Lutz. square-foot restaurant will have about KEVIN WEISS/STAFF PHOTO Kranich hopes to open the 120 seats, smaller than the 190 seats The owners of Brunchies of Tampa are opening a second brunch spot by Aug. 1, adding the at the original Carrollwood-based lotiming depends on the completion location in Lutz. The restaurant will replace the former cation, which opened in 2004. of Pasco County’s building permit Stage Left Bar & Kitchen, at 24400 State Road 54 in Lutz, However, the Lutz location will have a shown here. process. pet-friendly patio, which expects to The restaurant will replace the seat up to 30 patrons. now-closed Stage Left Bar & Kitchen, across Brunchies, which prides itself on “good Deemed as serving “upscale quality the street from Ferman Chrysler Jeep Dodge food and good service,” will be open daily See BRUNCHIES, page 11A Ram of Tampa. from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Catering services will
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An effort that began seven years ago on the Hanna Road campus of Learning Gate Community School, in Lutz, has morphed into an event expected to draw thousands to Tampa’s Lowry Park on April 23 in a festival that pays homage to protecting Mother Earth. EcoFest is an annual event aimed at raising awareness about the principles of sustainability — ecology, equity and economy. Learning Gate Community School, the University of South Florida’s Patel College of Global Sustainability and the City of Tampa have joined forces to present the festival, also dubbed as Earth Day Tampa Bay, near the park’s band shell at 7525 North Blvd., in Tampa. Michele Northrup, who has been event coordinator of EcoFest since its inception, has watched it grow and evolve. There were 40 vendors and about 500 attendees at the first EcoFest, she said. This year, there are 158 vendors, plus a waiting list of 20. More than 4,000 people are expected to attend. Parking and admission are free, and there are plenty of free activities, too, Northrup said. There are plenty of opportunities to learn and have fun, too, she said. There will be live music, workshops, costumed superheroes, demonstrations, informational booths, green living products and services. Local artists, green businesses, environmental organizations, alternative health practitioners, renewable energy specialists, and people from organic farms and gardens will be there, too. “We have some unique vendors. We’ve got some really cool artisans, craftsmen,” Northrup said.
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Lots of people did a double take when they saw Amanda Renaud, of Topsy Turvy — an entertainment troupe — towering above them on stilts at the 2015 EcoFest at Lowry Park.
Most of the vendors are local, coming from such communities as Tampa, North Tampa, Wesley Chapel, Carrollwood and South Tampa. Last year, the festival was set up deliberately to mimic a marketplace, and it’s going to be set up the same way this year, Northrup said. “Everybody loved that,” Northrup said. Another highlight will be an agility course, designed by a competitor from the
Seventh annual EcoFest WHERE: Lowry Park, 7525 North Blvd., in Tampa (in the band shell area and across the street) WHEN: April 23, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. More than 150 vendors, speakers and activities, in a festival aimed at promoting earth-friendly living.
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Cancellation of the Lutz Arts & Crafts Festival last December has resulted in a dip of $16,000 in the GFWC Lutz-Land O’ Lakes Woman’s Club’s scholarship budget, compared to last year. The club has a tradition of awarding scholarships to Lutz and Land O’ Lakes students. But this year, it can only bestow two $1,000 scholarships, according to Barbara Nicholson, the club’s scholarship chair. Last year, the club awarded 12 scholarships of $1,500 each. The club would still like to add another scholarship or two, so it is seeking contributions from local businesses and members of the community. Through donations, Nicholson has already raised about $600 to put toward a third $1,000 scholarship. “I encourage any businesses to feel free to donate to us,” Nicholson said. “We’re a 5013c (nonprofit) organization, so anything that is donated is tax-deductible. It’s going to help the future of Lutz and Land O’ Lakes.” “I haven’t discussed it with the other committee members, but...say we raised $800, I would ask the club for another $200
to bring it up to $1,000. That way, we can give another $1,000 scholarship,” she said. The woman’s club scholarships are typically awarded in late August, and take into account students’ fiBarbara Nicholson nancial needs, as well as their grade point averages and letters of recommendation. Nicholson had hoped the club would be able to provide more scholarships this year than it did last year, but a sinkhole that developed at Lake Park put a dent in those plans. If not for a “banner year” from the club’s flea market in March, Nicholson acknowledged there might not have been enough funds for the two $1,000 scholarships. The $1,000 scholarships are a separate delineation from the club-administered Lutz Volunteer Fireman’s Memorial Scholarship Fund, which is invested and used for students with Lutz addresses. Nicholson said the club will award two memorial scholarships for $5,000 apiece this year. The woman’s club took over the $260,000 endowed scholarship fund in 2014, after the Lutz volunteer firehouse was decommis-
sioned and replaced by Hillsborough County firefighters. Nicholson notes “it’s not possible” to transfer money from the endowment fund to supplement additional $1,000 scholarships. Next year, the organization expects to meet similar budget projections from 2015, especially with the arts & crafts festival’s location moving to Keystone Prep High School in Odessa, starting this December. “I would certainly hope to meet what we did last year. I’d really like to see it increase,” the scholarship chairwoman said. About one-half of previous festival vendors have already applied for the annual event, according to Pat Serio, head of public relations for the women’s club. Serio added the new venue most likely will be able to accommodate additional vendor spaces compared to prior years at Lake Park. Nicholson acknowledged there may be a learning curve for handling the logistics at the new location, but ultimately will be beneficial for the festival’s future. “I think there’ll probably be some confusion and traffic issues...this being the first year, but after that, everybody will become accustomed to it, and there shouldn’t be any issues,” Nicholson said. “I understand that it’s going to be a very friendly site for the event.”
Firefighters really do sleep here Land O’ Lakes Cub Scouts Pack 3 recently took a ‘go see it’ field trip to Fire Rescue Station 23 on Land O’ Lakes Boulevard. The scouts learned lifesaving information, toured the fire house, the bunks and living area, and got to ask their local heroes questions. The boys thought it was cool that the firefighters slept at the station.
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Members of the GFWC Lutz-Land O’Lakes Woman’s Club once again volunteered at the ‘Support the Troops’ warehouse in Wesley Chapel. Each month, the women gather to sort and pack needed supplies and hygiene items for troops serving abroad. On this workday, the ladies exceeded their prior record, and packed 560 individual bags and 28 large boxes of donated items to be shipped to our military stationed overseas.
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Raising money for cancer society The GFWC Lutz-Land O’ Lakes Woman’s Club was represented by its 2016 Relay for Life Team at a recent event and raised more than $1,000. That number is still climbing. This year’s club project was in memory of late longtime member Gloria Kasouf, who chaired the fundraiser for many years. Congratulations go to member Nat Cunningham, who singlehandedly raised more than $500 for this American Cancer Society fundraiser. Seated is Gloria Dale, and behind her are, from left, Ciel Birkett, Nat Cunningham and Mary Vars, daughter of Gloria Kasouf.
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Passover begins April 22 The holiday of Pesach, or Passover, is an eight-day festival celebrated in the early spring, from the 15th through the 22nd of the Hebrew month of Nissan. This year, it runs from April 22 to April 30. It commemorates the emancipation of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt. Following the rituals of Passover allows the Jewish community to relive and experience the freedom of their ancestors.
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Children from the Chabad at Wiregrass’s Hebrew School of the Arts prepare for Passover by working on a model Seder.
OBSERVANCES Passover is divided into two parts.The first two days,April 22 and April 23, and the last two days, April 29 and April 30, are full-fledged holidays. Holiday candles are lit at night, and holi- PHOTOS COURTESY OF SHORESH DAVID MESSIANIC SYNAGOGUE OF WESLEY CHAPEL day meals (Seders) are enjoyed The symbolic foods of a Passover Seder include maror, both days.The middle four days saltwater, charoset, zeroah, beitzah and karpas. are referred to as chol hamoed, or semi-festive “intermediate days.”
SEDERS The highlight of Passover is the Seder, which is observed on each of the first two nights of the holiday. The Seder is a 15step, family-oriented tradition and ritual-packed feast.
THE FOCAL POINTS OF THE SEDER INCLUDE:
This Chabad Jewish Centre at Wiregrass setup was for the 100-plus people that joined in on last year’s Seder.
• Eating matzah, which is unleavened bread • Eating bitter herbs to commemorate the bitter slavery endured by the Israelites • Drinking four cups of wine or grape juice to celebrate the newfound freedom • The recitation of the Haggadah, a liturgy that describes the story of the Exodus from Egypt.The Haggadah is the fulfillment of the biblical obligation to recount the story of the Exodus on the night of Passover.
SYMBOLIC SEDER FOODS: • Maror: bitter herbs, usually horseradish,
to serve as a reminder of the bitterness of slavery • Saltwater: symbolizing the tears of the slaves • Charoset: sweet paste made of fruit and nuts, symbolizing the mortar the slaves used to build the Egyptian pyramids • Zeroah: shank bone, representing the Passover sacrifice • Beitzah: hard-boiled egg, symbolic of life and birth associated with the spring season • Karpas: a leafy green vegetable, usually a piece of lettuce, symbolizing hope
Passover events Chabad at Wiregrass, 2124 Ashley Oaks Circle in Wesley Chapel WHAT: Community Passover Seder with Rabbi Mendy and Chanie Yarmush, complete with a gourmet Passover dinner, traditional songs, stories and spiritual insights. WHEN: Friday, April 22 at 8:30 p.m. For more information, call (813) 642-3244, or visit ChabadatWiregrass.com. Congregation Kol Ami, 3919 Moran Road, Tampa WHAT: Morning: Taanit Bechorim (Fast of the Firstborn), followed by a breakfast. Evening: Shabbat and Erev Pesah I Services WHEN: 7:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., on Friday, April 22 For more information, call (813) 962-6338, or email execdirector@kolami.org. Congregation Mekor Shalom, 14005A N. Dale Mabry Highway WHAT: Mincha (afternoon) service followed
and redemption • Some traditional Ashkenazi Passover dishes include: gefilte fish, matzah ball soup, brisket, tzimmis (sweet carrot and fruit dish), and macaroons and sponge cake (made from matzah meal) for dessert.
by a Seder. There will be a brief prayer experience at which kaddish will be included. WHEN: Friday, April 22 at 4:30 p.m. For more information, call (813) 963-1818, or visit MekorShalom.org. Congregation Beth Am, 2030 W. Fletcher Ave. WHAT: Second Night Passover Seder WHEN: Saturday, April 23 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more information, call (813) 963-1818, or visit MekorShalom.org. Shoresh David Messianic Synagogue of Wesley Chapel WHERE: Lexington Oaks Clubhouse, 26304, Lexington Oaks Boulevard WHAT: A Passover Seder Meal with Jews and Gentiles celebrating together WHEN: Friday, April 22 at 6 p.m. Cost: $15 for adults, $7 for children (ages 5 to 11) For more information, call Rabbi Ed Marvin at (813)-270-6361.
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Standards issued a ruling allowing the consumption of kitniyot (legumes) during Passover. For thousands of years,Ashkenazi Jews have followed the tradition of not eating kitniyot on Passover. (The custom was not adopted by most Sephardi Jews.) Kitniyot includes beans, corn, rice, millet, peas, soybeans, peanuts, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, mustard and sometimes garlic.
In December, the Conservative Jewish movement’s Committee on Jewish Law and
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The New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Zephyrhills, offers beginning computer tutoring for seniors, ages 50 and older, by appointment only.Those interested can sign up and get one-on-one basic computer tutoring.To schedule an appointment, call (813) 788-6375.
The Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City, will host a free family movie and popcorn on April 23 from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., for kids ages 12 and younger. The 2015 movie is an adventure about a caveboy and a dinosaur. For information, call (352) 567-3576.
CARROLLWOOD TOASTMASTERS The Carrollwood Toastmasters will meet on April 20,April 27 and May 4 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at the Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave., in Tampa. For details, visit Carrollwood.ToastmastersClubs.org.
TEEN ARTS & CRAFTS The New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Zephyrhills, will host a Teen Arts and Crafts Day on April 21 at 4:30 p.m., for grades 6 and above.There will be an assortment of crafts and refreshments. For information, call (813) 788-6375.
TEEN GAMING The Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City, will host a teen gaming evening on April 21 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., for grades 8 to 12.There will be Playstation, Xbox, and Wii U, plus free snacks and drinks. For information, call (352) 567-3576.
SENIOR GAMES The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will host senior games on April 21 from 10 a.m. to noon, for adults.There will be cards, board games and video games. Refreshments will be provided. For information, call (813) 929-1214.
DREAMHOUSE THEATRE SHOW Dreamhouse Theatre will present “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” on April 22 and April 23 at 8 p.m., and a Sunday matinee on April 24 at 3 p.m. For tickets and information, call Bryan D’ Onofrio at (813) 997-7146, or visit DreamhouseTheatre.com.
COLORING FOR ADULTS The New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Zephyrhills, will host “Color Tonic” on April 22 at 2 p.m. Refreshments will be provided. For information, call (813) 7886375.
Dade City Symphony The Dade City Symphony will present its “Musical Revelations” spring concert on April 23 at 7 p.m., at Pasco Middle School, 139215 14th St., in Dade City. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free for general seating.
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Leonardo Villanueva, a GMA (Gospel Music Asssociation) Dove Award winner, will host a benefit concert for Trinity Café 2 on April 23 at 7 p.m., at First United Methodist Church, 960 W. Lutz Lake Fern Road. Trinity Café 2 recently opened in the First Church of God, 2202 E. Busch Blvd. The concert hopes to raise awareness and financial assistance for the café’s second location. The inaugural Trinity Café has served more than 1.1 million restaurant-quality meals to hungry and homeless men, women and children. The new café expects to feed 200 to 300 people a day. Admission is free, but donations will be accepted.
The Alzheimer’s Association will host a “Scavenger Hunt for the Cure” fundraiser on April 23 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., starting at Bad Monkey, 1717 E. Seventh Ave., in Ybor City. Participants can discover Ybor landmarks while having happy hour drink specials and play interactive games at participating establishments.There also will be a 50/50 raffle and a silent auction. The cost is $20 per scorecard for teams of two to six people. Each registered participant will get a free Cigar City beer. For information and to purchase scorecards, call Craig Mayers at (727) 7104976.
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The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will offer a basic sewing class on doll dresses on April 23 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., for ages 9 and older. Participants can learn how to make a dress for an 18-inch doll.A signed liability waiver is required.To register, call (813) 929-1214.
Bickley Island Chill will host a steel pan and percussion circle on April 24 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., at Ukulele Brand’s, 4805 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., in Land O’ Lakes. There will be reggae, soca and calypso demonstrations with a history of steel pan music. Guests can bring percussion or pan instruments. For information, call (813) 766-0111.
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The Florida Orchestra will present its first-ever “Sing Out! Tampa Bay” concert on April 26 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., at the Mahaffey Theater, 400 First St., S, in St. Petersburg. The singalong event will feature a community chorus performing onstage with the orchestra for one night only. The repertoire will include classical works such as Handel’s “Hallelujah Chorus,” as well as popular pieces such as “You Raise Me Up” and “Amazing Grace.” Admission is “pay what you can.” For information, visit FloridaOrchestra.org.
The Nature Coast Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society will host its first Native Gardens Tour in Pasco County on April 24 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Participants can visit seven sites, including a business, residences and a wildflower nursey, along State Road 54. For tickets and information, call Steve Joyce at (813) 767-3131, or visit PascoNativePlants.org.
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The Republican Club of Central Pasco will host a candidate forum for the Republican candidates for District 5 on April 25 at Copperstone Executive Suites, 3632 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., in Land O’ Lakes.The candidates are Thomas A. Celotto, Chris Cooley and Jack Mariano.The club meets at 6:30 p.m., for refreshments, followed by the forum at 7 p.m. For information, call Steve Graves at (813) 996-3011.
Beyond Chaotic (a rock band made up of students from Land O’ Lakes, Lutz and Wesley Chapel), and Crossing the Tangent, from Wesley Chapel, will play a benefit for Pine View Middle School’s music program on April 30 at 7:30 p.m. The bands will perform at “A Night Under the Stars” at the Land O’ Lakes Community Center, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd. There also will be vendors, laser tag and more. For information, call Sue Castellano at (813) 929-8684 or (813) 546-0855.
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Chabad at Wiregrass will host a community Passover Seder on April 22 at 8:30 p.m., at the Chabad Jewish Centre at Wiregrass, 2124 Ashley Oaks Circle in Wesley Chapel. No membership is required. For information and to RSVP, visit ChabadAtWiregrass.com.
Rosecastle of Zephyrhills Assisted Living and Memory Care, 37411 Eiland Blvd., will host a “Food Truck Frenzy” on April 27 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.There also will be local vendors offering farm fresh produce and a selection of homemade goods for purchase, and door prizes.Admission is free. For information, call Jessica Pent at (813) 783-8100.
FIESTA FOR AUTISM The 11th annual “Fiesta By the Bay for Autism” will be April 22 at the Ybor City Museum Garden, 1818 E. Ninth Ave., in Tampa. Doors open at 6 p.m.There will be dancing, food, an auction, and children’s activities.Admission includes a full dinner buffet.Tickets are $25 in advance, and $10 for students. For information, contact Christine Rover at (813) 974-9264 or crover@usf.edu.
SMART DRIVER COURSE The AARP Smart Driver class for drivers age 50 and older will be offered at the Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, on April 22. Most automobile insurance companies offer a discount for completing the class, with a certificate valid for three years.The cost is $15 for AARP members, and $20 for nonmembers. Registration is required. For class time, call Eugene Pool at (813) 949-8585.
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HEALTHY KIDS DAY The East Pasco Family YMCA, 37301 Chapel Hill Loop in Zephyrhills, will host a free Healthy Kids Day on April 30 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.There will be active games, snacks and crafts to motivate and teach families how to develop healthy routines at home. For information, call (813) 7809622.
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VENDORS NEEDED Temple Elijah, 21021 State Road 54 in Lutz, will host a community yard sale on May 14 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., and is looking for vendors.A reserved space costs $20. For reservations and information, contact Elizabeth Melendez at (813) 949-9917 or monroejjje@aol.com.
BOY SCOUTS’ METAL DRIVE Boy Scout Troop 33 of Land O’ Lakes is hosting a metal drive through May 16.All money from recycling will go to the troop. All metal will be accepted, as well as appliances, grills, swing sets, compressors, electric motors, pots and pans, wire, old bicycles, garage doors, metal fencing, circuit boards, junk cars, radiators and more. Cars will be towed for free. Donations can be dropped off in a bin at the back of the parking lot at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, 2348 Collier Parkway in Land O’ Lakes.Aluminum cans go in the container by the dumpsters at the church. Metal also can be taken directly to Pasco Iron & Metal at 21240 Lake Patience Road in Land O’ Lakes (tag the donation for the troop and ask for receipt). For information, or if help is needed with bigger items, call (813) 8382400 or (813) 731-1664.
TASTE OF PASCO The Taste of Pasco returns on April 30 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., at The Rotary Pavilion at the Concourse in Spring Hill. Guests can sample food and beverages from local restaurants to raise money for local nonprofit organizations. Proceeds this year will help fund projects for The Angelus, Pasco Kids First, and the PACE Center for Girls-Pasco.There also will be live music and children’s activities.Tickets are $25 in advance, and $30 at the door. Links to purchase tickets online can be found on the Taste of Pasco Facebook page, or at TasteOfPasco.com.
FRIENDS SEEKING BOOKS TAKE BACK THE NIGHT The Sexual Violence Task Force of Tampa Bay will host “Take Back the Night” on April 30 from 5 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., at North Straub Park in downtown St. Petersburg. Survivors of sexual assault and domestic abuse, along with community supporters, family and friends, will gather for a night of empowerment and healing. There also will be a music festival, resource fair, ceremony, candlelight vigil and more. For information, call Ken Gibson at (813) 410-4129.
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The Friends of the Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, is looking for new members and gently used books for all ages. Books can be donated at the library Tuesday through Saturday. New member applications can be obtained, filled out and submitted at the library. Members meet the third Wednesday of the month at 2:45 p.m., in the library conference room. For information, call (813) 929-1214.
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I often get calls from residents where I’m asked to provide a list of “easy” plants. The truth is, any plant is technically “easy” to grow once you understand its needs. However, after attending a seminar by one of my master gardeners, I was reminded of the beauty and simplicity of growing orchids. I would highly recommend orchids as an “easy” plant. Orchids are relatively pest free, and make beautiful indoor and outdoor additions to any home.There are thousands of orchid species and more hybrids than one could count. Some orchids are terrestrial species, which means they are ground dwellers. There are others that don’t require soil and grow on trees, and those type of plants are known as epiphytes. Epiphytes are not parasites, as they only use the tree as a structural support. There are three categories of epiphytes that I find most interesting and “easy.” The Vanda orchids produce bloom spikes capable of lasting three weeks or more. The flower colors vary from browns and greens to pink, blue, purple, white and even black or gold. You would most readily recognize these orchid flowers in the welcoming leis of Hawaii among other orchid species. The Cattleyas are probably the most widely grown, and are very popular due to their showy flowers and long life. Flower colors range through the basic colors, except for blue, and can be found in striking bold hues to almost pastel shades.There are single and double blooms, and some even have a light, airy fragrance that won’t overwhelm the senses.There are Cattleyas that produce up to 20 flowers that are 3-inches wide, while others put on a dramatic show with 7-inch flowers clustered into groups of four or five. Cattleyas usually only flower once a year — in the spring or fall — and their flowers generally last up to six weeks depending on the species and cultivar. The third type of epiphytic orchid that I consider “easy” would be the Phaleanopsis, or “moth” orchids.These are great for beginners as they can endure even the brownest thumb.These orchids produce a long arching “spray” of 10 flowers to 20 flowers anywhere from 3-inches to 4-inches in diameter. Beautiful pinks, yellows, oranges, whites and those with pops of intermingled colors are common. When in full bloom, these resemble moths fluttering en masse and can be quite stunning.These orchids normally bloom for up to one month in winter or early spring, but with optimal pruning and growing conditions, they can be induced to flower continuously. Caring for orchids is quite easy. Key tenets of orchid care involve: temperature, light, nutrition, moisture and air movement. A simple fertilizer for orchids, like 18-1818 or 20-20-20, and fish emulsion applied to the roots will be plenty in terms of nutrition. Simply dilute the fertilizer into the water system you use to maintain moisture. The amount of moisture varies slightly for each type of orchid, based on where it’s located. An orchid that gets more light than another might require more water, or when the temperatures decrease, moisture requirements might drop. Keep an eye on the roots. Orchid roots should be slightly green – a light green and plump. When orchids need water, the roots tend to become gray and dull, and even wither slightly. That’s a sure sign they need moisture.A spray bottle will do nicely, as will a gentle drink from a hose. Direct the water right onto the roots (to avoid leaf spots) and soak Vanda roots daily in summer and every other day in winter.Water your orchids early in the day to allow the extra moisture to evaporate and discourage fungal growth. Cattleyas are a bit more tolerant of drier conditions and can be watered two to three times per week – just keep an eye on the roots for stress to know when supplemental moisture might be needed. For the Phaleanopsis orchid species, water
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TRINITY SUPPORT GROUPS The Medical Center of Trinity, 9220 State Road 54, will host these community events on April 21: • Lymphedema Support Group at 3 p.m. • Diabetes Support Group at 7 p.m., in Conference Room C Reservations are advised. For information, call (727) 834-5630.
BREAST CANCER SUPPORT Florida Cancer Affiliates, 3611 Little Road in Trinity, will host a breast cancer support meeting on April 21 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The group is an open discussion on topics of interest for anyone who has been touched by breast cancer. Light refreshments will be served. For information, call (727) 236-0302.
The Tampa YMCA Teen Leaders’ Club will host a “Run with the River” 5K on April 23 at the Hillsborough River State Park, 15402 U.S. 301 N., in Thonotosassa. This is a chip-timed race through the roads and trails of the park. Participants will receive a shirt.There also is a 1-mile fun run for kids younger than age 12. Registered participants will receive a medal and a shirt. There are 100 spots available for the fun run. Check-in is at 8 a.m., followed by the 5K at 9 a.m., and the fun run at 10 a.m. The cost is $20 for 5K runners, and $15 for the fun run. All proceeds will go toward the teen leaders’ club. For more information about this event, visit TampaYMCA.org/leaders5k/.
BREAST-FEEDING FOR BEGINNERS The Maternity Suites at Oak Hill Hospital, 11307 Cortez Blvd., in Brooksville, will host a beginners’ breastfeeding class on April 23 from 10 a.m. to noon. Topics will include how breast-feeding works, latching and positioning, making enough milk, breast-feeding lifestyle, breast-feeding care, pumping and storage, and returning to work. For information, call Taylor Theodore at (352) 585-2543.
YOUR POSTURE AND WORK The Health & Wellness Center at Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel, 2700 Healing Way, will offer a seminar “Bad Posture and Bad Work Ergonomics: How to help you quit your slouching” on April 26 at noon. Participants can find out what techniques can be used that will help in everyday life. Reservations are required. For information, call (813) 929-5432, or visit FHWesleyChapel.org/Events.
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WOMEN’S SEXUALITY SEMINAR The Medical Center of Trinity, 9330 State Road 54, will present a seminar on “Sexuality and Our Changing Bodies” on April 22 at noon. Dr. Parveen Vahora, gynecologist, will discuss what women need to know about endometriosis, fibroids, atrophy, and other physical changes to stay healthy, vibrant and intimate. Admission is free. A complimentary light lunch will be served. Reservations are required. For information, call (727) 834-5630.
FAMILY CARE CLASS The Maternity Suites at Oak Hill Hospital will host a class on new family care on April 23 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at the Graduate Medical Education Building, 11307 Cortez Blvd., in Brooksville. The class aims to prepare families to care for newborns, as well as each other. Parents will learn newborn care, postpartum recovery, and how important support for the family is.There will be video animations, and realistic newborn models to demonstrate holding, bathing and safety. The class will be followed by a tour. To register, call (352) 597-6333.
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ADVANCED DIRECTIVES SEMINAR Gulfside Hospice & Pasco Palliative Care will host a seminar about end-of-life decisions and advanced care planning on April 27 at 2 p.m., at Regency Park Library, 9701 Little Road in New Port Richey. Complimentary copies of Aging with Dignity’s Five Wishes, a living will, will be distributed to participants. Gulfside representative Jennifer Chianella will discuss the benefits of Five Wishes, as well as answer questions or concerns about the document and end-of-life decisions. Light refreshments will be served. For information or to RSVP, call (727) 9928984.
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INFORMATION DAYS FOR PHSC STUDENTS Saint Leo University will host information sessions at Pasco-Hernando State College campuses to helps students from PHSC seeking transfer to a four-year institution. • April 26 from 9 a.m. to noon at the New Port Richey campus, 10230 Ridge Road, Building S, Room 109 • April 27 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., at the New Port Richey campus • April 27 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Brooksville campus, 11415 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Portable P002 • April 28 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., at the Brooksville campus For information, call (352) 588-7544, or visit SaintLeo.edu/PHSC.
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE IS APRIL 29 Hillsborough County Social Services and the Community Action Board will offer $5,000 scholarships to eligible students who wish to continue their education by attending an institution of higher learning. Applications for scholarships for the 2016-2017 school year will be accepted through April 29. Recipients will be notified in writing prior to the start of the fall semester. Eligibility requirements include: • Applicants must be between the ages of 17 and 22, and have a high school diploma or GED equivalent. Sixteen-year-olds may apply if they are graduating seniors. • Applicants must reside in Hillsborough County.
• The applicant’s household income must fall within 125 percent of the Federal Poverty Guidelines of the Community Services Block Grant. These criteria also will be used to evaluate applicants: • Community service and school involvement • Application and additional letters of recommendation • Academic record • Essay response • Panel interview participation. Application materials can be downloaded at HillsboroughCounty.org, by clicking on the “social services” page, and then “scholarships.”
HIGH-FLYING TEACHER OF THE YEAR Hillsborough County and Florida Teacher of the Year Diane McKee soared in from 50 feet overhead on MOSI’s Sky Trail Zip Line to surprise a group of middle school students gathered at The Museum of Science & Industry to honor their favorite teacher. McKee received a lifetime MOSI membership to honor her dedication to Florida’s children.The presentation was made 15 feet above the ground in a ceremony on the Sky Trail Ropes Course. McKee then came down to ground level to visit with the students from Tampa’s Williams Middle Magnet School who came to cheer her on. McKee teaches eighth grade English at the school.
DISCOVERY POINT CENTER EARNS ACCREDITATION The Discovery Point Child Development Center in Lexington Oaks, in Wesley Chapel, has earned accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI), an accreditation division of AdvancED. To earn accreditation, schools must meet SACS CASI’s high standards, be evaluated by a team of professionals from outside the school, and implement a continuous process of school improvement. Discovery Point centers provide safe, educational and nurturing environments for growing children, partnering with Teaching Strategies in using the nationally recognized early childhood education program, Creative Curriculum for Preschool. For information on accreditation, visit Advanc-Ed.org.
EMILY NATHE IS SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT Emily Nathe, a junior at the University of Florida College of Agriculture and Life Sciences was selected as the 2016 Pasco Co Cattlemen’s and Cattlewomen’s Scholarship recipient. Nathe has been a member of the Pasco Cattlewomen since 2002, and currently a Gator Collegiate Cattlewoman. She graduated from Pasco-Hernando State College with honors in 2014, and was a Phi Theta Kappa member. Nathe also is active in the Sigma Alpha Sorority at UF, while studying for her animal science/equine degree. The scholarship she received is awarded in the junior or senior year of college to the applicant, or the son or daughter, of an active member of the Pasco Co Cattlemen or Cattlewomen in good standing.
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The 3,500-square-foot brunch spot will seat about 120 people. There will also be a pet-friendly patio, accommodating up to 30 patrons at a time. This interior shot shows the restaurant’s current Carrollwood location.
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Crunch Pancakes, Chorizo & Eggs, Corned Beef Hash Skillet, and Shrimp & Grits, Kranich said. The restaurant owner has already hired a few employees for the Lutz location, and plans to have a total staff of about 25. The possibility for even more Brunchies popping up around the Bay area isn’t out of the question, Kranich said. “Everything is wide open,” he said.
breakfast, brunch and lunch,” Brunchies of Tampa offers wide-ranging breakfast options such as eggs benedict, omelets, waffles and pancakes. Lunch fare consists of an assortment of sandwiches and salads. The restaurant’s specialties include its Guava-Stuffed French Toast, Blueberry
ECOFEST, from page 1A popular television show “American Ninja Warrior.” There also will be a yoga zone, with different yoga themes throughout the day.And, there will be a drum circle, too. All four of Tampa’s big attractions — Busch Gardens, Lowry Park, The Florida Aquarium, and MOSI — will be there, Northrup said.
The City of Tampa’s Solid Waste department will be demonstrating how to use plastic bags to make crafts. Some members of the GFWC Lutz-Land O’ Lakes Woman’s Club will be getting into the act, too. Northrup has invited them to show how plastic grocery store bags can be converted into mats. To say Northrup is enthused about the event would be an enormous understatement. “It’s going to be phenomenal,” she said.
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A dominant ‘Sargent’ on the mound Kevin Weiss
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Land O’ Lakes High School junior Lance McCabe Sargent admits that if you watched him throw two years ago, you’d never expect him to be one of Tampa’s top prep pitchers. “I didn’t have the best mechanics,” said Sargent, who doubles as the Gators’ starting third baseman. “When I’d go in from third (base) to pitch, I’d be all around the place, just kind of poor mechanics. I’d just go on the mound and throw because I had a pretty decent arm, so I’d just sling it.” Through 43 innings, the 6-foot-1, 185pound right-hander boasts a miniscule 0.49 ERA — the best mark in Pasco County — making him one of the area’s toughest pitchers to face. Though he’s always had a powerful arm, the Land O’ Lakes coaching staff wasn’t quite sure they had a pitching gem on their hands, until the start of the season. “Their first words to me were, ‘Why haven’t you told me you could pitch before? Why haven’t you asked me to throw in the bullpen?’” said Sargent, who’s in his first year pitching on the varsity level after throwing extensively in summer travel ball. “We had an idea he was a pitcher, but he didn’t pitch at all last year,” said Land O’ Lakes head coach Jeff May.“We didn’t know how good of a pitcher he was going to be — we just knew that he had a very good arm. He was a little wild when he first came up with us, but...as he’s gotten bigger and stronger, he’s been throwing harder, and it kind of dawned on us,‘Hey, let’s give him a shot,’ and he’s performed really well.” Sargent’s path to success this year began in the offseason and over the summer. He worked extensively with Tampa-based pitching instructor Anthony Telford, a former MLB middle reliever who spent parts of 10 seasons playing for the Baltimore Orioles, Montreal Expos and Texas Rangers through-
Lance McCabe Sargent Land O’ Lakes junior starting pitcher and third baseman Pitching Stats: 43 innings pitched, 3 complete games, 7 wins, 0.49 ERA, 53 strikeouts, .137 opponent batting average Batting Stats: .394 batting average, 1 home run, 6 extra base hits, 17 runs, 16 RBIs Travel Club: Orlando Scorpions College interest: University of Central Florida, Florida Gulf Coast University, Alabama A&M, Stetson University, Radford (Virginia) University and High Point (North Carolina) University. MLB pitching comparison: New York Mets right-hander Jacob deGrom PHOTOS COURTESY OF LORRAINE SARGENT
Lance McCabe Sargent has the lowest ERA (0.49) in Pasco County. His presence on the mound is one reason why Land O’ Lakes High School stands at 19-3 overall. He’s also a productive player at the plate, with a .394 batting average and 16 RBIs. In addition to his duties on the mound, Sargent is the starting third baseman for the Land O’ Lakes Gators.
out the ’90s and early ’00s. Telford focused on improving Sargent’s pitching motion and follow-through, which has allowed the Land O’ Lakes standout to increase his fastball velocity from 82 mph to 89 mph, paving the way for a dominating junior season. Once his senior year rolls around,Telford wouldn’t be surprised to see Sargent’s fastball velocity increase even further, perhaps reaching the low-to-mid 90s. “He’s certainly strong enough,” Telford said. His arm action works real well — he has the athletic ability.What we focused on mostly with McCabe was just the mechanics…. of trying to get him to be able to throw the ball in the strike zone consistently. “There’s a lot more development. He’s got the physical ability, and the thing that he does the best is he loves to compete,”Telford added.
Land O’ Lakes softball primed for deep playoff run By Kevin Weiss
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Land O’ Lakes High School softball coach Mitchell Wilkins is taking things “one game at a time.” Despite wrapping up a marvelous regular season (24-2-1), the third-year coach is trying not to get ahead of himself in looking at the pathway to a state title, though he knows his team matches up well against most opponents. The Gators are rolling into the playoffs as one of the state’s hottest teams—reeling off 15 straight wins, many by large margins of victory. “I think we’re set,” the third-year coach said.“I have in my mind how I want to approach as we go through regionals.” To win the Class 6A FHSAA (Florida High School Athletic Association) state title, the Gators will have to win five straight games in the process, starting on April 20. But,Wilkins is careful not to look too far ahead. “I can’t be distracted by that, because we know what happened last year—we lost in the second round at the districts semifinals and didn’t get to go any further — so we have to look at each game and figure out what’s the best approach for that game before we start looking at a state championship.” After finishing 24-3 last season—district semifinals’ hiccup aside— Wilkins knew he had an established team with lofty expectations entering the 2016 season.
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ZEPHYRHILLS FOOTBALL STAR TEARS ACL Rising senior running back Antwione Sims will miss a portion of the 2016 regular season after he tore his ACL at a football camp about a month ago. Last year, Sims rushed for a school-record 2,093 yards and 24 touchdowns, and was named a thirdteam, Class 5A all-state selection. The 5-foot-11, 196-pound back has offers from five schools, including Boston
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“We knew we had good players, but we wanted to see how they matched up — and so far so good,” Wilkins said. “We’re really happy with what we have, not only one through nine, but we’ve got weapons on the bench that I can put in and feel just as comfortable having play.” One player that Wilkins is always comfortable playing is senior ace pitcher Shannon Saile (four no-hitters, 0.66 ERA), who’s struck out 221 batters —which ranks fifth in the state. Her ability to throw all her pitches—fastball, curveball, screwball, riseball— in each quadrant of the strike zone has made the FIU (Florida International University) softball commit a nightmare for opposing hitters. “She’s been a monster,” her coach said. “She hits both sides of the plate. …She loves to pitch at the bottom of the strike zone. “She gets a lot of swinging strikes—pitches out of the zone—because the (opposing) girls know they have to be ready and swing early, because she throws so hard.” Averaging more than two strikeouts for every inning pitched, Saile’s presence in the circle has taken a significant burden off of the team’s defense,Wilkins said. “Defensively, when I only have to account for one out an inning — that is such a blessing,” the Gators coach said.“That takes a lot of stress off our defense. The most stressful thing they have is waiting to see if somebody’s going to hit the ball and put it in play. …They have to stay on the balls of their feet the whole time, if somebody does hit it.” College, a Football Bowl Subdivision school. The next player up on the depth chart is rising junior Elijah Thomas, a 5-foot6, 150-pound scat back.Thomas rushed for 222 yards on 18 carries in 2015. The Bulldogs will be led by first-year head coach Nick Carroll.
SUNLAKE’S BASILONE TIES SCHOOL HOME RUN RECORD Sunlake High senior catcher Gianna Basilone hit her eighth home run of the season against River Ridge on April 7, tying the school single-season record set in 2009 by Samantha Dittman. Basilone now holds the school record for most career home runs with 15. She currently leads all of Pasco County in the category, and is batting .476
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In addition to a blazing fastball, Sargent is equipped with a curveball, slider and changeup — which he uses to keep opposing hitters off-balance. “On the lower part of the lineup, I throw more changeups just to not waste the curveball,” said Sargent, who models his game after New York Mets all-star pitcher Jacob deGrom.“In the 3, 4 and 5 hole, I’ll mix in a curveball, because they’re a little bit better hitters.” The difference in pitch speed between his “violent” fastball and changeup has allowed Sargent to be virtually unhittable, and roll through opposing lineups with ease in the process. “When you throw harder, it’s going to make your off-speed pitches that much better, and he’s got a very good off-speed pitch, too,” his varsity coach said.“It’s a good onetwo punch.”
“He’s got a natural ability that you can’t teach a lot of guys, which when you’re a coach, you’re immediately drawn to it,” May added.“He’s in the learning curve right now of becoming a good pitcher; he’s got the tools, and he’s (still) learning the game of pitching, too.” Sargent’s current stats and high ceiling have already caught the eyes of several major Division I collegiate baseball programs, including the University of Central Florida, Florida Gulf Coast University,Alabama A&M, Stetson University, Radford (Virginia) University and High Point (North Carolina) University. As he manages the extra attention — getting inundated with phone calls and messages from college coaches — Sargent is trying to stay focused on the task at hand: leading Land O’ Lakes (20-3) through a deep playoff run. Beyond that, the right-hander has a more ambitious long-term goal in mind. “My main goal has always been to play in the big leagues,” he said.“Since I was a little kid, that’s what I grew up wanting to do.”
Land O’ Lakes Gators softball Head Coach: Mitchell Wilkins (3rd year) Record: 24-2-1 Player to watch: Senior pitcher Shannon Saile (15-2 W-L, 0.66 ERA, 221 Ks, four no-hitters)
“Shannon’s been great. She’s done everything we’ve asked her to do and more. She elevated her game a couple summers ago when she realized she had the opportunity to be the No. 1 pitcher. She added some miles per hour to her pitching speed and worked on her different pitches to be that dominant pitcher. She has worked hard to become that.” — Coach Mitchell Wilkins SOPHOMORE SLUGGERS: Brianna Lindner (.375 avg., 4 HRs, 26 RB) Tia Williams (.463 avg., 4HRs, 30 RBI) Ashley Smith (.443 avg., 2 HR, 16 RBI)
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Head Coach Mitch Wilkins has led the Gators to two straight 20-win seasons. The team will compete in the Class 6A FHSAA regionals, starting April 20.
Giving the Gators additional assurance heading into the postseason is the emergence of several young players, including two-way freshmen Callie Turner and Shelby Westbrook, and sophomores Brianna Lindner,Ashley Smith and Tia Williams. “We have a good mixture of youth and veterans,” Wilkins said, noting eight of the team’s 14 players will earn their first varsity
letter.“This year, we are better pitching, but we haven’t hit quite as well as we did last year—but we haven’t needed to. In the same respect, we’ve played better competition this year.” That “better competition” includes Springstead (24-1)— a team the Gators fell to 1-0 in extra innings in the season opener—whom Land O’ Lakes may rematch if both teams reach the regional finals. “We know they’ve made some improvements since then, and we’ve made some improvements since then, so it’ll probably be a little bit different game,”Wilkins said, adding, “we’re confident we can play with them.” “We feel — especially with Shannon pitching and our defense, and the emerging offense from our sophomore starters — that we can compete with anybody in the state.”
with 36 RBIs. She plans to play college softball at Oklahoma State University.
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X-Factor: Freshman Shelby Westbrook (29 runs scored, 16 stolen bases)
“Shelby has really emerged as a weapon just with her speed. She creates a lot of havoc when she’s on base. All she has to do is put the ball in play, and it’s a really good opportunity for her to get on base.” — Coach Mitchell Wilkins
YOUTH GYMNASTS HEAD TO REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS Four youth gymnasts from Premier Gymnastics in Wesley Chapel will compete in the USA Gymnastics Regional Championships in Asheville, North Carolina, from April 22 to April 24. Ryan Elizabeth Avery, 12 and Kaitlyn Christiano, 11, will participate in the Region 8 Championships as Level 6 gymnasts, while Elizabeth Aitken, 12, and Dallas Cornish, 13, will compete as Level 7 gymnasts. To advance to regionals, the girls beat out several hundred competitors at their State Championship competition in February.
The Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce is hosting its 30th annual golf tournament on May 13 at the Heritage Harbor Golf & Country Club in Lutz. Registration begins at noon with a Shotgun Scramble Start at 1 p.m. Cost is $70 for an individual, and $260 for a team of four. Registration includes greens fees, golf cart, range balls and a barbecue awards dinner. There will be an opportunity to win $10,000 for a hole-in-one contest.Tickets are also available to network at the awards barbecue for $15 each. For information about registration and sponsorships, visit CentralPascoChamber.com, or call (813) 909-2722.
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More than 200 cars and owners took part in the ‘Start Your Engines’ event at Medical Center of Trinity.
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undreds turned out Medical Center of Trinity’s “Start Your Engines” Event, which featured an eclectic collection of customized cars, plus a chance for people to learn about keeping their own engines running smoothly. The event took place at
9330 State Road 54 in Trinity, beginning at 10 a.m. on April 9. Car enthusiasts had a chance to see interesting and unusual automobiles, and hear from owners who painstakingly restored them. They also had a chance to pick up some information aimed at helping them live healthier lives.
Twenty-one-year-old Michelle Stein, of Tampa, checks out a high-performance Chevrolet Camaro that seems to be looking back at her at the Medical Center of Trinity’s ‘Start Your Engines’ event. Stein, who works for USF’s Global Medical & Dental Brigade, was on the hunt for vendors and doctors, she said, who would be available for an upcoming brigade fundraiser. Visiting from England, Graeme Dunn takes a photo at the Medical Center of Trinity’s ‘Start Your Engines’ event. His children, 7-year old Isobela Dunn, bottom left, and William Dunn, 5, wait for their dad to get the shot. A 1979 reproduction car of a 1929 Ford Roadster, owned by Joseph Fiorilla of Port Richey, is on display behind the trio.
Wearing a shirt that matches the design on his show car, Mike Gellatly, of Riverview, puts the finishing touch to his 1932 Ford Coupe, which he says took 10 years for him to build. Gellatly said he’s owned the car for 16 years.
Robert Riehl’s T-shirt expressed a sentiment shared by many car enthusiasts. Riehl, of Spring Hill, was one of hundreds at the Medical Center of Trinity’s ‘Start Your Engines’ event. He brought his 2016 Dodge Challenger Hellcat, which he said has a 707-horsepower. His wife, Katherine, was there, too, showing off her Dodge.
Five-year old Evrett Hernandez, of Land O’ Lakes, found a Shelby Cobra that caught his eye while visiting the Medical Center of Trinity’s ‘Start Your Engines’ event. Evrett was there with his dad, George Hernandez, his brother Asher, 1, and sister Zemma, 3.
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Aging gracefully Riley appeared in The Laker back in November 2001 at the age of 3. She is now 17 years old and has retired to the Tampa Bay Golf and Country Club, in San Antonio, with her parents, Pete and Sue Nickerson. Riley enjoys golf cart rides around the neighborhood and naps on the front porch.
Marlene is not only a pretty, sweet and affectionate girl, but she is also a talker. Come meet Marlene and have a conversation with this vocal kitty. Every Friday is $5 Feline Friday.
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PET PAWS KITTEN SHOWER The Pasco County Animal Services department will host a kitten shower on April 20 at 6 p.m., in the conference room of Building B at 19640 Dogpatch Lane in Land O’ Lakes. Cats that have not been spayed or neutered reproduce and flood the shelter with homeless litters and motherless newborn felines. Come to the shower, have a piece of cake, fill out an application, and learn what it takes to be a foster parent of a newborn kitten. Foster applicant interviews and approvals also will take place during the shower. The animal services department has a registry and would appreciate any assistance in caring for these little ones. Items needed include kitten bottles and brushes, kitten formula/kitten milk replacer, heating pads (no auto shut-off), blankets, towels, sheets, canned kitten food, and clean, disinfected, lightly used kitten carriers. For information, call (813) 929-1212.
LOW-COST PET VACCINES Pasco County Animal Services, 19640 Dogpatch Lane in Land O’ Lakes, is offering residents an opportunity to save money and protect family pets with $5 rabies vaccines and $15 microchips, on April 30 from noon to 4 p.m., or while supplies last. Pet owners who purchase the low-cost rabies vaccines also will be required to obtain a county dog license at the price of $10 for an altered pet, or $35 for an unaltered
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BARN CATS NEED WORK Barn cats live primarily outdoors in a feral or semi-feral condition.They typically live in agricultural properties, around outbuildings or farm fields, and can substantially decrease issues caused by pests. Pasco County Animal Services, 19640 Dogpatch Lane in Land O’ Lakes, currently houses several barn cat candidates. These cats can provide nontoxic and effective pest control. Adoption fees have been waived for these out-of-work kitties. For information on the barn cat program, email adoptionpartners@pascocountyfl.net.
WOOFSTOCK COMING MAY 14 Pasco County Animal Services will present “Woofstock” on May 14 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Florida Estates Winery, 25241 State Road 52 in Land O’ Lakes. There will be live bands, kids’ crafts, pony rides, local vendors, food trucks, wine tastings and more.The fundraiser will help the care of sick and injured animals that come into the shelter. A PCAS veterinarian also will administer $5 rabies vaccines and $15 microchips. Tickets are $5. Kids age 10 and younger are free. For tickets and information on participating, visit FPCAS.org.
Koopa is a playful boy Koopa has been at the shelter for way too long, and would love to find an active family. He is working with our trainer here at the shelter, and knows the commands for sit and down, and also walks nicely on a leash. Come meet this handsome boy.
If you would like to adopt either Koopa or Marlene, be sure to visit Pasco County Animal Services at 19640 Dogpatch Lane in Land O’ Lakes. All adoption fees include spay/neuter, microchip and vaccines. For more information, email adoptionpartners@pascocountyfl.net.
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Lunch and learn A Lunch N Learn business forum will take place April 21 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at The Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce boardroom, at 6013 Wesley Chapel Blvd., Suite 105, in Wesley Chapel. The guest speaker will be Jan O’ Brien, co-founder of Wandering but Not Lost Coaching, a real estate, business, life coach and training company. O’ Brien will offer 20 power tips on “How to Create an All-Star Linkedin Profile.”The Meaning Center LLC is a co-sponsor. Cost is $15 including lunch. RSVP required, as seating is limited. For information, contact Loreen O’ Brien at The Meaning Center, at (813) 447-0338, or visit WBNLCoaching.com.
Welcome center The master-planned community of Asturia will have a grand opening of its Amenity Center on April 21 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., at 14701 State Road 54 in Odessa. Enjoy cocktails and hors d’ oeuvres, and tour the new 5,800-square-foot center, with a community clubhouse, state-of-the-art fitness center, covered outdoor living rooms, resort style swimming pool and open lawn for recreation. Please RSVP to Jill Fuhrman at (904) 4179865 or Jill.Fuhrman@Hines.com. For information about Asturia, visit AsturiaFlorida.com.
Chamber mixer The Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce will have a mixer on April 21 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Alice Hall Community Center, at 38116 Fifth Ave., Zephyrhills. For information, contact the chamber at info@zephyrhillschamber.com.
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