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Tampa Premium Outlets taking shape By Kathy Steele ksteele@lakerlutznews.com
Tampa Premium Outlets is no longer just wishes and speculation. There are still lots of questions, however, about what tenants will fill the 441,000 square feet of shopping space. Bulldozers are moving earth, and walls are going vertical on what has been a shopping destination in the making going back more than decade. Plans have changed through the years, but now an outlet center is on the horizon: Opening day is scheduled for late October, well in advance of the 2015 holiday season. Shopaholics, of course, are eager to see the center’s anticipated 100-plus retailers open their doors.
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From the Interstate 75 off-ramp at State Road 56, motorists traveling west can get a glimpse of Tampa Premium Outlets, as the outlet center takes shape for its late-2015 opening.
Like other large enterprises, the outlet center also is expected to have some ripple effects on the local economy. Businesses that can provide accessory goods or services are likely to benefit. And, students at Pasco-Hernando State College’s Porter Campus at Wiregrass Ranch also could reap internships to help them in their studies or jobs to help cover their expenses. Simon Property Group, the mall’s developer, has estimated that the project will yield 300 to 500 construction jobs and as many as 800 retail jobs, once the outlet center opens. Hope Allen, executive director for the Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of See OUTLETS, page7A
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Notifications went out last week to parents of students who have been accepted for the inaugural year of Sanders Memorial Elementary STEAM Magnet School. Sanders’ roots in Land O’ Lakes date back to 1948. The school was closed for a few years, pending reconstruction, but the crash of the housing market stalled that redevelopment. In August, the school now made up of a combination of new structures and redeveloped buildings will open as Pasco County’s first magnet program. It will focus on science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics. Sanders received 1,690 applications from across See SANDERS, page7A
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New library dazzles patrons Offers new technology and an airy look By Kathy Steele ksteele@lakerlutznews.com
Some boxes are still unpacked. A few books are being catalogued before getting stacked on shelves. An item or two, such as window blinds, are on order. Outside, workmen are getting ready to pave a parking lot. Not everything is completely done yet, but the new Zephyrhills Public Library is open for business and humming with activity – in hushed tones, of course. One recent morning a steady stream of people walked through the front door. One inquired about a book request. Others logged onto computers. Some just wanted a quiet reading nook. So far, the library has proved quite popular. “We are getting very heavy traffic,” said Vicki Elkins, director of library and museum services. “We have people coming in that we’ve never seen at the old library.” The new structure replaces a building that was partially constructed in 1964 and partly built in 1981. That building was torn down to make way for this new one. The paved parking lot, when completed, will have a drive-through book drop-off. Although the library opened on Dec. 30, a grand opening has not yet been scheduled. “I refer to it as a great Christmas gift,” Elkins said. “We can offer so much more now than we could in the old library.” At nearly 8,500 square feet, the new library, at 5347 Eighth St., is more than double the size of its predecessor. Its amenities include a meeting room with a galley, separate teen and children’s rooms, and two study rooms. The library also will soon have Wi-Fi. Patrons also will find 16 computers there — twice as many as there were in the old library. And, they can use their library cards to book computer time. This is especially helpful when the computers are all in use, Elkins said. When patrons want to print materials, they can preview their order and its cost. The library’s youngest patrons will find three computers set aside for them in the children’s room. New books targeted at young readers will be added to the teen room. Another plus: A local resident donated about 300 books, mostly classics. In the past, the library had its summer reading program at Alice Hall Community Center. Now it can be in the new children’s room and in the adjoining meeting room. There also is potential for additional programs, Elkins said. Nonprofit and community groups have already found out about the meeting room and have begun signing up for it, Elkins said.
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Patrons enjoy the spacious new library and its modern look with arched ceilings and large windows.
A look at the new Zephyrhills Public Library, replacing the former structure that included portions dating back to 1964.
The vision for the new library emerged nearly 10 years ago, and the city began setting aside countywide tax revenues from the Penny for Pasco program. In 2008, the country’s economic downturn prompted a rearrangement of priorities. “It was put on the back burner,” Elkins said. As the economy brightened in recent years, some thought was given to renovating the existing library but Elkins said, “It was not in good shape for a remodeling.” A combination of Penny for Pasco rev-
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year-old Lilly Hernandez, Munn’s granddaughter and Hernandez’ daughter. As a youngster, Charlie Hernandez would check out more than a dozen books a week to take home. No one loves books more, Munn said. But she said that old library, even for a book lover, was “old, dark and dank.” Now Munn can’t wait to return with her granddaughter to the new library. “This is big and fresh and adds a bit of class to Zephyrhills,” Munn said. “It feels like a Barnes & Noble to me. It’s light and bright and airy.”
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Save some cash at the county fair The Pasco County Fair begins Feb. 16 at the Pasco County Fairgrounds, naturally, and there's a lot to see and do. You can certainly purchase wristbands to ride the rides, and play carnival games until your wallet runs dry. But this is "On the Cheap." We're looking to save you money. By Michael Murillo And the truth is, there are so many fun mmurillo@lakerlutznews.com things to experience at the fair that are already included in the admission price, you could go for the whole day and not spend a adies and gentlemen, it's fair season. penny once you get inside. No matter what That means good rides, good enter- you like to do, there's something that will tainment and good food — or bad catch your eye. food, if you're a fitness expert. If they can Let's start with the show animals: Local FILE PHOTOS deep-fry it, you can probably buy it at a fair. fairs have always been places to see the The Florida State Fair in Tampa is under- very best in livestock, and this is no excep- There's nothing quite like fair food, and you'll find plenty to enjoy at the Pasco County Fair. way and the Florida Strawberry Festival in tion. Bulls, steers, heifers and other animals Plant City kicks off at the end of the month. will be on display, shown and judged. They're not looking for ribbons. They're But if you don't catch the one in the midBut there are also other animals, like alli- there to entertain. Kachunga & the Alligator Pasco County Fair dle, you're really missing out. gators and seals — not together, of course. Show and the Sea Lion Splash are two reguFeb. 16 through Feb. 22. It begins at 3 p.m., lar shows that perform daily at the fair. And and usually runs until 11 p.m., or midnight. if you like your entertainment on two legs, The fairgrounds are at 36722 State Road Ron Diamond's magic and illusion show 52 in Dade City. will offer sleight of hand, comedy and even some hypnosis. For more information, visit Oh, did I mention the pigs yet? PascoCountyFair.org. Robinson's Racing Pigs and Paddling Porkers have been a fair staple for years, and for good reason. It might be your only quired. Just pay at the gate and enjoy all the chance all year to see racing pigs: Little different events. Regular admission, by the way, is $8 for pigs, mid-size pigs and giant pigs racing around a track to the delight of sizeable adults and $5 for children, ages 6 to 12. If crowds. It's as weird as it sounds, and it's a they're younger than that, it's free. Parking is free, too. That's a good deal, but it's not the lot of fun, too. On special nights, the Pasco County Fair best deal. If you really want to go on the also has boxing matches and rodeos.Throw cheap — and why wouldn't you — I sugin plant sales and a baby pageant, and you gest you go on Tuesday, Feb. 18. On that day, have enough to keep you busy for a couple admission is just $3 per person. That's a great deal for all the things you of visits. Again, none of that costs extra. It's all in- can see and do. You'll save so much money, you might cluded in your fair admission. So while you're free to spend some want to treat yourself to some deep-fried Feel free to ride the rides, but don't miss out on the free fun on the ground. money and have a good time, it's not re- candy. Just don't tell your dentist.
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BOY SCOUT MULCH FUNDRAISER
Boy Scout Troop 33 of Land O’ Lakes is having its third annual mulch fundraiser through Feb. 15.The mulch is available in pine bark, red, brown, cypress and gold.The 2-cubic-foot bags cost $3.50 each and will be delivered for free to local neighborhoods on Feb. 28. Orders will be taken after Masses at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, 2348 Collier Parkway in Land O’ Lakes, and by email at Troop33MulchFundraiser@gmail.com. Proceeds will go toward the 2015 summer camp scout accounts.
Fort Foster Rendezvous The Department of Environmental Protection’s Fort Foster State Historic Site will host its 19th annual Fort Foster Rendezvous Feb. 14 and Feb. 15, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at 15402 U.S. 301 in Thonotasassa. The event is a living reenactment featuring military, Seminole, and civilian reenactors, sutlers, traders, and craft demonstrations. Refreshments will be available. Feb. 11 and Feb. 13 are school days for Bay area schools to bring students for $2 per student. Teachers and chaperones are free. To register, all (813) 987-6771. The weekend will include daily live firing demonstrations and a skirmish between the Seminoles and military after 1 p.m., both days. Admission on the weekend is $5 per person. Children younger than age 5 are free. For information, visit FloridaStateParks.org/park/FortFoster.
DONATE FOR DISCOUNT FAIR TICKET
Goodwill Industries-Suncoast will give a $2off coupon for a regular adult admission to the Florida State Fair to each person who donates through Feb. 15. Each coupon is good for up to two discount admissions. Donations can be dropped off at a store, donation site or “Round Up.” For each coupon redeemed, the Florida State Fair Authority will donate $1 to Goodwill. For a list of stores and donation sites, visit Goodwill-Suncoast.org.
DONATE TO FRIENDS OF LIBRARY
The Friends of the Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Çollier Parkway, is looking for new members and for gently used books. Books can be donated at the library Tuesday through Saturday. New member applications also can be filled out at the library. For information, call (813) 929-1214.
SNOWBIRD PALOOZA
Simply Events of Tampa Bay will host a Snowbird Palooza Feb. 11 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Zephyr Park, 38116 Fifth Ave., in Zephyrhills.There will be exhibitors, keynote speakers at 10 a.m. and noon, interactive areas, a bingo tournament, line dancing, a free health clinic, and entertainment. For information, call (727) 674-1464.
REPUBLICAN CLUB MEETING
The Wesley Chapel Republican Club will meet Feb. 12 at 7 p.m., at Hyundai of Wesley Chapel, 27000 Wesley Chapel Blvd.The guest speaker is Mark Zubaly on the topic of grassroots’ involvement and the workings of a political campaign.The doors open at 6:30 p.m., for networking, coffee and dessert. For information, call Peter Cracchiolo at (813) 360-9813.
FREE PLANETARIUM SHOWS
St. Petersburg College Planetarium and Observatory will host free shows on Friday nights at 7 p.m. and 8:15 p.m.The shows are first-come, first-served. Shows are 45 minutes long. Children ages 5 and older are welcome.The observatory and portable telescopes are available after the shows, weather permitting.The upcoming show “The Stars of Winter” will be Feb. 13, Feb. 20, Feb. 27 and March 6. For information, call (727) 341-4772.
HUGH EMBRY BOOK BAZAAR
The Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City, will host a book bazaar Feb. 13 and Feb. 14 from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.There will be a variety of books, audio and video media, magazines and related materials, many at less than $3. For information, call Glen Thompson at (352) 567-7449.
THEATRE TO SHOWCASE SHORT FILMS
Tampa Theatre, 711 N. Franklin St., in Tampa, is celebrating its 10th anniversary by showcasing the Oscar-nominated animated and live action short films starting Feb. 13.Tickets are $11 for adults, and $9 for theater members, seniors and military personnel. For information and schedule, visit TampaTheatre.org.
‘AN EVENING WITH THE AUTHOR’
The Downtown New Port Richey Art Gallery, 6231 Grand Blvd., will present “An Evening with the Author” featuring Kathy Bryn and Trish Reeb and “The Extraordinary Woman Next Door,” Feb. 13 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.There will be a question-andanswer session following the reading. Admission is free. For information and to RSVP, call (727) 848-6500, or visit NPRGallery.com.
MARDI GRAS PARTY
St. Joseph Catholic Church on Fifth Avenue in Zephyrhills will host a Mardi Gras party Feb. 13 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.There will be a special lounge set by Father Eric Peters when doors open at 6 p.m., a Blues Brothers show at 6:50 p.m., and two bands starting at 7 p.m.There will be light refreshments, beer and wine included. Child care will be available upon request. Tickets are $20.All proceeds benefit St. Joseph Catholic Church. For information, call (813) 782-2813.
ROBOTICS CHAMPIONSHIP
Saint Leo University, 33701 State Road 52 in St. Leo, will host the Florida FIRST Tech Challenge State Championship in robotics Feb. 14 starting at 10 a.m.The top 24 Florida high-school aged robotics teams will compete.The competition concludes by 6 p.m.Admission and parking are free. For information, call (352) 588-8237.
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Gulfside Hospice thrift shops will offer a Valentine’s Day sale of 15 percent off all items. Stores will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.All proceeds will help provide patient care for those with no insurance. For store locations, visit GHPPC.org.
LEISURE DAYS YARD SALE
The annual park-wide yard sale at Leisure Days RV Resort is Feb. 14 starting at 8 a.m. There also will be food available in the clubhouse. Leisure Days RV Resort is located at 34533 Leisure Days Drive in Zephyrhills, just past the light at State Road 54 and Morris Bridge Road. For information, call (813) 788-2631.
POTLUCK PICNIC AT FIRST UMC
The 2015 Wisconsin-Upper Peninsula Michigan Potluck Picnic is scheduled for Feb. 14 at First United Methodist Church, 38635 Fifth Ave., in Zephyrhills. Registration starts at 10 a.m., followed by activities at noon. Guests should bring a dish to share for 10 to 12 people, and a place setting.A meat dish, coffee and dessert will be provided. No alcoholic beverages are allowed.The cost is $4 per person. For information, call Jim Leitzke at (813) 780-1549.
BIKE RIDE CANCER FUNDRAISER
Tiffany Yip will host a cancer fundraiser in honor of her father, Jesse Sparks, Feb. 15 at 8:30 a.m. at Starkey Park, 10500 Wilderness Park Blvd., in New Port Richey.The fundraiser is a 30-mile bike ride. Riders of all levels are welcome.This is not a race. Guests are asked to donate $30 to join the ride. Sandwiches and water will be provided at the finish, along with lawn games. For information and how to make a donation, visit “30 for 30:The Sparky Starkey Ride” on Facebook.
LOQUAT WALKING TOUR
East Madison Growers is hosting a Loquat Walking Tour Feb. 15 at 11 a.m., in the East Madison neighborhood of New Port Richey. The group was formed to help improve the natural and cultural ecology of the community. Participants will learn to identify loquat trees, note their location, and get the word out about the Loquat Festival on April 4.To participate in the walking tour, visit EastMadison.org, or email FriendshipFarmsFare@gmail.com.
QUAIL HOLLOW BIKER BASH
Quail Hollow, 6225 Old Pasco Road in Wesley Chapel, will host a Biker Bash Feb. 15 starting at noon.There will be food and drink specials throughout the day, and live music. For information, call (813) 333-0033, ext. 624.
PASCO COUNTY FAIR
The 68th Annual Pasco County Fair “Country Roots & Cowboy Boots” will be Feb. 16 through Feb. 22 at the Pasco County Fairgrounds, 36722 State Road 52 in Dade City.There will be daily entertainment, midway rides, a food court, craft exhibits and a championship rodeo.There will be a special butterfly release prior to the fair on Feb. 13 at 1 p.m., by the Pasco County Master Gardeners at the Butterfly and Blooms exhibit.Admission to the fair is $8 for adults, $5 for children ages 6-12, and $3 on Feb. 17. For fair information, visit PascoCountyFair.com, or call (352) 5676678. For butterfly information, call (352) 518-0156.
CONSERVATIVE CLUB MEETING
The Conservative Club of East Pasco will meet Feb. 16 at 6:30 p.m., at the Women’s Club of Zephyrhills, 38549 Fifth Ave., in Zephyrhills.The guest speaker will be Dan Peterson, executive director for the Coalition for Property Rights. Installation of board members and officers also will take place. For information, contact Nils Lenz at (813) 782-9491 or nilslenz@gmail.com.
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The Pasco Fine Arts Council is taking registrations for the Winter II class session that will run Feb. 17 through March 28. Classes are available in watercolor, acrylics, oil, pottery, ceramics and more.The Council is located at 5744 Moog Road in Holiday.To register, call (727) 845-7322, or visit PascoArts.org.
FREE MASTERWORKS FOR KIDS
The Florida Orchestra will offer free tickets for children 18 years and younger to attend the Tampa Bay Times Masterworks concerts, with the purchase of one full-price adult ticket. Beethoven’s Symphony No. 4 is slated for Feb. 20 to Feb. 22. For information, locations and tickets, call (727) 892-3337
DUNEDIN MARDI GRAS
The 24th annual Dunedin Mardi Gras Parade and Festival will be Feb. 17 from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m., at the Pioneer Park Pavilion.The event will include music, vendors, a Tampa Bay food truck rally, craft beer trucks, a pageant, photo booth and more.The 50-float parade starts at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free. For information, visit DunedinMardiGras.com.
VETERANS CAREER WORKSHOP
CareerSource is hosting a Veterans Workshop Feb. 18 from 10:30 a.m. to noon at 7361 Forest Oak Blvd., in Spring Hill.The workshop will help explain the Workforce Investment Act, a federally funded program to assist with the cost of career training. Participants must either be eligible to work in the United States and a resident of Pasco or Hernando county, receive food stamps or meet low income guidelines, or receive unemployment compensation or have a letter of layoff. For information, call (727) 484-3444.
WINTER AUTOFEST
The Zephyrhills Winter AutoFest will be Feb. 19 through Feb. 22 at 2738 Gall Blvd., in Zephyrhills.The festival is a collector and classic car swap meet.Admission is $10 daily for adults. Children ages 12 and younger are free. Event passes are available for $30. Parking is free. For information, visit CarlisleEvents.com.
FATHER-DAUGHTER DANCE
Pasco County Parks & Recreation will host a Father-Daughter Dance Feb. 20 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at the Land O’ Lakes Recreation Complex, 3032 Collier Parkway. The dance is for children ages 15 and younger.There will be photos, door prizes, raffles and refreshments.The cost is $15 per pair, and $5 for each additional child. Registration deadline is Feb. 18. For information, call (813) 929-1220.
WOMAN’S CLUB SEEKS FLEA MARKET DONATIONS
The GFWC Lutz-Land O’ Lakes Woman’s Club is looking for donations of clothing, household items, décor and small appliances for its annual flea market at the Old Lutz School, 18819 N. U.S. 41 in Lutz. Club members will be available Monday and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to noon at the school to collect donations.The flea market will be March 6 and March 7. For information on donations, call (813) 9491937 or (813) 948-4752.
GOODWILL BOOK DRIVE
Goodwill’s BookWorks children’s literacy program is hosting a book drive through March 15. It is asking Hillsborough and Pasco county residents to donate children’s books in good condition.To donate books, attach a note indicating “For BookWorks,” and drop them off at any GoodwillSuncoast store or donation site. For locations, visit Goodwill-Suncoast.org.
ACTORS SOUGHT FOR SUNLIT FESTIVAL
Venue Theatre’s educational group The Famous Dead Authors is looking for actors to portray famous dead Florida authors for the upcoming SunLit Festival in downtown St. Petersburg in March.The actor will physically recreate a living portrait of the author, speak about the author’s life, and read or recite from their work. For information, call (727) 822-6194, or email venueactorstudio@gmail.com.
LEARN TO TANGO
The Tampa Bay Tango Club and Tampa Downtown Partnership offer a free weekly tango class at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, 600 N.Ashley Drive, in Tampa, on Thursdays at 6 p.m., through March.All skill levels are invited. For information, call (813) 2213686.
ADULT WATERCOLOR CLASSES
Pasco County Parks and Recreation is offering ongoing adult watercolor classes at the Land O’ Lakes Community Center, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd.The classes are for ages 18 and older, for beginners and experts.The cost is $10 per class. For a list of needed materials, and dates and times, call (813) 929-1229.
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The Glen Haven Western Square Dance Club will host dance lessons on Mondays from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., at the Glen Haven clubhouse, 37251 Chancey Road in Zephyrhills.Walt Lougee will call beginner level lessons first, followed by plus level lessons. For information, call (813) 7825742.
WEEKLY BINGO AT FOP LODGE
The Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 29, 21735 YMCA Camp Road in Land O’ Lakes, will host bingo every Tuesday at 6 p.m., for ages 18 and older. Doors open at 4 p.m.The lodge is located at the corner of U.S. 41 and Bell Lake Road. For information, call (813) 928-2294.
MARINE FOREVER GROUP MEETS The Marine Forever Veterans Group meets every Monday at 6:30 p.m., at Beef O’ Brady’s, 21539 Village Lakes Shopping Center Drive in Land O’ Lakes.All active duty, retired and veteran marines and spouses are invited. For information, visit Marine4Ever.com.
SUNDAY BICYCLE RIDE
Every Sunday at 8 a.m., riders can meet at Publix in the Shoppes at New Tampa, 1920 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., for a 25-mile ride through southern Pasco County and northern Hillsborough County. Helmets are required. Riders will keep a speed of 12 mph to 14 mph.The rides are free. For information, call (859) 948-4684.
THE COUNTRY FLEA MARKET
The J.F. Swartsel Masonic Lodge, 3109 Lutz Lake Fern Road in Lutz, will host its monthly fish fry Feb. 20 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.The cost is $10 for eat-in and $8 for carry-out.
The Country Flea at Hillbilly Farms, 10325 U.S. 98 in Dade City, will take place the second Saturday of every month through May, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.The market will feature locally grown produce, plants, garden accessories, home décor, handpainted furniture, soaps, jams, quilts, arts and crafts, and jewelry.There will be hot dogs and gluten-free products available. For information and vendor details, call Lucy Avila at (352) 521-5858, or email lucyavila707@gmail.com.
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The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, is hosting a Digital Photography Composition class Feb. 21 from 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Discussions will include elements of design and how to photograph pets, kids, action, portraits, landscapes, and black and white images. No experience is necessary. For information and to register, call (813) 929-1214.
FAMILY FAIRE SEEKS VENDORS
Momcierge is hosting a Family Faire Feb. 28 from noon to 4 p.m., at Atonement Lutheran Church, 29671 State Road 54 in Wesley Chapel.The organization is seeking local businesses that provide goods and services to Pasco County residents. For more information and applications, visit Momcierge.net.
Zephyr Sound, an informal ladies barbershop chorus, is recruiting new members. Practices are every Monday afternoon at 2 p.m., in the Fellowship Hall at Zephyrhills Wesleyan Church, 38924 C Ave.Women of all ages are invited. For information, call (352) 588-4492, or come to a rehearsal.
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Centennial Eagles Aerie 4399, 15924 U.S. 301 in Dade City, hosts a steel tipped darts tournament on Monday nights at 7 p.m., nickel bingo on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., bar bingo on Thursdays at 7 p.m., Friday dinners from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., and a pool tournament on Fridays at 7 p.m.The public is welcome to all events. For information, call (352) 567-9755.
Aiming to touch the sky at new skate park By Kathy Steele ksteele@lakerlutznews.com
The first skateboarder to roll through the new Zephyrhills Skate Park earned his sweet ride. Dalton King, 10, dropped his board’s wheels onto the concrete surface as dozens of skateboarders gathered to christen the city’s skate park, said Shane LeBlanc, public works director for the city of Zephyrhills. A crowd of more than 400 people turned out for the grand opening on Jan. 31, according to city estimates. “Due to all his fundraising efforts, we knew (Dalton) was going to be the first kid to skate at the park,” LeBlanc said. King made the rounds of local car dealerships in search of donations to pay for the new skate park. But, he also had a lot of help. The $251,000 cost of constructing a modern, up-to-date skate park became a community effort that paid off.
A skateboard rider waits for his turn to take on the course at the Zephyrhills Skate Park.
Zephyrhills resident, Nigerian Mosley, is a regular at the park. Here he hangs airborne as his board flips right side up for his landing.
“street” surfing. Skateboarding today is an action sport enjoyed by 10 million to 11 million people in the United States. “Every year you get a fresh crop of skateboarders,” said Porrata. “It’s ever, ever growing.” LeBlanc stopped by one afternoon soon after the ribbon-cutting and found about 50 people either skateboarding or watching on the sidelines. City officials hope the skate park will have an economic benefit. “We want to hold amateur events,” LeBlanc said. As Dade City resident Casey McAuley, 22, jumps — his skateboard stays right with him. The city council plans to name the park after its longest-sitting council member, It began when young skateboarders took Porrata of Team Pain, a company based in Clyde Bracknell, who retired in 2009. He a petition to the Zephyrhills City Council Winter Springs that designed the skate facil- learned of the honor shortly before opening asking that the city replace an aging asphalt ity. day. skate park that opened more than a decade “It’s a perfect example of a small commu“I was thrilled. I’m very excited. It’s not ago at Krusen Field. nity park,” Porrata said. something I ever expected,” Bracknell said. “It was deteriorating,” LeBlanc said. Two community meetings were held to “It’s a gorgeous park, and it’s up to date.” Upgrading the existing one would take a find out what everyone wanted from the At Zephyrhills High School, Bracknell lot of money. skate park. The final design has two ele- played on the basketball team that won the Building a state-of-the art skate park ments, a street course and a surfer-style state championship in 1962. He also played seemed the better route, the public works bowl. baseball, ran a “little track”, and was a Special director said, even though that alternative Skateboarders weren’t the only ones Olympics coach for about 25 years. was pricey, too. who weighed in on the plans. While on city council, he got behind a Private donations from individuals and And, the skateboarders who participated plea from young skateboarders to build the businesses made the skate park a reality. weren’t all young, either, Porrata said. city’s original skate park. The Tony Hawk Foundation also kicked in Most boarders are age 7 to 17, he said. But skateboarding isn’t a sport that he’s $7,500, and a private donor contributed But many 40-year-olds, or older, who grew tried. $5,000, LeBlanc said. up skateboarding still ride, he said. “I only watch it on TV,” Bracknell said. Enough money came in that the skate Skateboarding took hold in the 1950s His son did have a skateboard, Bracknell park grew from a planned 7,500-square-foot when California surfers slapped roller skate added. facility to 9,000 square feet in size, said Tito wheels to wood planks and invented “I stood on it one time,” he said.
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He’s seen his share of love stories through the years By B.C. Manion bcmanion@lakerlutznews.com
As Valentine’s Day approaches, jewelry stores and florists are ramping up to handle the heavy demand that this day — set aside for love and romance — creates. Through the years, Tom Vanater, owner of Nabers Jewelry at 6951 Gall Blvd., in Zephyrhills, has seen his share of love stories. He recalls one couple, in particular, that came into his shop to purchase an anniversary ring. They were celebrating their 50th anniversary. The man told the jeweler how he met his wife. “He was at a dance and he looked across the room and said, ‘I’m going to marry that girl.’ “He was about 6-foot-4. She was about 5foot-3. “He was in uniform. He asked her to dance. He told her he wanted to marry her. “He left (for World War II) like three days later. “She waited for him to come back.� “Some of the hardships that they’ve gone through. And some of the things they’ve endured — to stay together through all that,� Vanater said, marveling at the couple’s enduring love. As a jeweler, he’s had the chance to be part of many happy occasions — as patrons selected jewelry for engagements, weddings, anniversaries, graduations, retirements and other special occasions. Jewelry helps convey a feeling of connection, Vanater said. In many families, it is passed on from one generation to the next, and people often become quite attached to it because of the emotional bond it represents, he said. Nabers Jewelers was established by Myron Nabers in 1933, offering jewelry services to residents in East Pasco. Vanater bought the business more than three decades ago. Now, he’s retiring from the business and liquidating the store’s contents so he can focus his energies on his real estate interests. Vanater, originally from Charleston, West Virginia, didn’t set out to become the owner of a jewelry store. After graduating from college, he went to work as a salesman for a company in New York that imported costume jewelry. He decided to move to Florida, after being snowed in at a hotel while on a business trip near Eerie, Pennsylvania. That snowstorm motivated him to move
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An opportunity arose for him to move into management, so he took it. Next, he went to work for a distributor representing Citizen Watch Co. “They were a wholesale jewelry distributor, from Tampa to New Orleans. I covered the territory selling to jewelry stores,� he said. But then, he said, “my daughter was born, and I wanted to get off the road.� That’s when he found out that Nabers Jewelers was up for sale, and he bought it. “The store wasn’t open if I wasn’t there, the first few years. I started the store with Tom Vanater watches as a customer enters Nabers Jewelers. The store is currently liquidating its stock at 6951 myself and two part-time people,� he said. Gall Blvd., in Zephyrhills. Vanater is retiring to shift his At one point, he had a focus to his real estate interests. store in Dade City and one in Zephyrhills, but he later deto Florida, where his parents had already cided to combine them. moved, he said. “When you’re doing two stores, you’re He needed a job, so he found one work- trying to run them both yourself,� he said. ing at a jewelry store at Eastlake Mall. “So it really is very difficult.�
Within a year of combining the stores, he found he was doing more sales in that store than he had in both of his stores, combined. Over the years, the store has changed locations. The current location is in a shopping center he built. “It’s worked out beautifully. It’s been a great location for us,� he said. Working in the jewelry business has its share of challenges because it requires a great deal of knowledge about gems, settings and other technical aspects of the business, as well as the ability to stay tuned into trends and deliver reliable and trustworthy service,Vanater said. But it has many rewards, as well. “It’s a fun business. You’re experiencing a happy time in someone’s life, almost always. They’re either buying something for someone as a gift, that gets them excited, or they’re buying something for themselves that is very exciting for them,� he said. He hopes that the new owner will find as much success in the business as he has. “I hope it makes it to 100 years – Nabers Jewelers. It’s a good service to the community, and it’s a good living for whoever owns it,�Vanater said.
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WIZARDS, from page 1A could raise some serious money. The PSTA could see around $5,000 if the event is successful,Auker said. The PSTA receives a portion of ticket revenue and merchandise sales at the game. They’re hoping for a crowd of about 600, but they can sell up to 1,000 tickets. That money would go a long way toward providing necessary resources for the school.The PSTA provides technology items for some classrooms, as well as money for
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the proposed Cypress Creek Town Center, a master-planned community with three developers working on different residential and commercial phases of the project. This project isn’t the only thing kicking up dirt along the State Road 56 corridor, near Interstate 75. Mercedes Benz is building a dealership on the east side of the interchange, Richard E. Jacobs Group and Sierra Properties are working on plans for more retail, and an ice hockey and skating complex is on the drawing board.
Stanley Giannet, provost at Porter Campus at Wiregrass Ranch, sees new opportunities arising for students at the PHSC campus. Besides internships and jobs, there may be scholarships, too, Giannet said. The college offers associate degrees in areas such as business administration, business operations and marketing. All are relevant to Pasco County’s retail growth, including the outlet mall, Giannet said. “It’s going to have a positive effect for students on campus and the community at
large,” Giannet said. Besides leading the college, Giannet was named Business Leader of the Year and Honorary Mayor of Wesley Chapel in 2014 by the Wesley Chapel chamber. He also serves on the chamber’s board of directors. He envisions future partnerships between college faculty, chamber members, store representatives and the developer that will benefit everyone and contribute to the outlet center’s success. “I’m looking forward to doing outreach to them,” Giannet said.
food and decorations at school dances.They also help provide clothing for some students as well. “Our school requires children to wear uniforms, so we buy clothing for some of our underprivileged families,” Auker said. They also provide spirit wear, clothing for physical education classes and school supplies. If the Wizards’ game is a success, the PSTA would like to try other unusual fundraising ideas, Auker said.The feedback has been good so far, and she’s anticipating a good turnout from families who want to see something different, have a good time and
help the school’s cause. Because attendees don’t have to be affiliated with the school, it’s something anybody can attend and enjoy. “We thought, why don’t we put on an event, something that fathers can take their sons out to, moms can take the kids out to and just have a nice night of watching basketball,” she said. Auker probably won’t be on the court that night, but she isn’t too concerned about the final score.The number that really matters is how much money is raised. To drum up interest the school is having a pep rally at the school Feb. 16 at 2:30
p.m., with some Wizards players in attendance. When it’s time to start shooting hoops, Auker hopes to see bleachers full of children and smiles on their faces. “It will be a very fun time,” she said.“I’m just hoping the children enjoy it as much as I’m enjoying putting it on for them.” Tip-off time is 7 p.m., on Feb. 17.Tickets are $8 for students and $10 for adults in advance, or $10 for students and $12 for adults at the door. Reserved seating is available for $15, and courtside seats are $40. For information and to buy tickets, visit HarlemWizards.com or email LibertyMSPTSA@gmail.com.
SANDERS, from page 1A Pasco County.The school will serve kindergarten through fifth grade and can accommodate 762 students. While students streaming into the school this fall will be greeted by the latest in technology and new approaches to learning, the school’s history also will be honored through a special display. Some people don’t need a special display to remind them how the school used to be. Andrea Macomber Frank is one of five grandchildren of Gertrude Godwin, who taught at Sanders for about five decades. “Of course, her children, our mother, aunt and uncle went there also,” said Frank, who now lives in Daytona Beach. Long-time residents of Land O’ Lakes likely recall her grandmother, who was known as a strict disciplinarian, said Frank, who was in the area during the holidays with her brothers, Bruce and Mike Macomber. “She used to thump people,” Bruce Macomber said. “She could pinch you,” Mike Macomber added. Her approach to discipline wouldn’t fit in today, they said, but her devotion to teach-
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ing would. Because she was their grandmother, they had the benefit of learning from her at home and at school. “She taught me to read when I was 3 years old,” Bruce Macomber said. Their grandmother had high expectations, especially of them, they said. “You were always expected to be a little better than everybody else because if you weren’t, the principal didn’t come to you, they went to your grandmother. “In the ninth-grade, we all went on strike one day because we wanted to have a
school dance and they wouldn’t let us have a school dance. So we all sat out by this huge pine tree. There were only about 20some kids in our class. “And, all of a sudden I hear yelling out the window: ‘Bruce Macomber, you and those kids get up right now and get back in your class,’ ” he said. She commanded respect. “The kids would listen to her,” he said. She taught generations of families, and when she died, the church was packed with people who came to pay their respects, they said. They don’t know what she would make
of the new approaches that will be used at Sanders when it opens, but they know she would support efforts to provide a quality education for children. During a news conference, announcing that applications were being accepted for Sanders, Pasco County Schools Superintendent Kurt Browning said that the district’s first magnet school makes it clear that the district recognizes the need to offer more educational choices. “As a district, we know we need to compete for the students we serve,” Browning said, at the time.
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LIBRARIES Land O’ Lakes Branch Library • Taste of Sunshine Book Club, 5 p.m., Feb. 11 and Feb. 12 • Afternoon Movie, 1:15 p.m., Feb. 12 • Teen Anti-Valentine’s Day Dance, 7 p.m., Feb. 13 • Toddler Time, 10 a.m., Feb. 14 • Pre-Teen Gaming, 2 p.m., Feb. 14 • Beginning Japanese, 3 p.m., Feb. 14 and Feb. 28 • Teen Event TBA, 6 p.m., Feb. 17 • Family Night Out TBD 6:30 p.m., Feb. 17 • Android and Ebooks, 10 a.m., Feb. 18 • Land O’ Lakes Book Club, 1:30 p.m., Feb. 18 • Friends of Land O’ Lakes Library Meeting, 2:30 p.m., Feb. 18 • Senior Games, 10 a.m., Feb. 19 • Kids Crafts TBD, 2 p.m., Feb. 21 • AARP Safe Driving Class, 10 a.m., Feb. 24 • 16-plus Game Night, 6 p.m., Feb. 27 • Land O’ Lakes Lego Club, 10:15 a.m., Feb. 28 • Pre-teen Event, 2 p.m., Feb. 28 The library, at 2818 Collier Parkway, can be reached at (813) 929-1214. It is closed Sundays and Mondays. Austin Davis Public Library • Baby Time, 11:30 a.m., every Tuesday • Tech Boulevard, 10:15 a.m., every Wednesday • Wee Artists, 1:15 p.m., every Wednesday • Toddler Time, 10:30 a.m., every Thursday • Toddler Time, 11 a.m., Feb. 12 and Feb. 19 • Storytime, 1 p.m., Feb. 16 and Feb. 23 • Tai Chi with Bonnie Birdsall, 6:15 p.m., Feb. 16 and Feb. 23 • Microsoft Excel: Charts and Graphs, 3 p.m., Feb. 17 • Puppet Show: Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People’s Ears, 3:30 p.m., Feb. 19 • Business Law: Options for Starting A Small Business, 3 p.m., Feb. 18 • Microsoft Excel: Budgets, 3 p.m., Feb. 24 • Teen Advisory Board, 5 p.m., Feb. 24 The library is located at 17808 Wayne Road in Odessa, and can be reached at (813) 273-3652.
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Fellowship, candidates should be graduates of a Florida high school or currently enrolled at a Florida college or university as a rising junior or senior, or a graduate student. Applicants should exhibit strong leadership, written and oral communication skills, community activism and a desire to serve the people of Florida. Approximately 12 students from around the state will be selected based on a competitive application process. Students can visit FloridaFellows.com to learn about the expectations and requirements of the program, as well as read testimonials from alumni. Interested students must apply online, and the site includes complete information about the application process. Applications are due by March 15. The Fellowship will follow the university calendar starting in August 2015 and end in May 2016. The Governor’s screening and selection committee will announce the program participants in May 2015. For more information on the Gubernatorial Fellows Program, please visit FloridaFellows.com.
Gov. Rick Scott is encouraging college and university students to apply for the 2015-2016 Gubernatorial Fellows Program. Those taking part in the program get a firsthand, high-level experience and insight into how state government operates, according to a news release from Scott’s office. The program was established in 2004, and endowed by the Hoffman Foundation in 2005. It gives Florida college and university students the unique opportunity to work alongside state government’s top staff for two semesters. Gubernatorial Fellows are assigned to the executive office of the governor and to the governor’s agencies, based on their major or area of concentration. Fellows work a minimum of 20 hours per week and are paid for their time on the job. Fellows will also receive tuition waivers from their college or university to cover the cost of their tuition as they continue their studies throughout the program year. To be eligible for a Gubernatorial
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The Medical Center of Trinity, 9330 State Road 54, will host Helping Hands, an autism support group, Feb. 11 at 7 p.m. The group provides support to parents, family members and friends affected by autism and related neurological disorders. For information, contact Jonica Chittum at (813) 402-9442 or send her an email at jonica.chittum@HCAHealthcare.com.
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The Heart Institute at Oak Hill Hospital will host a Heart Failure Symposium Feb. 11 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at Silverthorn Country Club, 4550 Golf Club Lane in Brooksville. The topic will be “Managing Your Heart Failure” and will feature a panel of Oak Hill Hospital health care specialists. There will be an open house from 4 p.m. to 4:45 p.m., so guests can meet the hospital’s heart team and local home health care agencies. A hot meal will be served. For reservations, call (352) 597-6333, (352) 628-6060, or you can visit OakHillHospital.com.
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Hospital names new director of marketing Florida Hospital Zephyrhills has named Susan Frimmel as its new director of marketing. Frimmel comes from Bayfront Health Brooksville and Bayfront Health Spring Hill where she served as the system director of marketing for two years. Prior to her role at Bayfront, she worked at Pasco Regional Medical Center for 12 years as director of marketing. Frimmel is a graduate of Saint Leo University with a degree in business administration. She also has an associate of science degree in sales and marketing from St. Petersburg College.
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Sign Here: Local athletes commit to colleges By Michael Murillo mmurillo@lakerlutznews.com
High school seniors are used to writing. On Feb. 4, though, a number of studentathletes did some writing that will change their lives. “It feels good,” said Austin Yeloushan, a senior at Sunlake High School. “Finally, I’m committed and ready to go play somewhere.” Yeloushan was one of thousands of athletes around the country who participated in National Signing Day, the first day that a high school football player can sign a binding letter of intent with a member school of the National Collegiate Athletic Association. Yeloushan accepted an offer to attend Jacksonville University, where he’ll also play on defense for the Dolphins. In addition to the football opportunity, he was impressed with the school’s academic offerings and its location. He plans to study business. He’s also working out several times a day and adding in a lot of running in order to get ready to play football at the collegiate level. Although he had a stellar high school career, Yeloushan knows that the level of competition is tougher in college, and he wants to be prepared. “I feel like everyone that’s really good from their high school goes to college. So it’s just going to be like a big all-star game,” he said. Jaye Miner, a linebacker from Wiregrass Ranch High School, feels the same way. “In college it’s like an all-star team every game,” he said. “I know I can’t take anything easy. Everyone’s going to be bigger, stronger, faster.” Miner received 14 offers to play football at the next level, and chose Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton on National Signing Day. He plans to study photography, sports medicine or marine biology in the classroom, and learn from his more experienced teammates on the football field. He might be getting some early experience himself when the Owls’ season starts. Due to a lack of linebacker depth at FAU, Miner said he has a good chance of starting games early in his career. If he’s in the starting lineup when the Owls play Florida International University on Oct. 31, he’ll face off against a former teammate’s new school. Mark Hutchinson, a Wiregrass Ranch wide receiver, sat next to
Miner on Feb. 4 and signed his own papers to play at the next level. He chose FIU and will attend on a full scholarship. Not bad for a kid who was cut from his seventh-grade football team. “It was my first year. I was scrawny. I was a skinny little boy,” Hutchinson recalled.“So I had to put in a lot of work, a lot of effort and focus. Because I knew this was something I wanted. I wanted to be an athlete in high school.” Now that he’s completed a standout athletic career in high school, Hutchinson knows he’ll have something to prove when he enters college as a freshman. But working his way up is nothing new for Hutchinson. He started his freshman year on the junior varsity team before earning a promotion to varsity. He’s focusing on adding strength in MICHAEL MURILLO/STAFF PHOTOS the off-season to be prepared Family members surround Mark Hutchinson, left, and Jaye Miner of Wiregrass Ranch High School as they when they call his number. sign their letters of intent to play college football. They’re the first players in the school’s history to sign Miner and Hutchinson are with NCAA Division I schools. good friends and have been playing together for years. And even before they were seriously thinking about Division I college football and making big life decisions, this is a moment they considered. “In Mark’s room right now, he has a chalkboard wall. It says ‘D-1 bound.’ We wrote that when we were in seventh grade,” Miner said. Friends and family were in attendance at National Signing Day to congratulate the athletes, coaches praised their abilities, and the schools served cake to help celebrate the event. And while they’re proud of their athletes and have confidence in them at the next level, those athletes are leaving big shoes to fill on their football teams. When the new season comes around, the coaches will have to replace their talented athletes who have moved on from Friday night games to playing on Saturdays. “You miss all your seniors. You really do,” said Sunlake coach Bill Browning at Sunlake head coach Bill Browning reads off a list of Austin Yeloushan’s accolades before he Yeloushan’s signing event. “And he’s been resigns to play football at Jacksonville University. ally successful here, so we’ll miss him.”
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Kim Devoe, left, and Erica Man shared the spotlight with football player Austin Yeloushan at Sunlake’s National Signing Day celebration on Feb. 4.
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FEB. 6 Softball Wiregrass Ranch 14, Anclote 5 Land O' Lakes 3, Hudson 1 Pasco 13, Central 6 Zephyrhills 10, Weeki Wachee 3 Boys Soccer Sunlake 2, Taylor 0 (regional final) Wiregrass Ranch 1, Melbourne 0 (regional final) FEB. 11 Softball Hudson at Zephyrhills, 8 p.m. Wiregrass Ranch at Ridgewood, 7:30 p.m. FEB. 12 Baseball Wiregrass Ranch at Hudson, 7 p.m. Wesley Chapel at Mitchell, 7 p.m. Zephyrhills at River Ridge, 7 p.m. Softball Land O' Lakes at Central, 7 p.m. River Ridge at Pasco, 8 p.m. Boys Soccer Sunlake vs. Choctawhatchee, 10 a.m. (3A state semi-finals)
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The Land O’ Lakes Sun Devils, a 12U baseball team, will host a multifamily garage sale on Feb. 28 from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. The event will be at Lake Padgett Estates, 3831 Lake Padgett Drive in Land O’ Lakes. The money raised will go toward sendSHUTOUTS SEND SOCCER TEAMS ing the team to a tournament in Myrtle TO STATE TOURNEY Sunlake High School and Wiregrass Beach this summer. Items available will inRanch High School are about to wrap up clude lawn equipment, toys, games and their boys’ soccer season. sports equipment. For information, call Not because they’re playing poorly. There (813) 390-4754. just aren’t many teams left to beat. The Seahawks and the Bulls both GTBFC ACCEPTING ONLINE punched their tickets for the state tourna- REGISTRATIONS ment with shutout victories in the Jan. 6 The Greater Tampa Bay Football Club will regional finals. Sunlake (28-1) got past Taylor have online registrations for its upcoming High School, from Pierson, by a 2-0 margin. spring soccer league until Feb. 28. The eightWiregrass Ranch (25-1-1) slipped past week season runs from March 14 through Melbourne High School, 1-0. May 9 for boys and girls for U6 through Next up are the state semifinals. Sunlake U14/15 age groups. Games are on Saturday faces Choctawhatchee High School in the mornings at the fields near the Land O’ Lakes Class 3A state semifinals on Feb. 12. Recreation Complex, 3032 Collier Parkway. Wiregrass Ranch faces Chiles High School The cost is $69-$89 per player dependfrom Tallahassee in the 4A state semifinals ing on age. For information, contact Frank on Feb. 13. Coorey at fcoorey@verizon.net.
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While National Signing Day showcased high school football players who accepted offers to play at the next level, they weren’t the only ones with pens in their hands. On Feb. 4, two other Sunlake High School students signed commitments to attend colleges and participate in their respective athletic programs. Kim Devoe will be staying close to home, choosing to play soccer at nearby Saint Leo University. But Erica Man will have some traveling to do to reach her new campus: She’ll take her gymnastics talents to the University of Alaska. The girls signed their commitments at the same ceremony where Austin Yeloushan committed to attend and play football at Jacksonville University.
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As she creates the shapes for her Valentine Bear mailbox, 8-year-old Brianna Schwab peeks through the Valentine heart she cut out of construction paper in Jenni Jorski’s second-grade classroom.
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hildren in the younger grades at Academy at the Lakes School recently took on tasks to get ready for Valentine’s Day. They used recycled cereal boxes to fashion Valentine Bear mailboxes that will hold valentines for the day set aside for love and affection. While they followed the same pattern, they also showed some creative flair as they made their personal mailboxes at the private, independent school at 2331 Collier Parkway, in Land O’ Lakes.
Seven-year-old Luke Magnusson and his classmates work on cutting shapes from construction paper for their Valentine’s Day project.
Academy at the Lakes second-grade student, Chloe Kamat, 8, shows off her finished Valentine Bear mailbox.
Eight-year-old Will Pena prepares his scissors to begin cutting paper hearts at his desk.
CJ Fernandez, 8, is all smiles after cutting and pasting his mailbox in his classroom.
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The North Shore Animal League America offers some practical tips to encourage kids and pets to become best friends for life, while keeping all of them safe. If you’re thinking about adding a furry friend to your family, here are some pointers that can help create a happy home for your pets and keep your child from bites, scratches and other injuries. Here are some tips to help create a safe and happy relationship between your children and pets: • Do not approach any animal, even your own, when he or she is eating, sleeping, chewing on a toy, in its crate or caring for its young. • Pet an animal gently, with no pulling or tugging. Do not pet your animal from behind. • Don’t make loud noises or sudden moves when approaching an animal. • Ask an adult before approaching an animal you don’t know. If the adult says the pet is friendly, reach out your hand with the palm facing up and gently move it toward the pet’s nose for sniffing. Do not touch the animal’s eyes, ears, nose, mouth or genitals. • Avoid contact with a dog or cat’s waste, which can transfer disease. Young children are especially tempted to reach into the cat’s litter box; it looks like a minisandbox! Adults need to remember to never leave a young child unsupervised with an animal. Accidents can happen, even with the most trustworthy children and pets. It’s also important to prevent contact from your child and a dog, during times of heightened excitement — such as when
someone comes to the door, the dog is barking at a squirrel he sees in the yard, or when someone is approaching. It’s also important to teach children that animals are living creatures that rely on their caretakers for care and companionship. It’s also important to teach children how to behave when they are approached by a strange dog, the animal league advises. Instruct your child to stand perfectly still, like a tree, keeping their hands down at their sides. Do not run. Dogs enjoy chasing moving objects, including people. Do not stare into the dog’s eyes — in dog body language, that’s like asking for a fight. Do not scream, that can scare the dog. Back away slowly, one step at a time. Generally, a strange dog will merely sniff a child and walk away. If the dog does attack, however, your child needs to know that he or she should curl up in a tight ball and cover his or her face. For more information on pet issues, visit AnimalLeague.org.
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Your pet is part of the family. So when it comes to disaster preparedness, keeping pets safe should enter into the equation. Here are three simple ways pet owners can prepare for emergencies and prevent accidents: • The American Red Cross recommends taking a Pet First Aid Class to learn such basics as how to administer medicine, treat wounds, care for injuries and prepare for disasters. Whether you’re at home or on the road, these skills can save lives. • Depending on the type of emergency situation you’re faced with, your home may become an unsafe place to stay. Evacuation
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The Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce will host a Lunch N’ Learn Business Forum Feb. 19 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the chamber’s boardroom at 6013 Wesley Chapel Blvd., Suite 105. The guest speaker will be attorney NORTH TAMPA Dineen Wasylik, of DPW Legal, who will disCHAMBER MEETING The North Tampa Chamber of Commerce cuss the Top Five Intellectual Property will have a general meeting Feb. 12 at Mistakes Small Businesses Make and How to Brunchies Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch & Avoid Them. Wasylik is a certified intellectual Catering at 14366 N. Dale Mabry Highway. property expert. Guest speaker will be Mary McDonald, diRegistration is limited to 15 people. The rector of development with The Spring of cost is $15, including lunch. Tampa Bay. For information, contact the chamber ofDoors open at 11 a.m., for informal net- fice at (813) 994-8534 or email working. Serving begins at 11:30 a.m., and office@wesleychapelchamber.com. the program starts at 11:45 a.m. For early bird registration, people should BURGESS OPENS RSVP to the chamber office by 5 p.m., on DISTRICT OFFICE Feb. 10 to get the discounted rate of $16 State Rep. Danny Burgess will celebrate (The charge applies, whether or not you eat). the grand opening and ribbon cutting of his Reservations will be accepted after that date new district office on Feb. 24 at Creekside on the attendee check-in list for $21 payable Center, 35358 State Road 54 in Zephyrhills. online or at the door. The open house will be from 5 p.m. to 7 For directions or information, call (813) p.m., with the ribbon cutting at 5:30 p.m. 908-7023. The Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce, Greater Dade City Chamber of DADE CHAMBER BUSINESS Commerce, Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce, Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of BREAKFAST The Greater Dade City Chamber of Commerce and Pasco Hernando Hispanic Commerce will have its business breakfast Chamber of Commerce are co-hosting the Feb. 17 from 7 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., at The event. Creation Café at Florida Hospital Zephyrhills at 7050 Gall Blvd., in Zephyrhills. ROTARY CLUB NEEDS Florida Hospital Zephyrhills is the spon- BEE SPONSORS sor. The guest speaker will be orthopedic The Rotary Club of Wesley Chapel Noon surgeon Gerald “Trey” Alexander III who will needs sponsors for the third annual “BEE Part discuss the hospital’s Bone & Joint Center. of the Buzz”Adult Spelling Bee. Alexander’s expertise is in hip and knee reThe spelling bee will be April 10 at 6:30 placement and in revision of painful and p.m., at the Tampa Bay Golf & Country Club failed hip and knee replacement. at 10641 Old Tampa Bay Drive in San
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The Pasco Economic Development Council is hosting its 13th annual NetFest, which is short for Networking Festival, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., on March 5 at Starkey Ranch on State Road 54 in Odessa. The council is seeking sponsorships ranging from $500 to $2,000. The event is a casual night of food, drink and music — and a great chance to network. For more information, please visit PascoEDC.com.
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The Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce is launching a new event this year called the 2015 Community Fun Day and Business Expo. The event, open to everyone, will spotlight businesses and service providers in the northern area of Hillsborough and the central area of Pasco counties. There will be fun and games for kids, live entertainment, door prizes and a food truck rally. The event’s theme is “Keeping It Local — Moving our Businesses Forward.” The two-day event, free to the public, will be from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., on March 6 and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., on March 7. It will be at the Land O’ Lakes Recreation Complex, 3032 Collier Parkway in Land O’ Lakes. Sponsorships and booth spaces are available. Visit CentralPascoChamber.com for an application. For more information, call (813) 909-2722, or email office@centralpascochamber.com.
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The Greater Dade City Chamber of Commerce is looking for some volunteers to help with the chamber event season. With winter residents returning to the area, there are a number of activities the chamber needs help to staff. The chamber is looking for people who are friendly and outgoing, who have knowledge of the local area and activities, and are team-oriented. For information, email mfloyd@dadecitychamber.org.
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