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Florida could decide next president

By Kathy Steele

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Predictions as to which Republican candidate will come away with the prize of the national party’s presidential nomination is an impossible task this early in the race. But there is no doubt that Florida will be a pivotal state in a hard-fought 2016 election, according to Susan MacManus, a University of South Florida political scientist.

“There’s not another state in the country that will be this competitive,” she said. “It’s considered a bellwether, a microcosm.”

MacManus addressed about 30 people at the Conservative Club of East Pasco on June 15 at the group’s monthly meeting in Zephyrhills.

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Susan MacManus, a political scientist at the University of South Florida, offered insights into the 2016 presidential race to members of the Conservative Club of East Pasco.

The Interstate 4 corridor will be key to carrying the state, she said.

Gov. Rick Scott had just a 1 percent edge in votes along I-4 in his re-election victory over former Gov. Charlie Christ in 2014.

And, past presidential elections were decided by about that same slim margin.

“Almost half of registered voters are between Pinellas County and Daytona Beach,” MacManus said.

Florida mirrors the nation in demographics such as population age and diversity among registered voters, though not among total population.

It is a myth, MacManus joked, that people in Florida are 95 years or older. Also

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New restaurants planned for Cypress Creek Town Center

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Construction is nearly complete on the new Buffalo Wild Wings restaurant off State Road 56. A ribbon cutting is scheduled for July 3.

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to the Gate gas station and east of Cypress Ridge Boulevard. The area is a hot spot for new development including the recently Buffalo Wild Wings will open its doors in opened Mercedes Benz-Wesley Chapel. time for the Fourth of July celebrations.

Further east, just beyond the Interstate The ribbon cutting is scheduled for July 75 exchange, construction is under way on 3, with the first full week of operation kick- the Tampa Premium Outlets and the ing off July 6, said Dana Balch, the Cypress Creek Town Center. restaurant’s general manager.

The new Buffalo Wild Wings is the sec“We are super excited,” he said. “It’s been ond location for the Ohio-based chain. a long time in the making.”

Another restaurant is in New Port Richey.

Residents have come up to Balch and his The restaurant was founded in 1982 staff for weeks when they have been spot- with the name Buffalo Wild Wings & Weck. ted out and about sporting the Buffalo Wild It was popularized with the nickname, BWWings’ logos on their work uniforms.

3. But after the restaurant dropped the weck “There’s been a lot of excitement in roll for its sandwiches, a new nickname town to see a family friendly sports restau- found favor – B-dubs. rant,” he said.

Buffalo Wild Wings is known for its The local connection extends to employ- wings and selections of domestic, imported ees. Four out of five members of the and craft beers.The menu also features management team are Wesley Chapel resichicken tenders, popcorn shrimp, tacos, dents, including Balch. The restaurant is a salads, hamburgers and sandwiches. member of the Greater Wesley Chapel The restaurant will have plenty of televiChamber of Commerce. sions, too, for those who enjoy watching The restaurant is off State Road 56, next sports.

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BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse and the Panda Express are eyeing retail space at the Cypress Creek Town Center.

The proposed mall is located off State Road 56 at the Interstate 75 exchange. Adjacent to the site, the shops at Tampa Premier Outlets are taking form and shape for an anticipated October opening.

Representatives for BJ’s and Panda Express both had scheduled sit-downs with Pasco County planners within the past week to discuss their applications, according to county records.

Conceptual plans also are filed for both restaurants.

The restaurants join a growing list of retailers that have filed plans with Pasco County as part of the town center including Kohl’s, Chick-fil-A, Costco’s, Cheddar’s Casual Café and Culver’s.

BJ’s is planned as a 7,500square-foot restaurant with a menu that offers the eatery’s signature deep-dish pizza, as well as salads, pastas, steaks, baby back ribs and a kid’s menu.

The California-based restaurant was founded in 1978, and added its own handcrafted line of beers in the mid-1990s, according to its website.

Plans on file with the county show Panda Express as a 2,600square-foot restaurant, located within Cypress Creek Town Center at Grand Cypress Drive and Sun Vista Drive.

The family-owned restaurant also got its start in California in 1973, first under the name Panda Inn. Nearly a decade later, the Cherng family changed the name to Panda Express and now have more than 1,700 restaurants in the United States and Puerto Rico, according to the restaurant’s website.

Company representatives for Panda Express and BJ’s were not available for comment.

Developers could buy Hercules Park; donate land

By Kathy Steele

he agonized over his vote.

He explained: “We just don’t have the ability to turn down additional money right The city of Zephyrhills lost its bid to pur- now.” chase Hercules Park, but there is hope still The school district is recovering from that a large swath of the park and its aquatic significant budget cuts resulting from the center can become city property. economic crash in 2008. The lack of funding The Pasco County School Board unani- for capital improvement projects is critical, mously voted to begin negotiating the said school board member Cynthia park’s sale with developers from Gh&G Armstrong.

Florida LLC. Their bid for $2.3 million “It is our constitutional duty to do fidutopped Zephyrhills’s bid of $1.7 million for ciarily what is best for our people, our the 15.5-acre park. students, who are also the people in But Deputy School Superintendent Ray Zephyrhills,” she said.

Gadd said any deal brought back to the Other board members echoed those senschool board must stipulate that between timents despite impassioned pleas from 10 acres to 11 acres of the park would be Zephyrhills’ Mayor Gene Whitfield and othKATHY STEELE/STAFF PHOTO donated to the city of Zephyrhills. ers to accept Zephyrhills’ bid.

The acreage would include a fitness trail, “I’m disappointed,” Whitfield said. “We A jungle gym, picnic table and swing set go the children’s playground and the aquatic want the park. We’ll do everything we can. unused at Hercules Park, which was closed

by Pasco County four years ago for lack of center.

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School board member Allen Altman said

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Dade City native is a writing wizard

By Kathy Steele

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Wendell Speer is a prolific note-taker.

Paper and pen are ready at hand.

“You’ll get a million ideas wherever you go. If you don’t write them down, you’ll never remember them all,” he said.

Notes on slips of paper, written down in quiet moments on walks in the woods or in the hushed quiet of the local library, laid the trail that led to “Simon Peppercorn, Log in to Magic Space.”

Speer published his fantasy tale of the young wizard apprentice, Simon Peppercorn, more than eight years ago on his own. A Polish publisher translated the story and introduced it to a young reading audience in that country about three years ago.

About 2,000 copies sold in Poland, Speer said.

The American version is available at Amazon.com and BarnesAndNoble.com.

Copies also are available at the Hugh Embry Branch Library in Dade City.

Speer is at work currently on a series of “first-chapter” books including one about a magic pencil box and a young girl who brings it to life. He hopes to find an agent and publisher for his newest creations.

But Speer said he is realistic about his chances.

“I know I’m the underdog,” he said. “I don’t have the contacts. I don’t know people who know people.”

What he does have, Speer said, is a passion for writing that began with a sixth grade classroom assignment and a mystery story. By age 18, he knew that he wanted to write a book.

He followed his heart to the fantasy world and found Simon Peppercorn.

The book follows 12-year-old Simon on his journey into “Magic Space” in quest of adventure and a special crystal with powers to save him from being transformed into a werewolf. His journey begins in a typical small town in the real world, known as “Hardspace.”

Once he enters an alternate realm, Simon learns he is a novice wizard who

PHOTOS COURTESY OF WENDELL SPEER

Children at libraries in Poland lined up to get autographed copies of Wendell Speer’s book, ‘Simon Peppercorn, Log in to Magic Space.’

must confront dragons, werewolves, wicked witches, goblins and trolls.

The target audience is children ages 9 and older. As film, it would be a visual treat and even has theme park potential, Speer said.

Except for the Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling, Speer said there were few other books about wizardry. It seemed a natural to find his own niche with young readers.

“I read all the Harry Potter books,” he said.“I was enthralled by them.”

But Simon Peppercorn is different, said Speer who cites other influences such as the King Arthur tales, Polish folklore and Mark Twain.

“Harry Potter is very much a mystery book,” Speer said. “Simon Peppercorn is an adventure story. It’s like Huck Finn with magic.”

Speer has had his own adventures and a bit of wanderlust.

He grew up in Dade City and graduated from Pasco High School.

A scholarship took him to Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, where he earned a degree in mass communications.

That wasn’t his first choice as a major.

“I had always had an interest in film,” he said. But the university didn’t have a film program, so he settled for classes in film theory.

He also landed a nine-week film production internship. He helped out when actor Paul Newman taped a public service announcement and again when Newman taped a special segment for a television show honoring actor and director John Huston.

One summer, in the midst of his college studies, Speer took a trip to Europe where he met his future wife. She was a native of Poland and for the next 20 years or so, Speer lived much of the time in his wife’s country.

At the time, Poland was a Communist state under martial law. Later, the Solidarity uprising brought a revolution and the end of Communism.

“The people had a special spirit about them at that time,” he said. “That was truly amazing.”

His son was born in Warsaw in 1984.

Speer learned Polish and got work in film production, largely hired by foreign

Dade City resident Kelli Winn, at age 18, drew the illustration for the cover of ‘Simon Peppercorn, Log in to Magic Space.’

film companies that chose Poland as a backdrop for their movies.

When his book was published in Poland, Speer appeared on television shows to promote sales. He also visited local Polish libraries.

“I was a big hit with the 10-year-old Polish kids,” he said.

In the early 2000s, Speer returned to Dade City and worked as a substitute teacher, and also for two years as a child protective investigator for the Pasco County Sheriff’s Office.

He works part-time now at a local home improvement store.

In his spare time, Speer keeps dreaming up new stories and maybe imagining more Simon Peppercorn adventures.

“I plan eventually to do a real series,” he said. “There are possibilities for many spinoffs, with many characters. I have the same dreams as every creative person.”

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NATURE NOTES

Clearing up some myths about Spanish moss

By Whitney C. Elmore

Hence, it appears that Spanish moss is causing a problem, but it really isn’t.

So, Spanish moss is not killing trees.

On rare occasions, moss growth can be heavy enough to shade the leaves on trees causing photosynthesis to the host plant to slow, and that might result in slower growth.

But a healthy tree will outgrow the moss.

With heavy moss accumulation – the added weight can break branches.

So, it may be necessary to remove excess moss to keep limbs from breaking and causing damage to property, people or animals.

If you wish to remove the moss, keep in mind that it will grow back. While it’s usually best to have an arborist remove the moss, you can remove it by hand – just be careful not to fall or injure yourself.

Most of the time it simply isn’t necessary to remove the moss.

In fact, many birds build nests from Spanish moss, and other animals use it to build shelters. So, removing the moss can have a negative impact on wildlife.

Historically, Spanish moss has been used for everything from stuffing in cushions and mattresses to home insulation. Today, it’s more commonly found in floral and ornamental arrangements.

If the moss hanging from your plants bothers you, carefully remove it.

The rest of us will simply enjoy the view.

For more information about Spanish moss, call the UF/IFAS Pasco Extension Office at (352) 518-0156.

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Spanish moss is an icon, symbolic of lazy southern days.

It sways in the breeze, welcoming travelers to Florida.

Its tendrils trail, acting as a beacon to those looking for adventure in the Sunshine State.

But for some Florida residents, Spanish moss is not always such a welcome sight — especially if it’s hanging from our oaks, cypress trees and ornamental shrubs.

That’s because Spanish moss is often misunderstood.

Spanish moss is a bromeliad and not a moss at all.

It’s a perennial plant closely related to the pineapple.

Spanish moss is an epiphyte, which means it grows on other plants, but it isn’t a parasite.

Epiphytes gather nutrients from the air and even from the dust settling on the surface of their host plant. Spanish moss literally catches moisture and nutrients using tiny scales along its leaf surface and is quite drought tolerant.

When residents notice Spanish moss, or even ball moss, on plants that seem to be in decline, many automatically assume that the Spanish moss is the problem.

If fact, what you’re seeing is the moss inhabiting “easy” areas on the plants that are already struggling due to some other issue.

The Spanish moss (and ball moss) isn’t a parasite or a disease, so it rarely ever causes a problem.

Spanish moss doesn’t have roots, so it cannot “hook” itself into plants – it simply hangs on by wrapping itself around a structure and using it for support.

When a plant is struggling, the canopy will often thin exposing the Spanish moss that’s hanging on the plant to more sunlight. That causes the moss to grow more vigorously.

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Spanish moss is often misunderstood. Some people think the perennial plant is a parasite. But the truth is, this perennial is actually a bromeliad and rarely causes damage to its host plants.

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94-year-old pens her first book

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There was an excitement in the air on a Tuesday afternoon, as people gathered in the reception area in the building on East Chapman Road in Lutz.

People had trekked from such places at Georgia and Texas, Wesley Chapel and South Tampa, Carrollwood and Lutz, to be there.

They wanted to hear Gladys Kuhn — Gobby, to those who know her — talk about her first book.

It wasn’t a typical setting for a book signing, as this one was at Horizon Bay, a retirement home at 414 Chapman Road East.

And the author making her literary debut was 94 years old.

She didn’t read dramatic passages from her book, which is simply called “Gobby.�

Instead, she shared recollections from a past that is chock full of fun and adventure.

At the front of her 105-page book, Gobby offers this disclaimer: “To whoever reads this book: All the facts, dates, times and details may not be completely accurate. I am getting a little forgetful at 94.�

The book, which is dedicated to her children, tells the story of a woman who remembers when horses delivered the family’s milk, a card in the window let the ice man know how much ice to leave and movies cost a nickel each.

She recalls a time long before television, cellphones and computers.

Gobby grew up in Chicago during the Depression. “Sometimes the food on the table was pretty skimpy,� she writes. “Mom would make Brown Flour Soup, where she would brown the flour and butter in a fry pan, then slowly add water and onions. I hated it because it had onions in them, and I didn’t like them as a child.�

But she adds, “We always had homemade bread with it to fill the tummy and, sometimes, Mom would put a little sugar and canned milk on the bread if you didn’t like the soup.�

The book recounts her family’s life, as she was growing up — the jobs her father held, the homes they lived in and how they had fun.

She recalls getting a job in an embroidery factory after high school, to help pay for her dancing lessons.

That’s when she met her friend, Ruby Ryan, and the two of them joined a show that was heading to New York. “We played all of the big theaters,�

Gobby’s book recounts. “We interviewed with the Rockettes and got hired, but the war started and my brother was called to service, so my Mother made me come home.�

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Gladys Kuhn, known as Gobby to everyone who knows her, released her debut book at the age of 94. The memoir recounts growing up during the Depression, having a tryout with the Rockettes and Gobby’s many other adventures.

The book also follows Gobby’s marriage to Bob Kuhn and the family they had together.

It tells tales of her life as a Girl Scout leader and the adventures she shared with her scouts.

And, she recounts the family’s life on the lake in Odessa, and the good times she had while sailing.

Throughout the book, her love of life is evident. In fact, she concludes many portions in her memoir with this simple, declarative sentence:“Life is good.�

During her book chat, Gobby’s eyes lit up as she recalled the happy times that she’s had.

But she also told those gathered that she’s had her dark times, and for a period of time she had wanted to die.

But that was before she met Raymond Paradis, who also lives at Horizon Bay, she says, and when she mentions his name, she becomes joyful again.

Those gathered to celebrate Gobby’s book release were delighted to be there. “I think it’s pretty remarkable. My mother has always done remarkable things,� said her daughter, Lynda Rix, who lives in Lutz.

Her daughter, Kathi Traywick, of Ellijay, Georgia, helped Gobby organize her book. So did Melissa Horvath, now a graduate student, who was volunteering at Horizon Bay. Susan Cuellar, of Carrollwood, helped her mom to get started on the book. “A lot of times, as people age, we lose some of our hobbies,� Cuellar said. “I was looking for a new thing to kind of keep mom busy. Something for her to do. I had an old computer. She was having a hard time writing. I thought she could type. “And, it turned into a book,� Cuellar said.

The Gulf Harbors branch of the Pasco County Tax Collector’s Office will be able to accept applications for new concealed weapons permits, effective June 24.

During regular business hours, customers will be able to visit the Gulf Harbors location, 4720 U.S. 19 in New Port Richey, to apply for a concealed weapons permit, according to a news release from Pasco County Tax Collector Mike Fasano.

Fingerprints, photographs and related services will all be available to process new applications. “As tax collector, I am committed to improving customer service in every way I possibly can,� Tax Collector Mike Fasano, states in the release. “Processing concealed weapons permit

applications is an important service that until recently was carried out by state-level workers. With passage of legislation last year that allows the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services to delegate that responsibility to county tax collectors, our office was one of 30 in Florida to request the ability to provide this service. New applicants will be able to visit our office and quickly go through the steps to apply for a concealed weapons permit. The application will be sent to Tallahassee for approval and issuance,� Fasano says.

Concealed Weapons Permit services are available at the Gulf Harbors branch of the Pasco County Tax Collector’s Office on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. On Tuesdays and Thursdays they are available from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. “This service is not available on Saturdays at this time. Appointments for concealed weapons permit applications are not required.

For more information about any services provided by the Pasco County Tax Collector’s Office, visit PascoTaxes.com, or contact the Tax Collector’s Call Center Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., at (727) 847-8032, (813) 235-6076 or (352)-521-4338.

Getting outdoor spaces in shape for summer The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report

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Set yourself up for a season of better gardening, yard work, tinkering and auto repair by organizing your shed or garage. You’ll be more inclined to do these necessary tasks when you don’t have to search around in order to get started.

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The first Publix in Dade City likely will open its doors by early fall, according to Publix spokesman Brian West. An official announcement will be made about three weeks prior to the opening date.The approximately 45,000-square-foot grocery store will anchor the Shoppes of Dade City, at the corner of U.S. 301 and Clinton Avenue. The nearest Publix currently for Dade City residents is in Zephyrhills.

RIBBON CUTTING

Flowers by Viktoriya will have a ribbon cutting on June 24 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., at 5132 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., in Lutz.The shop is off the east side of U.S. 41, just south of Dupree Drive and the U.S. Post Office.

For information, contact the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce at (813) 909-2722, or email office@CentralPascochamber.com.

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East and Central Pasco Marketing Mania will take place June 25 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., at The Commons on Pretty Pond, 38130 Pretty Pond Road in Zephyrhills. The guest speaker will be Dominick De Petrillo, executive director of the Alzheimer’s Family Organization in New Port Richey.

Please RSVP. A continental breakfast will be provided. For information call (813) 7794501.

CHAMBER LUNCH

The North Tampa Chamber of Commerce will have a business luncheon on June 25 at 11:30 a.m., at IHOP, at 408 Bearss Ave., in Tampa. Lunch is ordered from the IHOP menu with costs starting at $6.39. All attendees will be able to order from the senior lunch menu. A minimum cost of $5 per person applies if no meal is ordered.

To RSVP by June 23, call Jenn Beaumont at j.beaumont@msn.com, or phone AIG at (813) 334-8998. For directions to IHOP, call (813) 960-2679.

40TH ANNIVERSARY FESTIVITIES

The Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce will host its 40th Annual Awards & Installation Banquet on June 26 at 6 p.m., at The Event Factory, at 7565 W. Hillsborough Ave., in Tampa.The event will celebrate award nominees and winners and include the introduction of newly elected board of directors.

The East Tampa Networking Group will have a family oriented mixer – “You’re Invited” – on June 29 at 6 p.m., at the Village Inn, at 5214 Gall Blvd., in Zephyrhills.This is a Dutch treat event with door prizes and a 5050 drawing that will benefit Helping Hands Pantry of Atonement Lutheran Church. The guest speaker will be Linda Boan, the retiring city clerk of Zephyrhills.

All of the group’s Ovation Award Winners, and the best speakers from the last two years, have been invited.

To RSVP by June 23, call Nils Lenz at (813) 782-9491, or email him at nilslenz@gmail.com. Guests can also contact Vice Chairwoman Rosie Paulsen at (813) 9096965, or email her at rosie@goodfathis.com.

NEW INCUBATOR

Micro Drone Vision is the newest on-site business to join the SMARTstart Business Incubator in Dade City.The program is operated by the Pasco Economic Development Council to encourage startups and grow new businesses.

Micro Drone provides education, safety training and Federal Aviation Administration certification training for unmanned aerial systems operators. Currently, the company is working with public and private schools to integrate drone flight training with their curriculum through workshops and summer camps.

For more information about Micro Drone, visit MicroDroneVision.com.

BUSINESS AWARDS

Pasco Economic Development Council will hand out Industry of the Year awards at its 29th annual banquet on Sept. 3 at Saddlebrook Resort in Wesley Chapel. More than 600 business and community leaders in Tampa Bay and Pasco County attend the event each year.There also will be a business trade show.

The awards recognize outstanding companies in the categories of manufacturing service, technology and nonprofits that operate in Pasco County.

The 23 nominees for this year’s awards are: Applicant Insight Inc.; Aviation Instrument Technologies Inc.; Big Storm Brewing Co.; Can Can Concealment LLC; Covanta Pasco; Easy Business Software Inc.; Electro Tape Specialties Inc.; Evolution Trikes; Fifth Third Bank, New Port Richey Branch; Florida Custom Mold Inc.; Florida Hospital Zephyrhills; Freedom Scooter & Supply LLC; Manufacturers Distributor Inc.; Millian-Aire Enterprises Corp.; Morton Plant North Bay Hospital; Oasis Pregnancy Care Centers of Pasco; Polaris Sales Co.; Preferred Materials; Retail Process Engineering LLC; SAHM Co.; The Laker/Lutz News; and Veterans Alternative Therapy.

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The Greater Dade City Chamber of Commerce honored Arthur Kirk, retiring president of Saint Leo University, at its June Business Breakfast. Kirk was recognized for his years of service and support to the university, the community and area businesses.

Kirk epitomized the motto “Good to Great” by moving Saint Leo forward, and he believes the university’s best years are yet to come.

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CARES GREETING CARD CLASS

There will be a diverse selection of books, audio and video media, magazines and related materials, most for less than $3. For information, call (352) 567-3576.

Community Aging & Retirement Services will offer a greeting card class June 25, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., at Commons on Pretty Pond, 38130 Pretty Pond Road in Zephyrhills. Participants should bring adhesive and paper snips. Other supplies will be provided.The cost is $10 per class.

For information and reservations, call (352) 206-0277.

$7 ZUMBA CLASSES

Flava Fitness Studio will offer $7 (cash) Zumba classes on Thursdays at 11 a.m., at 23600 State Road 54 in Lutz.All ages are welcome. For information, email Cecilia Flores at sunshinercc@yahoo.com.

WATERCOLOR INSTRUCTION

Community Aging & Retirement Services will offer watercolor instruction classes every Friday at 9:30 a.m., at Commons on Pretty Pond, 38130 Pretty Pond Road in Zephyrhills.The cost is $15 per session.

Participants must bring their own supplies.

For information and reservations, call (352) 523-1213.

FOOD PRESERVATION SEMINAR

Morningstar Fishermen, 33336 Old Saint Joe Road in Dade City, will offer a food preservation seminar June 26 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.Topics will include drying, freezing, fermenting, pickling, curing, canning and more.Admission is free. For information, call (352) 523-2722.

AARP CHAPTER MEETING

Land O’ Lakes AARP Chapter 4764 will meet June 26 at 10:30 a.m., at the Land O’ Lakes Community Center, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd.The guest speaker will be attorney Maurice Feller of Bay Area Legal.

For information, email pebross@verizon.net.

KIDS FITNESS SEMINAR WITH RAYS

Ron Porterfield and the Tampa Bay Rays training staff will present a free fitness seminar for kids ages 12 to 17 on June 27 from 10 a.m. to noon at Tropicana Field, 1 Tropicana Drive in St. Petersburg. Guests can learn about healthy living, exercise and activity. Parents are encouraged to stay and learn.All participants will receive a voucher for a future game.There will be a guest appearance by player David DeJesus.

For information and reservations, call (727) 342-5703, or email community@raysbaseball.com.

YARD SALE & CAR WASH

Messiah Lutheran Church’s social ministry will host Granny’s Attic & Yard Sale & Youth Car Wash on June 27 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the ministry’s center at the church, 14920 Hutchison Road in Tampa. For information, call the church office at (813) 265-0806.

INDOOR FLEA MARKET

Lutz Guv’na candidate KarenSue Molis will host an indoor flea market fundraiser for her campaign June 27 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Lutz Community Center, 101 First Ave., N.W. For information, call (813) 996-4909 or (813) 406-5986.

UKULELE WORKSHOP

The Tampa Bay Ukulele Society will host a free beginners ukulele workshop June 27 at 1 p.m., at New Tampa Regional Public Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd. Guests can learn about the instrument, how to tune, hold and strum, play chords, learn two songs and meet other ukulele enthusiasts. Ukuleles will be available for the first 10 participants. Bring a uke from home, or check one out from the library’s lending collection.The workshop is for adults and teens. For information, call (813) 273-3652.

JEFFREY COHAN TO SPEAK

Congregation Kol Ami, 3919 Moran Road in Tampa, will host guest speaker Jeffrey Cohan June 27 at Shabbat services at 9:30 a.m. Cohan is the executive director of Jewish Vegetarians of North America and the author of The Beet-Eating Heeb, a blog about the theology of vegetarianism. For information, call Mitchell Weiss at (813) 962-6338.

ART GALLERY OPENING

Bug’s Splatter, 5718 Sixth St., in Zephyrhills will open to the public on June 27.There will be a wine reception from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.The shop’s regular hours will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.,Tuesday through Saturday. For information, email Fran Byers at fbyers1@tampabay.rr.com.

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Zephyr Park Summer Fest

Simply Events will host a free Summer Fest in Zephyr Park, 38116 Fifth Ave., in Zephyrhills on June 27 from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. The event is pet friendly and will include vendors, a kids’ area, live entertainment, a watermelon-eating contest, a hot dogeating contest, family game challenges and a fireworks show at sundown. Proceeds will benefit the Sunrise Domestic Violence Center. For information, call (727) 6741464.

Summer plant festival

The University of South Florida Botanical Gardens will have a summer plant festival June 27 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and June 28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at 12210 USF Pine Drive in Tampa. There will be vendors, a children’s activity area and Saturday workshops. Admission is $5. Children younger than 12 are free. For information, visit Gardens.usf.edu, or call (813) 974-2329.

SummerJam at Skydive City

Skydive City, 4241 Sky Dive Lane in Zephyrhills, will host SummerJam 2015 on June 27. There will be a Kid Zone from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., live music from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., and food vendors. Admission is $5 for adults and $4 for kids, which includes entry to Kid Zone. Proceeds will go to three local children’s charities. For information and tickets, visit CrayConnect.com.

Freedom Festival

The Rotary Club of Wesley Chapel will present the Freedom Festival at The Shops at Wiregrass on July 3 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. There will be a Little Miss & Mr. Firecracker Pageant, bicycle decorating, watermelon-eating contest and fireworks. For information on the pageant, call Jennifer Cofini at (813) 907-7800, ext. 316. For general information, visit TheShopsAtWiregrass.com.

3D DESIGN AT MOSI

The Museum of Science & Industry, 4801 E. Fowler Ave., in Tampa, will host 3D Design for Everything on June 28 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Guests can learn about designing 3D models for 3D printing, digital prototyping, 3D art, 3D blueprints, and designing in 3D as a skill.There also will be software tools available to view. For information, visit MOSI.org.

ZEPHYRHILLS HIGH REUNION

The 45th annual Zephyrhills High School Alumni, Faculty & Friends Reunion will be June 28 at the Zephyrhills Lions Club, 5827 Dean Dairy Road. Registration starts at 11 a.m., followed by a covered-dish luncheon at 1 p.m., and announcements and recognitions at 2 p.m. Dress is casual.

Guests should bring a dish to share. Iced tea will be provided.Admission is free.

Donations will be accepted. For information, contact Clereen Morrill Brunty at (813) 782-8763 or Clereen@tampabay.rr.com.

SACRED MUSIC CONCERT

The Saint Anthony Choristers will present a Sacred Music Concert June 28 at 3 p.m., at Saint Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, 12144 Joe Herrmann Drive in San Antonio.

The choristers will make a pilgrimage to Vatican City to sing at the New Year’s Day Mass celebrated by Pope Francis on Jan. 1, 2016.Admission to the concert if free, but donations will be accepted. For information, call the church office at (352) 588-3081.

SMART DRIVER COURSE

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will offer the AARP Smart Driver class for drivers ages 50 and older on June 30 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Insurance companies may offer a discount for completing the class.The certificate is valid for three years.The cost for AARP members is $15, and $20 for non-members. For information, call Eugene Pool at (813) 9498585.

FREE KIDS SHOWS AT COBB

Cobb Grove 16 Theatre, 6333 Wesley Grove Blvd., in Wesley Chapel, will offer free summer kids’ shows every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 10 a.m.

Upcoming shows are “The Smurfs” and “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs” June 30, July 1 and July 2. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. Large groups, schools and camps are invited. For information, call (813) 948-5444.

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JUNIOR WOMAN’S CLUB FUNDRAISER

The Pasco Junior Woman’s Club will host a girls’ bingo night out June 30 at Hamburger Mary’s, 1600 E. Seventh Ave., in Tampa. Registration starts at 7 p.m., followed by games at 7:30 p.m. Bingo consists of 10 games for $10, and all proceeds go to the club. There will be prize baskets and a 50/50 raffle.There also will be a full restaurant menu for food and drink available to purchase.To RSVP, call Hamburger Mary’s at (813) 2416279.

The Friends of the Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, is looking for new members.The group meets the third Wednesday of every month at 2:45 p.m.

Meetings will resume in September.Those interested in joining can fill out an application at the library.The group also is looking for donations of gently used books for the October book sale. Books can be left with any librarian Tuesday through Saturday. For information, call (813) 929-1214.

FREE BONSAI DEMOS

Eve’s Garden Gifts, 5602 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., in Land O’ Lakes, will offer free bonsai tree demonstrations and seminars from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., every Saturday now through the summer.The focus will be on bonsai trees as a hobby and relieving stress. Guests can bring their own bonsai trees for the demonstrations and advice. For information, call (813) 996-5012, or visit EvesGardenGifts.com.

DISH GARDEN SEMINAR

The Pasco County Extension Office will have a Garden with the Fairies seminar July 11 from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., at the Land O’ Lakes Community Center, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd. Guests can learn how to make a miniature dish garden for fairies.The seminar is free.To preregister, visit Pasco.ifas.ufl.edu and click on Upcoming Events.

CHURCH BIBLE SCHOOL

Heritage Church, 1854 Oak Grove Blvd., in Lutz, will host Everest:Where Kids are Conquering Challenges with God’s Mighty Power July 13 to July 17 from 9 a.m. to noon.There will be games, crafts, snacks and live worship.The VBS is for kids ages 5 through fifth grade.The cost is $5 per child.To register, call (813) 9094080, or visit YesHeritage.com.

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The Lutz Community Center, 98 First Ave., N.W., will host a free puppet show called “Who’s in the Rabbit’s House?” on June 30 at 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m., for children ages 4 and older.The show will be presented by the Creative Arts Theatre of the City of Tampa Parks and Recreation Department.

For information, call (813) 273-3652, or visit HCPLC.org.

Harvester United Methodist Church, 2432 Collier Parkway in Land O’ Lakes, will host a nondenominational Bible study, open to all women and children, on Thursday mornings, starting Sept. 10.The study will include Mark, Philemon, 1, 2, 3 John and Jude. Registration begins now. For information, email Jeanine Coris at ejcoris@live.com.

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The Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 29, 21735 YMCA Camp Road in Land O’ Lakes, hosts bingo every Tuesday at 6 p.m., for ages 18 and older. Doors open at 4 p.m.The lodge is at the corner of U.S. 41 and Bell Lake Road. For information, call (813) 928-2294.

Congressman Gus Bilirakis will host a Veterans’ town hall July 1 at 5:30 p.m., at the West Pasco Government Center, 8731 Citizens Drive, Suite 150, in New Port Richey.The topic will be Veterans Administration reform. For information, email Ian@mail.house.gov.

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.

LUTZ JULY 4TH PARADE

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Lutz is gearing up for its July 4th parade with the theme Lutz Heritage: Proudly We Serve. For information on the parade, call Phyllis Hoedt at (813) 949-1937; for the 5K race, call Terry Donovan at (813) 9496659; for floats, call Shirley Simmons at (813) 949-7060; for booth rentals, call Annie Fernandez at (813) 784-4471; and for the cake contest, call Karin Damico at (813) 786-8461.

LIBRARY BOOK BAZAAR

Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City, will have a book bazaar July 10 and July 11 from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

The Zephyrhills Artsy Farmers Market takes place the fourth Saturday of the month at Zephyr Park, 38116 Fifth Ave., in Zephyrhills, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.Vendors sell produce, plants and flowers, specialty foods, cheeses, bakery items, jellies and jams, honey, nuts, coffee, ethnic foods and more.There also will be local art, and the market is dog friendly.Vendor applications can be found at SimplyEventsFl.com. For vendor and event information, call Erika Blake (727) 674-1464, or email Simplyeventsfl@yahoo.com.

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PASCO STUDENTS EARN MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS

Two Pasco County school students have been awarded the College-Sponsored National Merit University of Central Florida Scholarship.

Lisa Goldsworthy, Sunlake High School, is considering a career in health care.

Emily Suvannasankha, Land O’ Lakes High School, is considering a major in writing.

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SUELLEN SMITH RECEIVES HUMANITARIAN AWARD

Suellen Smith, cafeteria manager at Zephyrhills High School, received the Community Humanitarian Award from the Florida School Nutrition Association at the 2015 FSNA Annual Conference in Daytona Beach.

The award recognizes an individual who has applied his or her knowledge and expertise to help others in their community in a humanitarian effort.

Throughout the year, Smith has collected clothing and accessories for students who cannot afford prom and homecoming attire, organized the collection and distribution of new backpacks filled with toiletries, food and basic school supplies, and served as homecoming coordinator.

Smith’s latest project is a student-mentoring program. She also raised $3,500 for the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life.

JUSTIN LYLES GRADUATES FROM THOMAS UNIVERSITY

Justin Lyles, of Land O’ Lakes, graduated from Thomas University with a bachelor of science in business administration-marketing.

Lyles was one of 285 students receiving degrees during the annual commencement ceremony.

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Rotary club donates $500 to Lutz Elementary The Rotary Club of Lutz donated a $500 Barnes & Noble gift card to the Lutz Elementary School media center. The schoolchildren signed a thank you card presented by Julie Hiltz, Lutz media specialist, to Valerie Andrews, president of the Rotary Club of Lutz. Also at the presentation was Mary Fernandez, principal of Lutz Elementary.

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Tampa East Sertoma celebrates 50 years of service The Tampa East Sertoma club celebrated 50 golden years of community service at a June banquet. More than 70 charter, past and present members joined the celebration to reminisce and toast the club’s commitment to helping others. The club has donated more than $1.5 million and more than 30,000 service hours to support local organizations such as United Cerebral Palsy of Tampa Bay, Support Our Troops, Seniors in Service, Hillsborough House of Hope, Sertoma Youth Ranch and more. The 2015-16 club officers at the banquet were, from left, Ray Morgan, Mark Crofoot, Jim Weiss, Carl Brown, Hugh Prince, Tim McMurry, Bill Smith, Jim Bransford , Sig Johnson, Jesse Brown and George Arwood.

Beware of shady contractors The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report

Sometimes that deal you’re getting that seems to be too good to be true is too good to be true.

Most professions in Florida are regulated by a state, county and/or a city license, according to the Better Business Bureau and the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation.

Unlicensed professionals typically lack the proper qualifications required of a license and will bid a price much lower than that of a licensed professional just to get the job, the Better Business Bureau says.

Unlicensed activity is against the law.

The Better Business Bureau and Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation take unlicensed activity very seriously, because it threatens the safety of Florida’s consumers as well as takes away business from licensed professionals through the state.

Those allowing unlicensed contractors to perform services also run the risk of being fined or arrested.

The Better Business Bureau and the Department of Business and Professional Regulation hear from consumers all over Florida who have been victimized by unlicensed persons in various professions.

Consumers complain they’ve received substandard services and, in some cases, that the contractor ran off the with their money without doing any work.

Here are some reasons to hire a licensed professional: • A licensed person has the required education, experience, insurance and qualifications to obtain a license.They must pass a competency examination before practicing.

• Many licensed individuals are screened for prior criminal history.

• Regulatory agencies can discipline and even revoke a license if the person does not live up to professional standards.

This provides a strong incentive for the licensee to do good work.

• You may be able to sue the licensee in civil court for problems related to the work done.

The best way to avoid becoming the victim of unlicensed activity is to verify licenses and check references before you hire a professional.

Consumers can verify professional licenses online at MyFloridaLicense.com, or by calling (850) 487-1395.

Consumers may be especially vulnerable in the aftermath of a hurricane or other severe weather.

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The Better Bureau advises consumers to: • Verify the contractor is permitted to do work in your township or municipality.

• Seek out a contractor, rather than responding to sales calls on the phone or door-to-door pitches.

• Check the credentials of anyone inspecting your roof.

• Obtain three or four quotes for work being done, and pay the company, not the individual, for the work that was done.

• Read all of the fine print in the contract, and be sure you understand it.

• Be wary of any company requiring upfront payments.

• Resist high-pressure sales tactics such as the “good deal” you’ll get only if you hire the contractor on the spot.

Be sure to get a written contract that specifies the price, the work to be done, the amount of liability insurance coverage maintained by the contractor, and a time frame.

Require a copy of their current certificate of insurance. Pay by credit card, if possible; you may have additional protection if there’s a problem.

Check that the contractor’s vehicle has signs or markings on it with the business name, phone number and the appropriate state license plates.

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Dr. Azharian lives by, and she strives to make sure that her patients are realistic about what they’re going to look like after Dr. Anahita Azharian is bringing safe, the surgery.

“We make sure patients have realistic life-changing plastic surgery to the Wesley Chapel area with Magnolia Plastic Surgery expectations so there are no surprises,” said Dr. Azharian. “We never give Center. anyone false expectations.”

In August of 2014, Dr. That doesn’t mean that Azharian moved back to patients don’t have amazing Tampa, her childhood results. “It means that patients home, to open her new pracget what they actually need tice and be closer to family. and want,” said Dr. Azharian.

She had earned a Masters of “We believe that everyone is Public Health in Infectious different, and that someone Diseases at University of else’s results won’t necessarily South Florida before leaving be yours. My joy comes from the area 14 years ago for finding the right surgery for medical school at Nova the right patient, and then Southeastern University setting the right expectaCollege of Osteopathic tions.”

Medicine in Fort Lauderdale.

Dr. Anahita Azharian Magnolia Plastic Surgery is Dr. Azharian’s residency in General Surgery was completed at Mercy different than other practices for many reaCatholic Medical Center in Philadelphia, sons, Dr. Azharian said, beginning with the followed by a fellowship in Plastic and fact that she is a woman.

“I can relate to what society expects of a Reconstructive Surgery at Philadelphia woman, and to the changes in a woman’s College of Osteopathic Medicine.

After her studies, Dr. Azharian worked in body as she ages,” she says. “Most of my New York City until moving back to the patients are women and I share many of the Tampa area to open Magnolia Plastic same perspectives and experiences.”

Dr. Azharian also says her practice is difSurgery Center.

Dr. Azharian enjoys owning her own ferent because of the amount of time that practice for many reasons, but especially she spends with her patients.

“I never rush people out the door and because it allows her to set her own high want my patients to feel comfortable,” she standards.

“Opening my own practice has been a says. “I take time to listen so patients can good way to go by my own morals and val- fully explain what they want,” she said.

Magnolia Plastic Surgery Center works ues, and to do things the way I feel is right,” with many breast cancer patients, many she says.

Her highest priority, and most important whom are referred by Florida Medical value, is patient safety. While Dr. Azharian Clinic.

Watching the progress and strength of acknowledges that any type of surgery comes with some risk, she always informs her cancer patients has been especially gratifypatients if something is potentially danger- ing for Dr. Azharian and her staff. They ous, and encourages them to look at alterna- often see patients from the start and throughout their entire journey of treattives.

“Patient education is closely tied to safe- ments.

Dr. Azharian seeks to deepen the good ty,” said Dr. Azharian. “Many people who seek plastic surgery are not always educated reputation of the Magnolia Plastic Surgery about what it really entails. While plastic Center by valuing her patient’s safety, being surgery is usually done for cosmetic reasons, honest about her results, and giving patients the procedure is still a surgery and should the best surgery that they can have. Her ultimate goal is to do the best surgery she always be taken seriously.”

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Rosecastle of Zephyrhills Assisted Living and Memory Care, 37411 Eiland Blvd., in Zephyrhills, is hosting a summer open house June 30 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Guests can meet the new management team and staff, enter a gift basket raffle, and enjoy wine and cheese tastings.

Admission is free. For information and reservations, call Lia Schmitt at (813) 7838100.

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ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT ORIENTATION The Alzheimer’s Family Organization will have its support group orientation/in-service meeting June 26 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at Connerton Court ALF & Memory Care, 21021 Betel Palm Lane in Land O’ Lakes.

The meeting will help instruct individuals on how to run a support group. Upon completion of the program, the support group leader will receive a certificate and be eligible to facilitate a support group.

The training is free and the public is welcome.

For information and to register, call (727) 848-8888.

WATER AEROBICS FOR YOUR HEALTH

The Oakstead community will host water aerobics classes on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 9 a.m., at 3038 Oakstead Blvd., in Land O’ Lakes. Guests do not have to be a resident of Oakstead to attend. The cost is $4 cash per class. Guests can pay as you go. For information, call (813) 996-7186.

Florida Hospital Zephyrhills has chosen 20 students from various Pasco high schools to participate it its 2015 B.E.S.T. Academy Camp Program. The program gives students with high academic standing the opportunity to work side-by-side with experienced health care professionals.

The program also provides hands-on experience in real life situations to help students understand the function of each department. Activities include hospital rotations, workshops on health careers and health issues, guest speakers and more.

The two-week program began June 15 and will end with an award ceremony June 26.

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HEALTH DEPARTMENT SERVICES RELOCATING The Florida Department of Health in Pasco County, Environmental Health Services’ Office, located at 11611 Denton Ave., in Hudson, and 4135 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., in Land O’ Lakes, will be relocating.

Both Environmental Health offices will be closed June 25 at 12:30 p.m., and reopen on June 29 at 8 a.m., at the new location at 5640 Main St., in New Port Richey.

Services will be available at the Dade City office, 13941 Fifth St., during the transition.

For information, call (727) 8615661.

BRITTEN RECEIVES LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

The Hillsborough County Dental Association has recognized Dr. Leonard L. Britten with its 2015 Lifetime Achievement Award, for his outstanding leadership, dedication and devoted service to the dental profession and the association.

Britten has served as president of HCDA, chaired its Peer Review Committee, and has spent 27 years as a Florida Dental Association delegate from Hillsborough SMOKING CESSATION County. He is also past president of the Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel will offer Hillsborough County Dental Research the Tools to Quit smoking cessation program Clinic.

July 8 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at its Britten holds active memberships in variHealth & Wellness Center, 2700 Healing Way. ous professional organizations and currently Participants can plan their quitting serves as vice chair of the Florida Board of process, establish goals and learn strategies Dentistry, assistant dental exam supervisor for success.The program provides free nico- for the Florida Department of Health, and tine replacement products such as patches, team dentist for the University of South gum and lozenges.

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He is a Tampa native, graduated from USF and received a degree from Emory GENERAL CANCER SUPPORT University.

Florida Cancer Affiliates will offer a general cancer support group meeting July 8 CANCER NETWORK MEETING from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at its Trinity center, Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church 3611 Little Road.

Family Cancer Network meets the second Participants will receive educational ma- Thursday of the month in Rosary Hall, 2348 terial about cancer and cancer treatment. Collier Parkway in Land O’ Lakes, beginning Survivors and family members will have an at 7 p.m. opportunity to express concerns and expeCancer survivors and caregivers are invitriences. ed to attend.

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Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel will offer a four-part Diabetes Self-Management Program from July 2 to July 23, from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at its Health & Wellness Center, 2700 Healing Way. Certified diabetes educators will discuss topics including nutrition, medication, exerKIDS FITNESS cise, glucose monitoring, complications, stress management and foot care.

SEMINAR WITH RAYS Ron Porterfield and the Tampa Bay Rays The program is for anyone newly diagtraining staff will present a free fitness semi- nosed or wanting to better his or her THREE HOSPITALS EARN nar for kids ages 12 to 17 on June 27 from diabetes through lifestyle changes. The pro- AN ‘A’ FOR PATIENT SAFETY 10 a.m. to noon at Tropicana Field, 1 gram may be covered by insurance with a The Medical Center of Trinity, Oak Hill Tropicana Drive in St. Petersburg. physician prescription.

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HERCULES, from page 1A We’ll wait to see what they offer and proceed from there.”

Prior to the school board’s vote, Whitfield recounted the park’s history. He described a “handshake” agreement nearly 50 years ago between Hercules Powder Co. and the school district that the park would be used for children and for education but not for commercial use.

At one time Hercules Powder Co. was the largest employer in Zephyrhills. The company processed pine stumps into rosin, turpentine and pine oil on about 80 acres.

The property later became sites for the park, Zephyrhills High School and Woodland Elementary School.

Some residents had feared that a gas station would be built on a corner lot at U.S 301 and County Road 54, adjacent to the park. But a $1.7 million bid from Del Lago Ventures Inc., affiliated with Race Trac Petroleum Inc., was rejected.

Belleair Development Group, with a $1.6 million bid, also lost out.

“Something needs to be worked out, because we in Zephyrhills need that (park),” said resident Fern Williams. “I’m not even seeing what your vision is with a gas station on that corner.”

In April, school officials announced plans to put the corner parcel on the market for commercial sale. Zephyrhills’ City Council previously agreed to rezone the site with expectations that the school board would consider leasing the remaining acres to Zephyrhills for $1 a year for 100 years.

City and school officials have somewhat different recollections on what happened next.

Gadd said as far back as 2011, the school board raised the possibility of a lease, but city officials rejected the offer.

Following the recent rezoning of the corner lot, he presented the lease option to the

school board but never heard back from Zephyrhills for follow-up. City officials said the lease agreement would have precluded them from applying for grants. Buying the property was the best option, they said.

The city planned to use several funding sources including Community Development Block Grants and the Penny for Pasco program. The bid also included the right to sell about 2 acres, south of the corner lot. City officials said, if they needed the funds from the lot’s sale, it would be developed for a purpose compatible with the park.

The future of the park has been under discussion since Pasco County’s decision to close it nearly four years ago. County officials said the county could no longer afford to operate and maintain the park and its aquatic center.

Under a prior agreement, the park had to be used or returned to the school district.

School officials estimate that Zephyrhills could receive about $50,000 annually in property and gas tax revenues if the deal goes through with Gh&G. Zephyrhills’ officials dispute those numbers, saying the city will receive very little from gas taxes.

They peg property tax revenues at about $6,000 a year.

Gadd said school officials are in agreement with Zephyrhills on the goal to reopen the park and see the pool again hosting swim meets.

During the long closure, he said the pool has been vandalized and homeless people have been found living in the woods.

Law enforcement has been called there on several occasions.

“To me its sad to see the pool has fallen into disrepair,” Gadd said.

Zephyrhills’ City Manager Steve Spina remains hopeful of a good outcome.

“I understand their position,” he said of the school board’s vote. “I think it’s good if they can work it out, and we get the bulk of the land. It’s a win-win.”

PRESIDENT, from page 1A untrue is the perception that all Hispanics in Florida are Cuban, she said.

Along I-4, for instance, Puerto Ricans are the largest Hispanic demographic.

One of the most intensely fought over groups will be the millennials. The generation from about age 18 to age 24 is going to be as influential as the baby boomers were in their day, she said.

“I see a little bit more movement (of millennials) back to the Republicans,” MacManus said.“A lot of that is over fiscal issues.”

To date, 12 candidates have announced among Republicans including former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush and Donald Trump.

MacManus was dismissive of Trump.

And, her first encounter with Gov. Scott Walker, who has not officially announced as a candidate, was not impressive.

“I was rather disappointed,” she said, though she will give him another chance. “I didn’t think he’d had a lot of sleep.”

Bush’s launch of his campaign, however, was masterfully done, she said. He spoke to a crowd that reflected the diversity in Miami and across the country, dispelling the criticism that Republican crowds are mostly white.

MacManus also noted that the Republican field of candidates is more diverse than Democrats running for president.

Bush’s first speech as a candidate struck an anti-Washington tone, MacManus said.

She expects he will tout his economic record in Florida and his education reforms, as well.

The question MacManus is asked most often is who will win Florida’s Republican primary, Bush or Sen. Marco Rubio.

She doesn’t have a crystal ball on that one.

“So much is volatile,” she said.

She does predict that the 2016 presiden-

tial race will be the most expensive ever, and Tampa Bay will be in the thick of it.

“This is really going to a happening spot,” MacManus said.

However, local and state candidates may face challenges because national races, including Congressional elections, will compete for donations and media attention. They could be “starved out a bit,” MacManus said.

On the Democratic side, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is the front-runner for the party’s nomination. But MacManus said, “It is surprising to see the interest in (Sen.) Bernie Sanders…People find him very interesting.”

She also has been surprised that there are women voters who like Sen. Elizabeth Warren “but wouldn’t vote for Hillary Clinton.”

Some of Clinton’s support comes from women voters who believe she got a “raw deal” in 2008 when then-candidate Sen. Barack Obama won the nomination.

But there is another reason.

“She would be the first woman president,” MacManus said. “People love people that can break the mold. That’s why Obama got elected. He broke one of the biggest barriers – race.”

Voter turnout will be crucial for both parties.

“The emphasis, and rightly so, will be to get people to vote,” she said. Though extended and early voting is popular, the trend hasn’t boosted overall turnout, she added.

“Both parties have felt the sting of bad turnout.”

With the election about 17 months away, residents should be prepared for campaigns that likely will be fought through social media, scare tactics and negative advertisements, MacManus said.

“That’s kind of sad,” she said.

But on the plus side, Florida and Tampa Bay will be the place for politics.

“Thank God, I don’t live in North Dakota,” MacManus said.“How very dull.”

Have a fun, but safe summer Saving time on household chores The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report

Summer is often known as “trauma season” among public health and medical professionals, so The Shriners Hospitals for Children and NASCAR Driver David Ragan have joined forces to help reduce the risks of childhood injuries.

Summer is a time when serious injuries and deaths dramatically increase among children, according to a news release from The Shriners Hospitals for Children.

Statistics show that 40 percent of all injury-related emergency room visits and 42 percent of all injury-related deaths among children happen between May and August, the release states.

“I know a fun-filled summer day can turn into tragedy within seconds when an accident occurs,” Ragan said, in the release.

“Shriners Hospitals and I want to provide families with simple ways to reduce the risk of childhood injuries so kids can enjoy a safe summer.”

As experts in the treatment of pediatric orthopaedic conditions, spinal cord injuries and burns, Shriners Hospitals for Children provides critical, surgical and rehabilitative care to children, regardless of the families’ ability to pay. Shriners Hospitals for Children – Tampa urges parents and caregivers to remind kids of these simple precautions to keep them injury-free this summer: • Swing sitting down.

• Slide feet first, one child at a time.

• Do not push or shove others on the playground.

• Always swim with an adult or a friend.

• Wear a life jacket when near the water.

• Never play on or around lawn mowers.

• Do not play around fire pits, campfires or grills.

“Sustaining a serious injury can be a lifealtering event for a child,” said Dale Stauss, chairman of the Board of Directors for

Shriners Hospitals for Children. “We see patients every day with injuries caused by accidents and we are committed to raising awareness about how to stay safe this summer.

The Florida Department of Health also encourages safety at home during the summer.

It is asking Floridians to make their homes safer by taking steps to prevent the five leading causes of home injury: falls; poisonings; fires and burns; choking/suffocation; and drowning.

These tips will help make your home safe for people of all ages: • Install smoke alarms and be sure they have working batteries. The alarms should be installed in each bedroom, outside each sleeping area and on every level of the home. They also should be tested monthly to ensure the batteries are good.

• Be sure that fire extinguishers are available on every level of the home and that each household member knows how to use them; • Cover all unused outlets with safety plugs.

• Check outlets you are using, to be sure they are not being overloaded.

• Install child locks on all cabinets used to store dangerous items such as medicine, cleaners and matches.

• Be sure that you pool, hot tub or any other body of water is surrounded by 5-foot fencing with self-locking and self-closing gates.

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When Jeff Sproat was offered a chance to play a golf simulator a few years ago, he wasn’t interested. He was a real golfer who played real courses. What interest could he have in a simulation of the game he loved?

Then, he tried it.

“I ended up spending about three hours in there. I got hooked,” Sproat recalled.

Years later, it’s become more than his hobby. It’s his business.

Sproat is the owner of Golfer’s Grail Indoor Golf & Tap, 10019 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Suite 100, in Tampa.

With four simulators, he’s spent the past couple of years encouraging people who are skeptical of the concept, like he was, to give it a try.

There are many aspects of the indoor golfing simulation that mirror the outside game, Sproat said.

Customers bring their own golf clubs and use them for different shots, just like they would on any course. They use real balls. They swing as hard as they would outside. And they can play just about any game you’d find at a golf club or tournament, including driving contests, closest-to-the-pin competitions and even target golf games.

And the game is scored the same way, too.

Still, there are important differences, he said.

Golfers are competing on simulations of real courses and some imagined ones — 66 in all, not counting five putt-putt courses and a program that lets players smash windows for fun.

When they hit the ball, it actually makes contact with a screen onto which the course is projected. While they’re playing, LED sensors track the club swing, and audible sensors track the ball.That data provides an estimate of the accuracy and power of the shot, and the results are displayed by showing the ball either landing in a preferred spot, or somewhere else that reveals

Masters Golf Tournament) on the simulator that afternoon.

It’s a day of golf that couldn’t be accomplished in real life, but pretty simple to manage with a program that stays loyal to the courses they’re modeled after.

Sproat has played a little from every course on the simulator, and said they’re accurate to the real-life counterparts he’s tried out in real life.

The most popular ones are Augusta, TPC Sawgrass in Ponta Vedra Beach and the Pebble Beach Golf Links in California.

And while the players aren’t actually at those locations, they won’t get any closer to the courses without airfare, time off from work and a hard-to-get tee time.

“It is the next best thing, because you actually are hitting the ball. You’re playing the shots. When it’s uphill, you have to hit it harder; when it’s downhill, you have to account for that,” Sproat said.

While regular golfers are a big part of his customer base, he particularly enjoys bringMICHAEL MURILLO/STAFF PHOTO ing the game to new people.

Golfer’s Grail owner Jeff Sproat works in Tampa, but he can take on a driving range, or even Sproat has been hitting the links for nearAugusta, anytime he wants. Golfers have 66 options on the simulators, plus putt-putt cours- ly 50 years, but he knows that many people es and other games. who try out the simulators don’t play at all.

Fathers with younger children can spend flaws in the previous swing. golf that takes four or five hours outside can be time trying out courses together, and disThe simulator is accurate enough to done in less than an hour inside. There’s no abled players can do things that wouldn’t make golfers better at the real game, said dress code, they sell beer and wine a few steps be practical on a real course.

Golfer’s Grail works with veterans Sproat, who plays with a single-digit handi- from where players swing, and food can be degroups, and that sometimes includes amcap. Since practice is what improves livered from neighboring restaurants.

And while you might only spend time putees being able to get in a round or two. technique, the simulator allows players to with the people in your foursome during Expanding the game to those who might get in extra rounds.

Golfer’s Grail isn’t designed to replace your round outside, everyone can be part of not get to enjoy it otherwise is a big plus for anyone’s outside golfing experience. It’s a gallery of sorts inside, socializing and a guy who’s been playing since he was 8 years old. supposed to supplement those rounds and watching all the participants.

“In here you can play at whatever pace “I love it. That’s probably the best feeling allow players to get in the practice time you’re comfortable,” Sproat said. “The club- you can have,” Sproat said. they might not get otherwise.

An hour of golf at Golfer’s Grail costs be“Every golfer wants to be better. They house and the golf course are together.”

The golf courses draw a lot of attention tween $27 and $37, depending on the time know that they can be better,” Sproat said. from customers, Sproat said. and day.That cost is split among all players.

“For the avid golfer, it’s more golf.”

The owner himself got in some real golf The venue is available for individuals, It’s actually more golf with a few enhancements. If a player wants a mulligan, or just to at Northdale last week, then took a few groups and charity tournaments. For more replay a hole over and over, it can be done with swings at the challenging 12th hole at the information, call (813) 969-2100 or visit a couple of buttons on the console. A round of Augusta National Golf Club (home of the GolfersGrail.net.

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The Wesley Chapel Soccer Club will be offering free soccer training throughout the summer for girls who are 5 to 7 years old.

The session will be every Saturday from 9 a.m. until 10 a.m., at Wesley Chapel District Park, 7727 Boyette Road.

There is no cost or obligation for the session. Participants are encouraged to bring soccer gear, a ball (if they have one) and water.

For information, visit WesleyChapelSC.com.

GOLF TOURNEY AUG. 29 BENEFITS HOSPICE

Wells Fargo Advisors of Trinity will host its second annual golf tournament on Aug. 29 at Cypress Run Golf Club, 2669 St. Andrews Blvd., in Tarpon Springs. The event benefits Gulfside Hospice.

The cost is $125 per golfer ($500 per foursome) and includes lunch, dinner and auction. There also will be prizes and contests. Sponsorships are available and begin at $150.

Registration and check-in begins at 12:30 p.m., and the shotgun start begins at 2 p.m.

For information and to preregister, call Erin Labbe at (800) 561-4883, or visit FirstGiving.com/GulfsideHospice/Golf.

TENNIS CAMPS THIS SUMMER

Sports Group International will host a series of tennis summer camps at Lake Padgett Estates, 4533 Savanah Way in Land O’ Lakes, starting June 29 and running through August. The morning sessions will run from 10:15 a.m. to noon, and the afternoon sessions will run from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The cost is $140 per week for either session, or $280 per week for both.

For information and to register, call (813) 638-6306 or (703) 624-6770, or email mauricio@sportsgroupinternational.com.

VOLLEYBALL CAMPS IN JULY

No Name Volleyball will host its fifth an-

Volleyball player Jordan Bickett was very impressive during her time at PascoHernando State College. She earned recognition for her abilities and met a high standard of success.

And that was off the volleyball court.

Bickett finished her time at PHSC as a member of the Pi Theta Kappa Honor Society with a 3.73 grade point average.

She was also a two-time member of the Florida College System Activities Association’s All-Academic team. And, the same organization has given her another honor.

The FCSAA has named Bickett the winner of its Roberta Stokes Scholar Athlete PHOTO COURTESY OF PASCO-HERNANDO STATE COLLEGE Award. The winner is recognized for out- Jordan Bickett made her mark at PHSC on standing accomplishments in athletics, the volleyball court, in class and in the comacademics and citizenship. munity.

Bickett displayed the same penchant for success on the court as she did in class. As the team captain, she helped lead the team to two National Junior College Athletic Association District P regional playoff tournaments.

Last year, the Conquistadors reached the NJCAA Division II National Championship tournament, where PHSC finished eighth in the nation. Bickett was named to the district’s all-tournament team and was a second-team NJCAA AllAmerican.

Bickett was also a volunteer for middle school volleyball clinics and the president of the Fellowship for Christian Athletes club. She will continue her collegiate volleyball career at Georgia Regents University.

nual summer volleyball camp July 20 through July 23 at Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School, 13651 Hays Road in Spring Hill.

The camp is available for children ages 10 through 14 and runs each day from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The cost is $175 per player.

There will also be a free camp on July 24 for all children ages 12 and under from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

For information, visit nonamevbc.com or email douglas@s1team.com.

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GAITHER BASKETBALL CAMPS THROUGHOUT JUNE

Gaither High School began its 2015 Cowboy Volleyball Camps this month. The middle school camp, which includes incoming ninth-graders, began June 8 and runs until July 15, on Mondays and Wednesdays, from 6 WRESTLING CAMP AT p.m. to 8 p.m. The high school camp began STEINBRENNER Steinbrenner High School, 5575 W. Lutz June 9 and runs until July 16, on Tuesdays and Lake Fern Road, is having wrestling camps Thursdays, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Camps will this summer. The camp is designed to teach be closed June 29 through July 3. amateur wrestling for athletes at all levels, The cost is $75 and teaches conditionages 5 to 17. ing, training, drills and skill development.

One session remains. It runs July 27 to For information, call (813) 975-7340, ext.

July 30 from 8:30 a.m. until noon. The cost is 535, or email Gaither volleyball coach Tim $60.

Boylan at tim.boylan@sdhc.k12.fl.us.

Gaither High School basketball camps will continue to run throughout the month of June at the school’s campus, 16200 N. Dale Mabry Highway in Tampa. The camps are for girls and boys grades two through eight and will run Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to noon. The final camp begins June 29.

The cost is $100 for one week. For information, contact basketball coach Dwayne Olinger at (813) 975-7340, ext. 563, or dwayne.olinger@sdhc.k12.fl.us.

Sons of the American Legion Squadron 152 will sponsor a golf tournament benefiting Honor Flight of West Central Florida. It will take place July 25 at the Silver Dollar Golf & Trap Club, 12711 Silver Dollar Drive in Odessa.

Honor Flight sends military veterans to Washington D.C., to see memorials of the wars in which they participated.

The golfing event costs $50 per person and begins in a two-man scramble format with registration at 7 a.m., and a shotgun start at 8 a.m.

For information, call Patrick Maguire at (813) 625-5680 or (813) 888-6613.

For information, contact Paul Noble at (813) 478-1148 or paul.noble@sdhc.k12.fl.us.

SPORT ACTIVITIES AVAILABLE FOR SENIORS

Senior Sports organizes a variety of sports programs for senior adults. Its programs include free indoor volleyball, basketball, table tennis program, golf, bowling and tennis. To find out about upcoming programs, call Walt Bockmiller at (813) 527-8211.

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Two-year-old John Morrison, of Zephyrhills, hydroplanes his toy truck through the mist at Waterplay Park. He was spending special time with his grandmother, Susan Morrison of Bradenton.

Five-year-old Sarahi Monge and her 4-year-old brother, Israel Monge, discover tadpoles in the fountain at the entrance to Waterplay at Zephyr Park. The children were there with their mom, Jerelin Monge of Zephyrhills.

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Kids and adults alike are the picture of cool here, as they enjoy water cannons, water sprays and dumping buckets of water at Waterplay Park, on the east end of Zephyr Park.

Four-year old Grace Lou, of San Antonio, figures out how to maneuver the Waterplay Park water cannon. She was taking aim at mom, Gena Wilkerson of Zephyrhills.

Melissa Reed, left, and her mother-in-law, Judy Money, both of Zephyrhills, get some conversation in while watching Melissa’s children, Caleb, 3, and Joscelyn, 7, play in the cooling water at Waterplay Park in Zephyrhills.

Henry Hollenweger Jr., gets a bit of a soaking as he watches his 2-year-old son, Henry James, run through sprays of water at Zephyrhills Waterplay Park. Father and son, along with fiancĂŠe, Jericho Cunningham and her daughter, Sundae Clementi, 6, all live in Zephyrhills.

Sarah Thompson, 6, of Zephyrhills and her cousin, Gabriel Thomas, 9, of Bradenton have a splashing good time at Waterplay Park, on the east end of Zephyr Park.

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John Boretos snapped this photo of a Sherman fox squirrel near the community pool in the Stonebriar subdivision in Lutz. This squirrel is one of the largest in Florida with highly variable color, white ears and muzzle, and a tail nearly the length of the head and torso combined. It usually nests in oak trees. The Sherman fox squirrel has been designated as a species of special concern, and state and federal law prohibits hunting or trapping them.

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Maximus is a 5-year-old terrier mix. This big boy wants to be your jogging buddy very badly. Come meet him today.

Hillsborough County’s Pet Resource Center will host a special Independence Day edition of First Saturday Celebration on July 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the facility at 440 N. Falkenburg Road in Tampa.

The shelter’s monthly adoption event offers free, family friendly fun, music and affordable pet adoptions. On July 4, guests can celebrate freedom with special nameyour-own-price pet adoptions on the kennels marked “Ready to Go.” All adoptions include spaying/neutering, vaccinations, county license tag, microchip with free lifetime chip registration, and a holiday tote bag.

The event also will feature a cookout lunch served by volunteers and supporters to benefit medically needy shelter pets, free pet adoptions on July 4 and July 5 for all active and retired members of the U.S. military with proper ID, and complimentary patriotic pet name tags for those attending the event.

The Pet Resource Center reminds all pet owners to keep pets safely indoors during festive fireworks, with county ID tags securely fastened at all times.

On July 4, the shelter will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., for adoptions and lost pet searches. The facility will be closed on July 3.

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