The Laker-East Pasco-January 18, 2017

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New digs for Pigz in Z’Hills

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Buoyed by new festival grounds, the seventh annual Pigz in Z’Hills BBQ & Blues Fest is aiming to become its most successful.

The shindig, now a well-attended staple in Zephyrhills, is set for Jan. 21 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at the Zephyrhills Municipal Airport, 39450 South Ave. Admission is free, but parking is $10.

Presented by The Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce, Pigz in Z’Hills features both professional and amateur barbecue competitions, all sanctioned by the Florida BBQ Association.This year, about 50 teams are expected to compete.

The barbecue contest has a total cash

Seventh annual Pigz in Z’Hills BBQ & Blues WHEN: Jan. 21, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

WHERE: Zephyrhills Municipal Airport, 39450 South Ave., Zephyrhills WHAT: Barbecue teams compete for prizes, blues bands perform, and eventgoers can purchase barbecued foods, and check out monster trucks, aircraft displays, other attractions and activities.

COST: Admission is free; parking is $10.

purse of $8,000.Winners will be declared in four standard categories: chicken, pork, brisket and ribs.

The contest also serves as a qualifier for four prestigious barbecue championship contests: The Jack Daniel’s World Championship Invitational in Lynchburg, Tennessee; the American Royal World Series of BBQ in Kansas City, Missouri; the Sonny’s Smokin’ Showdown Invitational in Sanford; and, the World Food Championships in Orange Beach,Alabama.

Besides the sweet smell of barbecue wafting through the air, festival-goers can also enjoy a wide lineup of musical acts.

This year’s slate of performers includes: The Betty Fox Band, JP Soars & The Red Hots, The Chuck Riley Band, and Mama’s Batch. Live music is scheduled from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m.

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The 2017 Kumquat Court takes a moment for a photo outside the Dade City Garden Club. The court was selected at a pageant on Jan. 8.

From left: Zoe Howell, Junior Miss Kumquat Festival; Katelyn Harris, Miss Kumquat Festival; Hope Bruss, Teen Miss Kumquat Festival; Shalyn Carter, Little Miss Kumquat Festival; and, Arianna Hernandez, Wee Miss Kumquat Festival. Members of the court will take part in the 20th annual festival on Jan. 28 for photos, and to present the winners of the car and truck show.

Meeting set to discuss Extension Office location

By B.C. Manion

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Community stakeholders meeting on Extension Office improvements

Community members will have another chance to share WHERE: 36702 State Road 52 in Dade City their views on the future locaWHEN: Jan. 19, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. tion of the Pasco County WHO: The community is invited to particiExtension Office. pate in the discussion.

Extension now operates out of space owned by the Pasco County Fair Association, under an annual $17,000 lease, which Public hearing regarding is currently on a month-toPasco County Fair month basis.

Association Building But, the office is too small WHERE: Pasco County Historic Courthouse, and outdated to meet 37918 Meridian Ave., Dade City Extension’s needs.

WHEN: Jan. 24, 1:30 p.m.

The county wants to imWHY: The fair association is applying for a prove conditions for Extension state grant, and in order to qualify, the and has been weighing various county must certify that the fair associaoptions. tion’s building is used for a public purpose.

Views were divided over The Pasco County Extension Office is at the best location, during an the Pasco County Fair Association’s fairOct. 12 stakeholders’ meeting.

FILE grounds.

Some speakers supported LeAnne John, president of the Pasco County Fair an upgrade to the office at its Association, asked for time to determine whether current fairgrounds location. improvements can be made at the fairgrounds to keep They said it makes sense for Extension be“We want to get their feelExtension there. cause of its close alignment to the Pasco ings, their input, on a variety of County Fair. things, and talk to them about Others urged the county to move how we’re going to move forward to in- uled a public hearing to certify that the Extension to the county-owned Stallings crease the visibility for Extension across Pasco County Fair Association Building is deBuilding, at 15029 14th St., in Dade City.They Pasco County,” she said.The aim is to provide signed for a public purpose. said that area children and families would additional space, so Extension can expand The fair association is applying for a grant benefit from having Extension in that neigh- the programs its offers. from the Florida Department of Agriculture borhood.

A meeting has been set for Jan. 19, from 4 and Consumer Services to renovate the fair Whitney C. Elmore, director of Pasco p.m. to 6 p.m., at 36702 State Road 52 in association building. To be eligible for the Extension, said details are still being ironed Dade City, at the fairgrounds. grant money, the county must certify that out, but she expects a plan to be presented Meanwhile, Pasco County, in conjunction See MEETING, page 13A to stakeholders at that meeting. with the Pasco County Fair, also has sched-

Festival features arts, entertainment and fun

By B.C. Manion

Suncoast Arts Fest

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The Suncoast Arts Fest, which attracts artists and art lovers from near and far, will stage its 12th annual event at The Shops at Wiregrass on Jan. 21 and Jan. 22.

The festival will showcase 126 artists coming from nearby communities, and from as far away as Alaska, California, Quebec and Tennessee.

Artists and craftsman must compete to gain entry into the show, and this year’s exhibitors were selected from a field of 170 applicants.

The artists represent a wide array of categories, including ceramics/clay, digital, drawing, fiber, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture and wood.

They will compete for $14,000 in cash prizes.

The festival is a popular event in Wesley Chapel, drawing as many as 95,000 visitors

WHEN: Jan. 21 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Jan. 22 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

WHERE: The Shops at Wiregrass, at the intersection of State Road 56 and Bruce B. Downs Boulevard, Wesley Chapel WHAT: Arts festival showcases 126 craftsman and artists in categories including ceramics/clay, digital, drawing, fiber, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture and wood. Event also includes live entertainment, chalk art murals, kids’ arts areas, and other activities.

COST: Free admission and parking.

when the weather is nice, according to Jennifer Douglas, festival manager.

Festival-goers also will be able to enjoy live entertainment.

On Jan. 21, The Richey Suncoast Kid’s

COURTESY OF SUNCOAST ARTS FEST

This colorful creature was created by jewelry maker Erh Ping Tsai, one of the featured artists at the Suncoast Arts Fest.

Theatre and The Eighth Note, a children’s a capella group, will kick off the festival.The lineup that day also includes Sassafras Bluegrass Band, When in Rome and Hope Darling Band.

The lineup on Jan. 22 includes John Emil, The De Lei’ed Parrots and Sarasota Slim.

New rules aim to protect cats and dogs

By Kathy Steele

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The Pasco County Commission has approved new regulations to make it harder for convicted animal abusers to buy or adopt cats and dogs in the county.

But, those measures fall far short of what’s needed, a trio of animal rights advocates said during a Jan. 10 public hearing.They advocate the adoption of an animal abuser registry.

The county’s program will be “nothing more than a list on a website,” said John Marinello of the Alliance to Save 90.

Alliance to Save 90 is a Hillsborough County-based coalition that supports no-kill policies at animal shelters. Its goal is to save 90 percent of shelter populations from euthanasia.

County commissioners said a statewide registry is the better solution but, until legislation is passed, the new ordinance will help.

“We need to show we’re part of this now,” said Pasco County Chairman Mike Moore.“We can do something stricter later.”

Beginning March 1, to knowingly transfer a

cat or dog to a convicted animal abuser will be a violation of county code.

The Pasco County Clerk of Court’s office will provide a link on its website of people convicted of animal abuse after March 1.

Individuals or organizations that sell or adopt cats or dogs must document that they checked the link prior to the sale or adoption of a dog or cat. Records must be kept for five years.

Farm animals and service animals, including miniature horses trained to work with disabled people, are excluded from the ordinance.And, because the website link will rely on “other sources” for data, the county can’t guarantee the link’s accuracy or completeness.

No penalties are included in the ordinance, but county commissioners are expected at a later meeting to adopt a fine of up to $500 for violations. Citations would be issued for violations.

The commission unanimously approved the ordinance.

Marinello was one of three speakers during public comment to ask commissioners to reconsider and approve a registry.

Lutz-based veterinarian Betsy Colville and Land O’ Lakes resident Rebecca Foss also spoke against the amended ordinance.

An earlier draft of the ordinance included an animal abuser registry. But, at a Nov. 29 public hearing, county staff members cited problems with implementing a local registry, and recommended adoption of the scaledback regulations.

The revised ordinance also was amended to cover cats and dogs only.

“They can go ahead and abuse a bunny rabbit, and they will find one and do it,” said Colville, who is a member of Save 90’s advisory board.

Foss said that a “true, strong registry is needed.”

The links between animal abuse, child abuse and domestic violence is well-documented, and a registry offers law enforcement protections, Foss said.

A registry approved in Hillsborough requires in-person registration that provides an address, photograph and other personal information.Anyone on the registry is banned from owning or living in a home with animals.

Other highlights will include a performance by the Brandon Ballet on Sunday, and roving performers from the Bay Area Renaissance Festival on both days.

There will be lots of stuff for the kids to do, too.

The Kids’ Art Garden, presented by Suncoast Credit Union, will feature free art projects, a scavenger hunt through the festival and face painting. The Art Makerspace allow will have projects and activities for people of all ages.

Other event features include professional chalk art, custom silk-screened T-shirts and a student Emerging Artist exhibit, featuring works by Pasco County elementary, middle and high school students.

The Suncoast Arts Fest benefits “Arts for Kids,” a mini-grant program, which provides supplemental arts education funding in public, private and charter schools in Pasco County.

For a full entertainment schedule, visit SuncoastArtsFest.com.

However, some Hillsborough County commissioners cited the need for a state registry.

Moore took the three speakers to task for waiting until the final hearing to object. But, he also offered some advice.

“I implore you to keep talking to your state legislators to put something forward,” Moore said.

Following the public hearing, Colville said she and others expected commissioners to approve the registry item that was posted in the Nov. 29 agenda. They were surprised by the last-minute substitution, she said.

State legislators failed to approve a statewide registry in 2012.That bill, known as Dexter’s law, was about as weak as Pasco’s ordinance, Colville said.

But, she hopes that Rep. Blaise Ingoglia of Spring Hill will file a registry bill for the 2017 session. The state lawmaker’s staff said he is contemplating such a bill, but had no further information.

Colville said she has helped to win approvals for registry ordinances in Hillsborough and Marion counties. She is pushing now for registries in Manatee and Miami-Dade counties, and eventually in Sarasota County.

“Once you have several counties passing these, (state legislation) is easier,” Colville said

AROUND THE PARKS

Grand Horizon residents enjoy food, glorious food

Neighbors helping neighbors

By Mabel Budzinski Gem Estates

By Helene Rubenstein Grand Horizons

Grand Horizons held its first egg n’ bag of the New Year on Jan. 7, with 95 people in attendance and several first-timers, including guests.

If you have never been to an egg n’ bag, let me explain it to you. It is a very different way to serve an omelet. People pick their own ingredients from an assortment including bacon, ham, cheese, onions, mushrooms, green peppers and Jalapeno peppers.

Besides the omelet, there are hash-brown potatoes, sausage gravy and biscuits, plus coffee and orange juice.

The event was hosted by Jim and Judi Leitzke, plus many helpers, including Sue and George Richardson, Joan and Dave Lawrence, Sue and Galen Parker, and Clayton and Carol George.

There was much socializing and catching up on past news.

Galen Parker said grace before the tables were called forward to make their omelet.

The entire community was quiet while grace was being said, and Galen did a very nice job.

As always, the breakfast ran smoothly, as each person had a specific job to do.

On Jan. 10, we had our Lunch Bunch. It was a little different than the past lunches, as the women met at an Olive Garden where they had a lovely time.The only difference was there was a misunderstanding and, for some reason, they met at two completely different Olive Gardens.

There was still a nice gathering of approximately 20 women who got together

COURTESY OF JOYCE BELL

Joyce Bell offers a bite of one of the desserts at the Olive Garden.

A waiter at the Olive Garden offers up a couple of cheesecake selections.

and went shopping or directly home after a terrific lunch.

I didn’t go that day, but I am sure different dishes and cheesecakes (which they known for) were served and taken home for a remembrance of a delightful, but hectic, day.

I recall, too well, the different cheesecakes that were brought out last year. The array of colors was breathtaking. I am sure the same goes for this year as well.

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Gem Estates’ residents recently were treated to some fabulous music of “our era” performed by the Sugarbear Band.Those in attendance were pleased to find two members of the band outside relaxing on a bench greeting folks as they arrived.

Lee Heffelfinger introduced the band, and the music was delightful.

Ellie Brookins and Larry Sharp were the recent Monday evening euchre champs, and Sy Budzinski was a three-game winner in Wednesday morning shuffleboard.

I would like to thank Dick Thompson who volunteers to teach a computer class, repairs computers and sets up equipment for those of us who need his help.This electronic whiz also is a block captain and works with the maintenance committee.

On Jan. 12, the big red bus was here for our blood drive. That same evening, Jim

Nagle’s group served a pancake supper for $4.

On Jan. 31, 24 of our residents will attend a Neighbors Helping Neighbors class presented by Bayfront Health Dade City.

Debbie Myers will present her country music show on Feb. 10.

On a more somber note, Gem Estates residents are deeply saddened by the passing of our friend and neighbor Edward Morehouse.

Recently, we have seen a variety of weather, but I won’t complain about our weather — they had snow in Jefferson, Texas!

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PUBLISHER’S NOTE The story behind these matching Star Trek shirts

By Diane Kortus

two-way conversation, with Rachel asking me as many questions about my life, as I do about hers.

I must say, this transition feels very good.

It’s climbing the top rung of parenthood — proudly watching your child become the caring, contributing, successful adult that you nurtured for so many years.

It also reminds me of when I first developed an adult relationship with my father after I moved from Minnesota to Florida, when I was 25.

I remember feeling so proud to be fully independent of my Dad, and sharing with him the excitement of moving to a new job in a new state.

As we talked about my experiences and challenges, Dad asked questions and shared stories of his youth that helped guide my decisions.

What Dad didn’t do was talk to me like a child. He didn’t lecture, tell me what to do or offer his financial help. He let me make my own decisions, learn from my mistakes, and assured me that if I worked hard and made the right moral choices, I would be OK and ultimately come out on top.

And so, now I am in this same spot with my daughter.

Isn’t it fascinating how life’s lessons evolve so naturally from one generation to the next?

I’m proud of the adult relationship that Rachel and I share. I enjoy our conversations, and value how accepting we are of each other’s goals, dreams and relationships with others.

Of all the phases that we’ve gone through as parent and child, this phase is the most fulfilling of all.

After all, it is the end game of almost 25 years of parenting.

Nothing could be more rewarding than seeing my daughter as the caring, committed and compassionate adult woman I hoped — prayed —she would grow up to become.

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n our family, we have a tradition of opening one present on Christmas Eve. Rachel insisted I open her gift — of matching Star Trek shirts — because she wanted us to wear them in the morning when we opened the rest of our gifts.

It was mother-daughter solidarity at its best, and symbolic of how our relationship has grown and matured.

To understand the significance of these shirts, you need a little background.

When Rachel was a child, I wanted us to wear matching outfits for Christmas, Easter and other special occasions. We did when she was a toddler, but after Rachel turned 4, she would have nothing to do with my desire to wear mother-daughter dresses.

I never really gave up this quest, suggesting to Rachel until she was almost in middle school that we occasionally dress alike.

In time, my wish became family lore, and Rachel would roll her eyes whenever I pointed out how endearing it was when I saw other mothers and daughters in matching outfits.

So, when Rachel gave me the matching Star Trek T-shirts this year, it was a gift of love that only she could give.

It was Rachel’s idea that we wear our matching shirts to a movie Christmas evening.At age 24, she was no longer reluctant to publicly acknowledge that we were together, both in our love for Star Trek, and as mother and daughter.

Those of you with adult children know what I mean.

Through the teen years and into early adulthood, your child doesn’t want to spend time with you outside of family obligations, and when they do, are often embarrassed to be seen with you.

But in time, your conversations begin to

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Rachel Mathes, left, and her mother, Laker/Lutz News Publisher Diane Kortus, on Christmas morning.

change, and one day you realize you are talking to your child as an adult, even discussing topics where you can disagree without raised voices.

Rachel and I have arrived at that stage.

Our relationship has transitioned from the parent-child hierarchy, to one of a mother and her adult daughter — on a plane of mutual respect.

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KIDDUSH LUNCHEON

Congregation Kol Ami, 3919 Moran Road in Tampa, will host a Kiddush luncheon on Jan. 21, following the 9:30 a.m. Shabbat services.Admission is free, but nonmembers are asked to RSVP by calling (813) 962-6338.

We Care Food Pantry, which services Homosassa, and also shares food with more than 30 agencies in Pasco, Citrus, Hernando, Marion and Sumter counties, will host an online auction fundraiser from Jan. 17 to Feb. 28.There will be 250 items up for bid, and categories include sports memorabilia, toys, jewelry, entertainment, water sporting activities, sporting goods, small appliances, music memorabilia, home goods, restaurant certificates, gift certificates, clothing, art and more.All proceeds will go to the We Care Food Pantry, a nonprofit organization that aims to help solve the hunger problem affecting thousands of neighbors.

To view items and place a bid, go to tinyurl.com/gmfzxkc.

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GARDEN MEETING

The New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Zephyrhills, will host a community garden meeting on Jan. 19 at 6:30 p.m., for anyone interested in gardening. For information, call (813) 788-6375.

MAKE CANDY SUSHI

The New Tampa Regional Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd., will offer a candy sushi party for teens on Jan. 19 at 6 p.m., to celebrate the Chinese Year of the Horse.

Participants can learn the art of preparing candy sushi and create sushi designs. For information, call (813) 273-3652, or visit HCPLC.org.

A NEW YOU SERIES

Gulfside Hospice will host a free speaker series with community presenters called “A New You: Making Resolutions & Following Through” on Jan. 19 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., at Cares Elfers Center, 4136 Barker Drive in New Port Richey.The five topics will include eating healthy, fitness and balance with Tai Chi, making a travel bucket list, organizing finances and volunteering in the community. Coffee and refreshments will be served.Admission is free. For information and to RSVP by Jan. 17, call (727) 845-5707.

SENIOR GAMES

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will host senior games on Jan. 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.There will be card playing, board games and video games, for adults. Refreshments will be provided. For information, call (813) 929-1214.

FLY ON THE FORD

The Ford Tri-Motor (also known as the Tin Goose), the first airplane put into commercial airline service by the United States, will stop at the Zephyrhills Municipal Airport, 39450 South Ave., on Jan. 19, Jan. 20, Jan. 21 and Jan. 22. Guests can journey back in aviation’s golden age and book a ride. Every seat is a window seat.An adult must accompany a youth 16 years of age and younger. Children younger than 2 years old can fly free and sit on an adult’s lap. For information and to book a flight, visit EAA.org.

HISTORICAL SOCIETY

The Pasco County Historical Society will meet on Jan. 20 at 7 p.m., at the Pioneer Florida Museum & Village, 15602 Pioneer Museum Road in Dade City.The guest speaker will be Jillian Thomas, public education specialist for the Pasco County Mosquito Control District.A covered-dish dinner will precede the program. Guests should bring something to share, and cutlery, disposable plates and a beverage.

Admission is free. For information, call Glen Thompson at (352) 567-7449.

BETMAR DESSERT THEATER

Betmar Dessert Theatre will present its rendition of “Tales of the Yukon” on Jan. 20 at 7 p.m., and on Jan. 21 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.The program is six one-act plays.

The Spinner Law Firm – Injury Attorneys, in partnership with Wesley Chapel Nissan, The Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce and Symphonic B2B, will host a New Year’s Social and Re-Gift Collection on Jan. 25 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at its Wesley Chapel office, at 2418 Cypress Glen Drive in the Cypress Glen Professional Park.

If you received washcloths, towels, warm clothing, socks, shoes, jackets, blankets or pillows that you would like to re-gift to the needy families at Wesley Chapel High School, stop by.

Hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be served, and the Bob T Trio will provide entertainment.

For information, call (813) 991-5099.

Tickets are $5 with reserved seating. If tickets are purchased at the door, there is no guarantee of dessert. For tickets, call (585) 334-8344. For information, call Richard Nelson at (813) 782-4282.

MOVIES AND POPCORN

The Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City, will offer a free movie and popcorn on Jan. 20 at 2 p.m., for adults.

Also, a free family movie will be shown on Jan. 21 at 2 p.m., for kids age 12 and younger, with a parent or guardian. For information and movie titles, call (352) 567-3576.

VETERANS CENTER

Starting Jan. 20, the Pasco Vet Center will provide weekly readjustment counseling services for all veterans living in Wesley Chapel and surrounding areas.

Appointments will be available at 9 a.m., 10 a.m., and 11 a.m., on Fridays, at PascoHernando State College’s Porter Campus at Wiregrass, 2727 Mansfield Blvd., in Wesley Chapel. For information or to schedule an appointment, call (727) 372-1854.

ARTIC ANIMAL CRAFT

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will offer a kids’ artic animal craft on Jan. 21 from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., for kindergarten through fifth grade. For information, call (813) 929-1214.

KOL AMI THEATER

Congregation Kol Ami will present “From Generation to Generation:A Theater Production” on Jan. 21 at 8 p.m., and on Jan. 22 at 3 p.m., at the Hillsborough Community College Mainstage Theater, 2204 N. 15th St., in Ybor City.The program is a musical presentation filled with humor, song and touching moments.

Tickets are $25. Fifty percent of all tickets sales will be donated to Jewish Family Services. For information, call (813) 9626338.

SEWING BASICS 101

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will offer Sewing Basics 101 on Jan. 21 from 10 a.m. to noon and from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., for ages 9 and older.

Participants can learn the different parts of the machine and how it is used, including

presser feet, bobbins and threading, and sewing lines and curves.A signed liability waiver is required. For information and to register, call (813) 929-1214.

SONS OF AMERICAN REVOLUTION

The local Tampa Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution will meet on Jan. 21 at the Rusty Pelican Restaurant, 2425 Rocky Point Drive in Tampa, for its annual officer’s installation meeting. Space is limited to 35 participants.The cost for lunch is $25, payable ahead of time.To attend, email Charles Klug at Charles.klug@verizon.net.

TABLETOP GAMING

The New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Zephyrhills, will host free tabletop gaming for adults on Jan. 21 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.There will be classic board games, as well as new titles. Pizza and refreshments will be served. For information, call (813) 788-6375.

SUNCOAST ARTS FEST

The 12th annual Suncoast Arts Fest will take place on Jan. 21 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and on Jan. 22 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., at The Shops at Wiregrass, 28211 Paseo Drive in Wesley Chapel.The event will feature more than 125 fine artists and craftsmen, live entertainment, street painting, roaming entertainers, and free art projects for kids.Admission and parking are free. For information, visit SuncoastArtsFest.com.

VINO WITH VENUS

The Museum of Science & Industry, 4801 E. Fowler Ave., will host “Vino with Venus” on Jan. 21 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Guests can sample wine under the stars at the top of the Florida Hospital IMAX Dome Theatre, and look through telescopes.Admission includes the film “Hubble,” wine tastings, light snacks and desserts.Admission is $25 for adults, or $20 for MOSI members. Child care will be available for toilet-trained children ages 4 to 13, or children age 5 and older can attend the event, and sample food and juice boxes. Child care or child admission is $15 per child, or $10 for MOSI member children. For information, visit MOSI.org.

The Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce’s seventh annual Pigz in Z’Hills BBQ & Blues Festival will be on Jan. 21 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at 5200 Airport Road in Zephyrhills. More than 50 competition teams are expected to compete for top honors and trophies in four categories of barbecue.There also will be live blues music, and at 12:15 p.m., the National Anthem will be rendered as a skydiver enters with the American flag.

Guests can also visit a children’s area, an aviation showcase, a military history museum and a business expo.Admission is free, but parking is $10 per vehicle. Guests should bring lawn chairs. No pets or coolers will be allowed. For information, call (813) 782-1913.

KUMQUAT RUN & WALK

Registration is open for the Kumquat 5K Run and Walk in Dade City.This event will take place on Jan. 21 at 9 a.m. In addition to the 5K, a kid’s half mile race begins at 8:45 a.m.The course takes participants through downtown Dade City and along the Hardy Trail.This race is sponsored by Florida Hospital Zephyrhills and Florida Educators Insurance.All proceeds will benefit the Dade City Youth Council. For information or to register, visit 5Kumquat.com.

RIDGE MANOR DAY

Ridge Manor Day will take place on Jan. 21 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Ridge Manor Community Center, 34240 Cortez Blvd.

The event will feature live musical entertainment, a yoga demonstration, a teen who swallows fire, the Children’s Mexican Folk Dance Troup from Farm Worker’s Self Help in Dade City, a craft fair, a flea market, a pet parade, a corn hole tournament, a bounce house, a raffle, the blood mobile and more.The raffle and other proceeds will benefit Ridge Manor Crime Watch. For information, contact Faye or Ned Henderson at (352) 608-4339 or fhenderson72@yahoo.com.

KOL AMI BOWLING

Congregation Kol Ami’s bowling league will meet on Jan. 22 at 6 p.m., and every other Sunday, at Royal Lanes, 1927 Brinson Road in Lutz.The cost is $6 for three games, including shoe rental. For information, call (813) 962-6338.

CARROLLWOOD BOOK CLUB

The CCC Book Club is a free, informal book club that meets at the Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road, once a month.The group explores a variety of books, including fiction and nonfiction, male and female authors, classics and newly released titles.The club members promote a book of their choosing for addition to the list.The Jan. 23 meeting at 7 p.m., will be a discussion on “A Man Called Ove” by Fredrik Blackman. For information, email David Brayshaw at david8463@verizon.net, or visit CarrollwoodCenter.org.

CIRCUITRY FOR KIDS

The Lutz Branch Library, 101 W. Lutz-Lake Fern Road, will host a class for kids, ages 8 and older, to create game controllers, pianos and more, with everyday items while exploring basic circuitry.The class is limited to 20 participants. For information or to register, call (813) 273-3652, or visit HCPLC.org.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay will host an orientation meeting on Jan. 24 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Wesley Chapel Honda, 27750 Wesley Chapel Blvd., for anyone interested in becoming a mentor.

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The Sunrise Rotary Club of Dade City is having its annual Kumquat wine sale, and will take pre-orders through Jan. 27.

Rotarians will deliver to your place of business prior to the Kumquat Festival.

Proceeds from the sale will benefit local schools with books and scholarships,Toys for Tots, Skivvies for Tots, and food bags for less fortunate children. Buy a case and get a discount. For information, contact Jean Nathe at (813) 783-4364 or jean@trademarksales.com.

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ORCHID CLUB

The Tampa Orchid Club will meet on Jan. 24 at 10 a.m., at the Northdale Recreation Center, 15550 Spring Pine Drive in Tampa.

Doris Dukes, an American Orchid Society accredited judge, will present “Paphiopedilums: Growing and Showing.”

Doors open at 9:30 a.m.There will be a potluck lunch after the meeting, a member plant sale, a bloom table and a silent auction. For information, call Sharon Hartley at (727) 202-8505.

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The Dade City Garden Club will host a sixsession floral design course starting Jan. 24 at 9 a.m., at 13630 Fifth St., in Dade City.

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The New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Zephyrhills, will host a free presentation on Windows 10 Basics on Jan. 25 at 2 p.m.This is not a hands-on class, but participants can bring a Windows 10 laptop to follow along. Registration is required. For information, call (813) 7886375.

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Health services relocating to Wesley Chapel

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Pasco County health clinics in Zephyrhills and Land O’ Lakes will close and their services moved to a professional office building in Wesley Chapel.

The Pasco County Tax Collector’s office is expected to take over the former building used by the Land O’ Lakes clinic.

County officials then plan to use the tax collector’s old space for County Development Services, which includes its permitting office.

The new consolidated clinic in Wesley Chapel, at 33845 State Road 54, will open as of Feb. 15, according to a news release from the Florida Department of Health in Pasco County.

“The move will provide a broader range of services in the community,” according to the news release.

Services provided by the county health department clinics include family planning, testing for sexually transmitted diseases, immunizations, child and adult health services, and a nutrition program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC).

The Zephyrhills clinic currently operates in a trailer at 4717 Airport Road. The Land O’ Lakes clinic, at 4135 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., discontinued most of its health care services in late 2015.

The only program still operating at the site is WIC. County officials reassigned staff members to other clinics in New Port Richey, Dade City and Zephyrhills.

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Staff of the Pasco County Tax Collector’s Office will move from the David ‘Hap’ Clark Jr. building into the vacated Land O’ Lakes health clinic, which closes in February.

idation, said Angela Babson, spokeswoman for the Pasco County health department.

The new clinic will be an upgrade to a better facility, she added.

It also is located on a bus line, and is near U.S. 301 and Interstate 75.

Health department data showed that about 1,600 people received clinical services from the Zephyrhills’ location in the past year.About 5,400 participated in WIC. In Land O’ Lakes, about 5,600 people received WIC services.

Pasco County commissioners approved the purchase of the new clinic site – the Brookfield Professional Center - from Pilot

Bank in October 2016, at a cost of about $422,000.They also agreed to spend about $235,000 to remodel the building, which has three lobbies, four bathrooms, three break rooms and multiple offices, according to county records.

According to information given to county commissioners, the majority of clients seen at the Zephyrhills and Land O’ Lakes clinics were from Lutz and the Wesley Chapel area.

The vacated Land O’ Lakes clinic won’t go unused.

Within the year, employees at the tax collector’s office anticipate moving one door

Committee to study school impact fees

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As more rooftops pop up in Pasco County, more and more students living under those rooftops will take seats in crowded classrooms.While new residential construction is good for the county’s prosperity, it also is setting up a dilemma for Pasco County Schools.

The big question:Where will the district find money to build schools to keep up with demand over the next 10 years?

The apparent answer from the district’s school board is an increase in school impact fees applied to construction for new housing.

A 10-member committee, appointed by the Pasco County commissioners, will grapple

with the issue and make recommendations.

County commissioners approved the creation of a School Infrastructure Funding Committee at their Jan. 10 meeting in Dade City.

Five members will be developer/builder representatives and five will be citizen/parent representatives. No employees of the county or the school board can serve on the committee, though they can serve as staff members to the committee.

Each county commissioner will appoint one person from each category. However, county commissioners plan to consult with school board members about the citizen/parent selections.

Based on a study, the school board is seeking to increase impact fees on new

homes from $4,828 to $9,174 for single-family detached; from $1,740 to $3,693 for single-family attached; from $2,843 to $5,634 for mobile homes; and from $1,855 to $5,382 for multi-family.

Ray Gadd, deputy superintendent for Pasco County Schools, said the study lays out what the future holds for the school district’s growth and its financial needs.

“We think it can be legitimately defended,” Gadd said, of the proposed fee increases.

The study’s analysis completed by Maryland-based consulting firm, Tischler Bise, determined that school enrollment within five years will increase by more than 5,200 students. In 10 years, it predicts that nearly 10,500 new students will enroll.

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The school district’s building plans include two new schools opening in fall, and another four schools that will be built within the next 10 years. The total cost is estimated at $196 million, and will add about 6,500 more classroom seats.

The authority to increase impact fees belongs to the commission, not the school board.The fees are assessed against builders for each new home, excluding 55 and older communities.

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Pasco County Tax Collector Mike Fasano said the clinic building will be gutted and remodeled for about $1.2 million. Funding will come from the tax collector’s budget, not the county, Fasano said.

Renovations are expected to take about seven months, with an opening in October or November.

“It is very much needed,” Fasano said.

“Our Land O’ Lakes office continues to see more clients from one month to the other, as the area grows.”

New homes, new buildings and new businesses are all in the mix, he said.

The Land O’Lakes’ office is the second busiest in Pasco after the New Port Richey office at 4720 U.S. 19.

According to data from the tax collector’s office, hundreds of customers are served daily at the Land O’ Lakes office. At times, people wait in long lines, spilling onto the sidewalk outside.

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“We definitely need a bigger office to accommodate our Land O’ Lakes service area,” Fasano said.“This will do that.”

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The appointment took effect on Nov. 14.

Delgardo was selected from a field of 120 applicants.

Delgardo most recently served as the vice president of Community Impact for United Way, and has been with the organization since 2012.

Her prior work experience included a leadership role in both the Massachusetts governor’s office and state senate.

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Club honors woman of the year The GFWC Lutz-Land O’Lakes Woman’s Club has recognized Lois Cohen, of Land O’ Lakes, as its Club Woman of the Year. Cohen chairs the club Arts & Crafts Committee, co-chaired the Lutz Arts & Crafts Show, serves on the club’s board, and is involved with many other club committees and projects. Club president Karin D’Amico, left, congratulates Cohen at a recent luncheon. For information on the club, visit GFWCLutzLandOLakesWomansClub.org.

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Living, A Health and Wellness Center, 2754 Winguard Circle, Suite 102, in Wesley Chapel, will offer a free weight-loss seminar every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.

This is a physician-based, weight-loss clinic that offers education on nutritional plans, cellulite reduction and skin rejuvenation.

The clinic also helps to lower or eliminate the need for medications for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, sleep apnea, type 2 diabetes and more.

For information, call Cherlee Street at (813) 995-4325, or email livinghealthandwellness@gmail.com.

MEDICARE HELP

Several libraries will offer Medicare education and enrollment assistance at these locations: • Jan. 19 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Zephyrhills. For information, call (813) 7886375.

• Jan. 21 from 10 a.m. to noon, at Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway. For information, call (813) 929-1214, or visit FloridaShine.org.

• Jan. 26 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., at Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City. For information, call (352) 567-3576.

Gulfside Hospice will offer a new eightweek bereavement support group starting Jan. 19.The meetings will take place weekly on Thursdays at 3 p.m., at Gulfside’s Bereavement and Community Outreach Center, 6230 Lafayette St., in New Port Richey.

The group will emphasize discussion and participation, while focusing on the various aspects of grief and the healing process.

For information about attending, call Kelly Cavagnetto at (813) 431-3348, prior to the session start date.

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Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point will host Matter of Balance classes every Wednesday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., starting Jan. 23, at the Rao Musunuru MD Conference Center, 14100 Yosemite Drive in Hudson.

The program is eight two-hour sessions, and uses group discussion, problem-solving strategies, videos and gentle physical exercise.

For information or to register, call (727) 869-5498.

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The Health & Wellness Center at Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel, 2700 Healing Way, will host a free women’s health lecture on Jan. 24 at noon.

Dr. Elisa Thompson will discuss gynecologic cancers, and symptoms, risk factors and treatment options.

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Oasis Pregnancy Care Centers, 3632 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., Suite 108, in Land O’ Lakes, has announced staffing appointments for 2017. With Peter Castellani, Oasis founder and executive director, are from left: Jacqueline Quinones, center director; Princess Roshell, Wesley Chapel center director; Anita Albert-Watson, client services director; Debbie Hamby, post-abortion recovery director in a volunteer position; and, Mardee Harvey, executive assistant and event coordinator.

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Dr. James Donovan, orthopedic surgeon, will discuss the signs, symptoms and treatment options for orthopedic joint issues, hand arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome and other conditions.

Admission is free. A complimentary lunch will be provided. Reservations are required.

For information, call (727) 834-5630.

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St. Joseph’s Hospital-North, 4211 Van Dyke Road in Lutz, will offer a breast-feeding class on Jan. 26 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., in Garden Classroom A. Continued on next page

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The class will cover breast-feeding basics, skin-to-skin contact, tips for returning to work, and when to call a health care provider/lactation consultant.

Registration is for the expectant parent, plus one guest. Dads are encouraged to attend.

The cost is $25.

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WHOLE BODY TUNE-UP

The “Whole Body Tune-up” program for wellness will be offered at these libraries starting on Jan. 28: • New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Zephyrhills, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

• Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

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There will be practical information, current research, and hands-on techniques to use at home.

Class size is limited to 25 participants.

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COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI OPEN HOUSE Countryside Montessori Charter School, 5852 Ehren Cut-Off in Land O’ Lakes, will host an open house for the 2017-2018 school year on Jan. 19 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., for first to eighth grade. Guests can tour the campus, and meet the teachers and staff.

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MAGNET APPLICATION PERIOD The Pasco County Schools magnet application period ends on Jan. 20.

Parents interested in enrolling their students in one of the specialized magnet programs, can find out more information and complete an application at PascoSchools.org/ed_choice/magnet.

All properly completed applications will be entered into a lottery. Families will be notified of acceptance status by mid-February, so those who are not accepted have time to complete the traditional school choice open enrollment application between Feb. 1 and March 1.

Pasco County Schools’ magnet options include Sanders Memorial STEAM Elementary Magnet School, Centennial STEM Middle Magnet School and Bayonet Point STEM Middle Magnet School.

Families who do not have computer access, can complete applications at their local school or public library.

COX ELEMENTARY CELEBRATES 90 Rodney B. Cox Elementary School, 37615 Martin Luther King Blvd., in Dade City, will host a second celebration for its 90th anniversary on Jan. 30 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., with a dinner fundraiser and a Memory Walk featuring photographs through the eras of the school’s history.

For information, call (727) 774-5100.

CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH Conversational Spanish classes will be offered on Wednesdays, from 4 p.m. to 5:15 p.m., at Lake Bernadette in Zephyrhills, from Feb. 1 to March 8. The cost is $10 per lesson.

There is a $60 fee per student that includes class materials. There will be an optional field trip on March 9 to a local restaurant.

Learn to exchange brief greetings, communicate with home or yard helpers, and order at restaurants.

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Setting a course for future teachers

Representatives from Saint Leo University traveled to Washington D.C., to participate in a briefing at the White House for college educators specializing in teacher preparation. The school’s Education Department was recognized for its success in preparing future teachers to use educational technology effectively in kindergarten to 12th-grade classrooms. From left are Holly Atkins; Vanessa Hilton, Pasco County Schools’ administration team and adjunct at Saint Leo; Candace Roberts; and, Stacie Dunmire, Saint Leo graduate from Land O’ Lakes and new teacher in Hernando County.

Participants also will learn basic knowledge of Cuban and Mexican foods, and learn more than 200 common words.

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GAITHER BAND FUNDRAISER The Tampa Bay Chocolate Festival II will be on Jan. 28 from noon to 5 p.m., at Gaither High School, 16200 N. Dale Mabry Highway in Northdale, to raise money to send the band students to perform at Carnegie Hall in New York City, in April.

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Human trafficking is the second largest criminal enterprise in the world, just behind the illegal drug trade — netting billions of dollars annually, experts say.

But, it’s a crime that many know little about and often are unaware that it’s happening in their own backyard, said Cpl.Alan Wilkett, of the Pasco County Sheriff’s Office.

“When we talk about this problem, we’re not talking about a Mexico problem, or a Guatemala problem, or a Colombia problem,” Wilkett said, during a symposium on human trafficking at Pasco-Hernando State College’s Porter Campus, on Jan. 12.

“We have to look at our own communities and say,‘What’s going on, around us?’”

Wilkett said.

“Not too far from where we’re sitting right now, we have cases working. In Wesley Chapel, there was a house that was housing human trafficking adult victims,” he said.

“Just down the street from here, some folks who had been educated about human trafficking, interrupted two 15-year-old girls who were being snatched by a human trafficking predator.

Nationally, Florida ranks third in the number of human trafficking crimes — trailing only California and Texas,Wilkett said.Tampa Bay ranks second highest in Florida, in suspected cases reported to the national human trafficking hotline.

The law enforcement officer told those gathered about a case he worked that began as a traffic stop.

A van ran a red light, and when Wilkett stopped it, he discovered that it was filled with men. They were obviously laborers who had been working all day, he said.

“Nobody has paperwork,” he said. Finally, one of them calls someone and a guy arrives a few minutes later.

He tells Wilkett:“I am so glad you pulled them over. I just fired them today. I just found out today that they are illegal.”

The men had been working on a local construction project, hanging drywall.

“I knew we had a problem here,”Wilkett said.

Undocumented workers are often smuggled into the United States on the promise

Natalie Epo, an associate dean at Pasco-Hernando State College’s Porter Campus, said the college wants to help the community to be aware of important issues, such as human trafficking.

they’ll be given work and will be able to repay the person who smuggled them, the law enforcement officer said. But, despite working long hours, they never earn enough money to repay the debt.

Statistics on human trafficking vary, Wilkett said. He uses the most conservative estimate, which puts the figure at 20.9 million. That includes about 5.5 million children, he said.

Many people are aware that modern-day slavery includes the sex trade, Wilkett said.

They may not realize how young the victims can be.

Minors are being rescued from sex trafficking, Wilkett said.“The average age that we are rescuing in the Tampa Bay area is 13.

Nationally, it’s 12 to 15.”

Human trafficking goes beyond the commercial sex trade, Wilkett added. Forced labor includes such industries as landscaping, construction, nail salons, restaurants and agriculture.

Edie Rhea, a survivor of human trafficking and a woman who uses the pseudonym Amy, also spoke at the symposium.

Rhea was just 10 years old when her world was turned upside down, by the man

who claimed that she was his little princess.

Her mother’s boyfriend began raping her, and then he began selling her to other men who raped her, Rhea said.

Amy said she was a single mother with a medically needy baby when she went to work at a strip club, and was then recruited by a pimp who beat her severely and used the threat of future beatings to keep her in his grip.

The symposium is part of a series of community seminars to help raise awareness about a variety of issues.

Natalie Epo, associate dean of academic affairs and retention services, said it’s important to put the spotlight on human trafficking.

“The reality is that it’s happening,” Epo said.“It can be someone luring your kids for jobs.They can say,‘Hey, we have a job we’re going to send you to New York, or whatever the case might be.

“Unfortunately, they get trapped in this horrible system of human trafficking,” she said.

“We want to able to keep the community abreast about issues that are affecting them. We want to keep our finger on the

PIGZ, from page 1A Those with other interests can enjoy children’s activities, a car show, an aviation showcase, access to a military history museum and a business expo.

A key moment at the event is expected at 12:15 p.m. That’s when the National Anthem will be rendered while local skydiver David Strobel jumps in bearing the American flag.

Unlike the prior barbecue festivals, this year’s edition is set in a roomier venue with permanent staging.

Since 2013, the tract of land the chamber had been using at the airport was about 2.5 acres.The new venue spans 14 acres.

Amenities include a 20-by-40 stage, and 50 spaces equipped with water and electric.

The expanded area, too, comfortably accommodates up to 15,000 guests at a time, and will provide easy access and parking along South Avenue.

All of the venue space will be used, officials say.

“It’s going to be huge compared to what we’ve had in the past, and it’s going to be more family friendly,” said Melonie Monson, executive director for The Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce.

Ultimately, the new venue is expected to help the one-day fest run smoother by creating an improved layout for musicians, vendors and attendees.

Additionally, the new venue helps reduce expenses, including the annual costs to rent a stage and generators, which organizers say have totaled nearly $10,000 in the past.

“Having a permanent venue will allow our event to grow as we see fit, along with helping make planning and set up much easier on the barbecue committee and staff,” Monson said.

Since its inception in 2010, Pigz in Z’Hills has proven to be a financial boon for the community.

Chamber officials say the event has created an economic impact of more than $1.5 million for Zephyrhills.

Of the nearly 30,000 total attendees the past six years, officials estimate that more than half have come from outside the region and state.

Last year’s event, though, saw a sizable decrease in turnout from the prior year.

MEETING, from page 1A the building provides a public service.

That public hearing is scheduled for Jan. 24 at 1:30 p.m., during the County Commission’s regular meeting at the Historic Pasco County Historic Courthouse, at 37918 Meridian Ave., Dade City.

If a state grant is approved and remodeling funds are made available, Elmore said Extension would need to relocate while that work is done.

Karen Foster and Diane Parker are volunteers who have made it their mission to help spread the word about human trafficking. They want to people to understand the dangers, so they can be vigilant about protecting themselves and their loved ones.

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pulse of the community,” she said.

Students at the state college also benefit from this type of symposium, said Rene Hensley, a teacher on the state college’s West Campus.

Hensley was there with her first-year licensed practical nursing students.

She thought they could become more knowledgeable about the issue and pick up some pointers on how to respond to a patient, if they discover he or she is a victim of human trafficking.

The speaker,Amy, who landed in the hospital more than once, offered a piece of advice on how to respond to a human trafficking victim:“It’s really about one human (communicating) to another human,” she said.

Karen Foster, of Dade City, and Diane Parker, of Zephyrhills, are volunteers who are committed to raising awareness about human trafficking.

“Our mission, as volunteers, is to make sure everyone knows about it,” Foster said.

Parker agreed:“We have to tell everybody about it. We live our lives, and we’re not aware what goes on.When you tell people, they are amazed.”

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Don Carlon, of Dan’s Dogs in New Port Richey, mixed barbecue sauce, veggies and sausages on a grill at last year’s Pigz in Z’Hills BBQ & Blues Festival. Approximately 50 teams are slated to participate in the event on Jan. 21.

There were about 7,000 showgoers in 2016, down from nearly 10,000 in 2015.

Still, the chamber reached its revenue goals, and was able to donate $15,000 back to the Zephyrhills community; several local youth and education programs were beneficiaries.

Going forward, the chamber director expects the event to run even more efficiently once organizers determine the most ideal layout for the new festival grounds.

“Obviously, this year, everything’s new.

You never know what you’re going to get and you see that something might need to be changed...because of this new venue and the layout,” Monson explained.

“After this year, it’s going to be a lot easier,” she said.

Organizers suggest bringing lawn chairs because of limited seating. No coolers or pets are allowed.

For more information, visit ZephyrhillsChamber.org, or call (813) 782-1913.

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The Extension director said one of the best things that came out of the Oct. 12 meeting is that she learned about Ortiz’s willingness to take on a leadership role.

Elmore also said that Cathy Pearson, an assistant county administrator who led the previous stakeholder’s meeting, will be leading the Jan. 19 meeting, too.

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Coming off a calendar year of fast-pitch softball, the Lutz Leaguerettes have taken another step forward.

The girls recreational softball league recently announced the completion of several new capital improvement projects at both Oscar Cooler and Nye parks.

Some of the highlights: • Field refurbishments, including new clay and magnetic break-free bases on all five fields • Outdoor batting turfs and mats for hitting cages • New remote-operated scoreboards • Updated concession area with a sound system • Remodeled board room with new carpet and paint job • Park security cameras Hillsborough County owns both parks, but the Leaguerettes have a field-usage agreement, and work closely with county’s parks and recreation department.

Mike Cook, president of the Lutz Leaguerettes, said the additions were made gradually during the past 18 months to two years.

He estimates more than $40,000 in upgrades were made via a combination of donations, league funds and various sponsorships.

“We try not to skimp on equipment, because it gets used every day,” Cook said.

Affiliations with local professional sports teams (Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tampa Bay Rays, Tampa Bay Lightning, USF Bulls) and other businesses (Disney World, Great Clips, Publix) also helped make the upgrades possible, he said.

“We work with a lot of different organizations,” Cook said.“We work with whoever we can.”

Though he’s unsure of a timeline, the league president said he’d eventually like to

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New clay surfaces are one of the many facility upgrades for the Lutz Leaguerettes 2017 spring fast-pitch season. The girls recreational fast-pitch organization plays its games at both Oscar Cooler Park and Nye Park.

install CCTV video cameras for each field; the cameras would allow players’ families and friends to live stream Leaguerettes games through a computer.

The announced upgrades, meanwhile, follow what was an eventful 2016 for the organization.

Last January, the Leaguerettes announced they were offering a recreational fast-pitch league for the first time in its 37-year history.

Just six months later, the Leaguerettes discontinued their slow-pitch leagues altogether, citing dwindling registration figures and an overwhelming preference for fastpitch.

(Other softball programs — the Brandon Leaguerettes, North Tampa Leaguerettes, Tampa Bay Velocity and FishHawk Miss Tampa Bay Softball — all transitioned exclusively to fast-pitch over the past few seasons.)

For the Leaguerettes, the exclusive move to fast pitch has been a success thus far.

The 2016 fall fast-pitch season reportedly had about 160 players.

That figure, Cook said, was about three times as many as previous slow-pitch fall leagues, which typically drew “40 or 50 players.”

“We were pleasantly surprised to get as many registered players as we did,” Cook said of the fall season.“I think a lot of that has to do with the upgrades to the field...and the word spreading of moving over to fast pitch.

“I’m really happy with the turnout.”

Meantime, the 2017 Leaguerettes spring season is just around the corner.

Registration is open through Jan. 21, with the season slated to kick off in February.

The spring league is limited to the first 300 players that sign up, due to available field space and resources; about 130 players were registered, as of Jan. 11.

Cook said six divisions will likely be offered, for girls ages 4 to 18.

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They include: t-ball (ages 4-5), 8U (ages 68), 10U (ages 8-10), 12U (10-12), 14U (ages 12-14), 16U (ages 14 to 16) and 18U (ages 16 to 18).

Despite “some growing pains” in the initial transition to fast pitch, the second full season should be smoother, Cook acknowledged.

“We’ve had a lot to learn—a lot of meetings and a lot of different ideas,” Cook said.

“We had to learn the rules of fast pitch compared to slow pitch.”

In fact, the organization brought in a few fast-pitch experts, training Leaguerettes coaches and players via skill clinics. League board members, too, spoke at length with high school coaches and athletic directors, learning the nuances of the game.

In general, the offensive strategy differs between fast pitch and slow pitch.

In fast pitch, the general offensive approach is to play ‘small ball,’ where bunting, slapping and hitting singles are heavily relied upon to generate runs. Conversely, offensive players in slow-pitch softball are often taught to hit the ball as far as possible, due to the relative ease at making contact.

More protective gear, such as facemasks, is also required in fast pitch.

“We’re at the point where we’re pretty sufficient in our knowledge of the game; a lot of people are happy about fast pitch,” Cook said.“We’re continuously evolving,” The league president also noted there aren’t too many requests for slow pitch anymore.

“I think we’re at the point where everybody realizes we’re completely fast pitch, and now we’re just in the process of growing the league.”

Even so, the league’s “ultimate objective” remains the same — create a family based atmosphere in a community setting.

And, let the youngsters have fun.

The Leaguerettes are a PONY (Protect Our Nation’s Youth) Softball affiliate. For more information, visit LutzSoftball.com.

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On the first two Mondays of each month, Revolution Roller Derby will have open recruitment from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., at SpinNations, 8345 Congress St., in New Port Richey.Anyone over the age of 16 is welcome to join; no experience is necessary.The nonprofit, flat-track roller derby league features a women’s team, The Rolling Valkyries; and a coed team, Mom & Pop’s Militia. For information, email info@revolutionrollerderby.com, or visit RevolutionRollerDerby.com.

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LUTZ SOFTBALL REGISTRATION OPEN

Registration is open until Jan. 21 for the Lutz Leaguerettes 2017 spring recreation fast-pitch softball season. The league is for girls ages 4 to 18. Six divisions, including tball, are being offered. For information, visit LutzSoftball.com, or call (813)-949-9580.

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Darin Kilfoyl, a junior right-hander for Academy at the Lakes, has committed to play baseball at St. Johns River State College in Palatka.

Last season, the 6-foot-8 Kilfoyl recorded a 0.91 ERA and struck out 97 batters, in 46 innings.At the plate, Kilfoyl batted .348 with two home runs and 16 RBIs. Over the summer, Kilfoyl played for the Atlanta Blue Jays, an elite travel club for 15 to 18 year olds.

Kilfoyl is noted for having a four-pitch arsenal, which includes a fastball, curveball, changeup and cutter.

OTHER LOCAL COMMITS

• Erika Peitersen, a senior midfielder for Steinbrenner High, has verbally committed to play soccer at Saint Leo University. In 2016, Peitersen was a second-team AllWestern Conference selection, scoring six goals and notching nine assists.

• Cayley Gottschall, a senior outfielder for Sunlake High, has verbally committed to play softball at Broward College. In 2016, Gottschall batted .364, with 21 runs and 11 RBI. Gottschall is the third Sunlake softball player to announce a commitment this Cayley Gottschall year. The others are second baseman Haley Kirinsky (Flagler College) and catcher Shelby Lansing (Southeastern University).

PHSC volleyball adds middle blocker The Pasco-Hernando State College volleyball program has added one of the region’s top middle blockers to its 2017 roster.

The state college also recently announced the signing of Abby Epstein, a two-sport athlete from Crystal River High School in Citrus County.

Epstein, a three-year starter, was the 6A-7 district leader in kills (362), blocks (144) and aces (49) in 2016. She was also named the Florida Athletic Coaches Association

(FACA) Region 8 District 6A Player of the Year and was selected to play on the FACA All-Star Team.

“Abby is an exceptional athlete with an outstanding work ethic.We look forward to her joining our volleyball program at PHSC,” head coach Kim Whitney said, in a statement.

Epstein also led her high school team with a .356 hitting percentage. PHSC’s volleyball season begins in August.

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Saddlebrook Resort in Wesley Chapel is hosting a $25,000 United States Tennis Association Women’s Tennis event from Jan. 22 to Jan. 29. Matches will be played daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sixty-four professional tennis players are expected, including rising stars Cici Bellis, 17, and 24-year-old Shelby Rodgers. Players will compete in singles and doubles draw, with four rounds per day.

Besides the purse, the tournament allows pros to generate ranking points for larger events, such as grand slams. There is no spectator charge, but Saddlebrook Resort requires valet parking of $25 per day. For more information, visit Saddlebrook.com.

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Nominations for the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSSA) Hall of Fame Class of 2017 are being accepted through Jan. 20. Individuals may include student-athletes, coaches, administrators, contest officials, media personnel, sports medicine personnel, athletic trainers or distinguished volunteers. Nominees may either be retired from their field, or still active. Founded in 1991, the Florida High School Athletic Hall of Fame has enshrined 175 individuals, to date. For information, visit FHSAA.org.

LUTZ CHIEFS FOOTBALL REGISTRATION

Registration is open for Lutz Chiefs youth spring football.Teams will be spread among five age divisions (5 to 14 years old); they will play a five-game regular season in the Tampa Bay Extreme Spring Football league. Practices start Feb. 8, and the first spring game is March 10. For information, visit LutzChiefs.org.

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The third annual AVID 5K will be Feb. 4 at Pasco High School, 36850 State Road 52 in Dade City. Cost is $15 per individual, while group registration is $10 per individual. Proceeds will go to support college-bound students in the school’s AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) program. The 5K course winds through campus, and features a hilly terrain.

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Tyler Maslen, 9, and Curtis Baker, 4, both of Zephyrhills show off their face and arm painting while they wait for their turn at the Sugar Cane Tossin’ contest at the Pioneer Florida Museum this past weekend.

Festival offers up a sweet and spicy time

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hether it was tasting cane syrup, riding on a mule, sampling chili, or listening to music, there were plenty of ways to have fun at the seventh annual Raising Cane Festival at the Pioneer Florida Museum in Dade City.

Those attending the festival had a chance to see how sugarcane is turned into syrup.They also could check out the festival’s first chili cookoff, and the syruptasting contest, where samples were judged on taste, color, pour and clarity.

Other activities included live entertainment, barrel train rides and a petting zoo, as well as iron skillet and sugar cane pole tossin’.

Wilbur Dew, who has produced cane syrup for more than 20 years, demonstrated his skills.

Museum experts say cane syrup was a routine part of pioneers’ diets, especially those settled in southern states, like Florida.

The Pioneer Florida Museum gives visitors a chance to step back in time and learn how the state’s early settlers lived.

For more information about the museum, visit PioneerFloridaMuseum.org.

A jam session of plucked, bowed and hammered strings continued throughout the day.

Brianna Barriger, FFA member at Zephyrhills High School, rides Sam the Mule to drive the cane crushing machine used to get the cane sugar for boiling into syrup.

Jason Aiken, of Zephyrhills and the Aiken Family Farms, sits behind beeswax artwork as a bee inspects his work.

Marcus Copeland, of Dade City, watches as Wilbur Dew, a staff member of the museum, pours the heated syrup into a container to cool and to be bottled for sale at the Pioneer Florida Museum.

Aaron Tadlock, of Trilacoochee, sells candy and caramel corn at local events. This time he teamed up with Steve Melton, of Trilby, to test corn flavored with cane syrup. The new combination was a big hit.

Two-year-old Madeline Sizemore, of Spring Hill, pays close attention to a rabbit in the petting zoo.

Jeremy Vanhoose, of Zephyrhills, lead guitar of the Cold Iron Band, was in one of several bands that played during the day.

Veni Miller, of Acworth, Georgia, was one of the competitors in the Chili and Salsa Competition.

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Lots of places have become so urbanized that the only chance people have to see wildlife is at a zoo. But that’s not true in many parts of The Laker/Lutz News’ coverage area.

If you’ve captured a photograph of an interesting bird or wild creature, we’d love to share your image with our readers.

If you’d like us to consider publishing your photograph, please email it to us at news@lakerlutznews.com.

Please be sure to include what kind of animal it is, and where you took the picture. Also include your contact information, so we can get in touch with you, if we need to.

Bruce likes to cuddle and play Wait a minute! Don’t pass me by. My name is Bruce. I am very affectionate and like to give kisses. I could be your best friend; I am super smart, and I am even enrolled in a class to become a Canine Good Citizen. I have lots of energy and enthusiasm, and really love to learn. My friends at the shelter are teaching me how to walk on a loose leash, and do all kinds of cool tricks. I get stressed out when I see other dogs but, with training, I have made a ton of progress in a short amount of time. I would love to be your only dog and make you really proud. Ask one of the volunteers or staff to introduce us to each other today.

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Nico has been with the shelter for nearly two months. He is a sweet, lovable boy who is looking for a lap to nap upon. This gentle pup is happy to curl up with you and relax, and is equally as happy to run and play in the yard. Nico would love to meet you and show you how wonderful of a boy he is, and how much love he can give. He likes meeting new people and enjoyed meeting children at a recent event.

Nico rides well in the car, too. If you have another furry friend at home, if would be great if you could bring it out to the shelter to meet him, as Nico seems to like other dogs. He is waiting to meet you.

If you would like to adopt either Bruce or Nico, be sure to visit Pasco County Animal Services at 19640 Dogpatch Lane in Land O’ Lakes. The adoption center is open Tuesday through Saturday, noon to 6:30 p.m. All adoption fees include spay/neuter, microchip and vaccines. For more information, email adoptionpartners@pascocountyfl.net.

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Pasco County Animal Services’Tail Wagon will make an adoption stop at Odessa Petco, 16248 State Road 54, on Jan. 19 and Jan. 26, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

For information, call (813) 929-1212.

If you have pet news about adoptions, walks or other events for pet owners and their pets, you can let us know by sending us an email. We just need the basics: who, what, when, where and why.

The information should be submitted two weeks prior to the desired publication date.We also need a contact name and number; in case we have questions.

There is no guarantee of publication, but we consider each item we receive.

If you’d like to make a submission, send it to news@lakerlutznews.com.

RESCUE EVENT NEEDS VOLUNTEERS The 13th annual Gulfport “Get Rescued” event is looking for volunteers for this animal rescue festival and fundraiser, scheduled for Feb. 25 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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Brown is a graduate of the University of South Florida, where he majored in political science and minored in leadership studies.

Previously, he worked as West Central Florida regional manager for Florida’s Chief Financial

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LAW FIRM RIBBON CUTTING

The Devolder Law Firm will have a ribbon cutting on Jan. 19 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., at 8709 Hunters Green Drive, Suite 103, in New Tampa.

The event is free.

For more information, please call The Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce at (813) 994-8534, or email office@wesleychapelchamber.com.

SPA RIBBON CUTTING

The Cabana Spa will have a ribbon cutting on Jan. 20 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., at

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Light refreshments and giveaways will be provided.

For information, call The Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce at (813) 994-8534, or email office@ wesleychapelchamber.com.

RIBBON CUTTING

Go Craft Yourself will have a ribbon cutting on Jan. 24 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at 103111 Cross Creek Blvd., Suite A, in New Tampa.

The event is free.

For information, contact The Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce at office@WesleyChapelChamber.com, or call (813) 994-8534.

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With our partner, North Newland Communities is the largest private developer of planneed mixed-use communities in the United States. Wi America Sekisui House, LLC, we believe it is our responsibility to create communities for people to live life in ways that matter most to them. www w..newlandcommunities.com | www w..nashcommunities.com NASH Bexley, LLC (“Fe e Owner” ) is the owner and developer of the Bexley Communit y (“Communit y” ). Cer tain homebuilder s unaf filiate d with the Fe e Owner or its relate d entities are building homes in the Communit y (“Builder(s)”). Fe e Owner has retaine d Newland Communities solely as the proper t y manager for the Communit y. Nor th A merica Sekisui House has an interest in one of the member s in Fe e Owner. Newland Communities and Nor th A merica Sekisui House are not co - developing, co -building or other wise responsible for any of the obligations or representations of any of the Builder s, and shall have no obligations to any buyer re garding a home purchase from a Builder. Additionally, Fe e Owner may se ek to qualif y its Communit y for of fering and sale of proper t y in states where prior out- of-state re gistration is re quire d before lots, parcels, or interests may be of fere d for sale or lease to residents of such states, which states may have spe cific disclosures that must be delivered to prospe ctive purchaser s before the exe cution of any instrument relate d to the sale or lease any real proper t y interest in the Communit y. Builder s have be en informed of such state -mandate d re quirements and it is the obligation of such Builder s to comply with all land sale re gistration re gulations as mandate d by their contractual relationships with Fe e Owner and to distribute all applicable disclosures to prospe ctive purchaser s prior to or at exe cution of a contract of sale for real estate.

Purchaser s of homes from any of the Builder s waive any claims against Newland Communities and /or Nor th A merica Sekisui House arising out of their purchase transaction. This is not intende d to be an of fer to sell or a solicitation of of fer s to buy real estate in the Bexley Communit y to residents of Conne cticut, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, New York, New Jer sey, and O re gon, or in any other jurisdiction where prohibite d by law. © 2017 Bexley. A ll rights reser ve d. Bexley is a trademark of NASH Bexley, LLC, and may not be copie d, imitate d or use d, in whole or in par t, without prior writ ten permission. • EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNIT Y

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