The Laker-East Pasco-October 13, 2021

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Artist Peter Colangelo and one of his pen and ink drawings Peter Colangelo has been drawing and painting his entire life.

He grew up in Schenectady, a community in upstate New York, renowned as an artist haven for over 100 years.

“All I ever wanted to be was be an artist,” said Colangelo, who has worked in oils, watercolor and most recently, pen and ink.

“I am primarily self-taught, and now that I am retired, I love that I have time to draw every single day.”

Colangelo spent his early years working for the State of New York as an accountant, and moved to the Boston area in his 30s, where he dedicated his life to the arts. He exhibited his work in local galleries and worked for a time at the Museum of Fine Arts framing artwork. During this period, he painted primarily in watercolor scenes of the beach, sea, flowers and other natural shapes.

In 2001, Colangelo moved to Zephyrhills and bought a home next his mother in Betmar Acres, where he spent the final two years of her life having fun and providing care. He then took a 10-year hiatus from art and worked at the Zephyrhills Walmart for 15 years until his retirement. Toward the end of his career, Colangelo began to draw and paint again, and in recent years has focused on pen and ink drawings.

He describes his work as futuristic and intricate, with detailed drawings falling somewhere between M.C. Escher and Salvador Dali.

“I have created over 800 drawings in the past four years, and I’m so excited to be sharing my work with the community. I’ve waited my entire life to have a one-man show, and this is such an honor, and so humbling,” said Colangelo, who is 73 years old.

The public is invited to Colangelo’s art show to enjoy and explore the 35 original drawings and prints on display. In addition, beautifully framed prints are available at very affordable prices.

Colangelo’s Pen & Ink Exhibit runs through the end of October at the East Pasco Fine Arts Gallery, located inside the welcome center for Avalon Park Wesley Chapel, at 33613 State Road 54.

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Avalon Park Kicks Off November With The Opening Of Its D.R. Horton Sales Center

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.R. Horton is opening its model with Sales Information Center in Westgate at Avalon Park at the end of the month, which will be open seven days week and staffed with a sales team of new home specialists.

D.R. Horton’s Westgate at Avalon Park offers 14 single-family floor plans for families to choose from, including oneand two-story plans, and two townhome plans available for sale soon.

Homes range in size from 1,500 to 3,500 square feet, with prices beginning in the mid $300s for single-family homes and the upper $200s for townhomes.

D.R. Horton is building 994 homes in Avalon Park Wesley Chapel, consisting of 768 single-family homes and 226 townhomes. Homesites are a combination of 40-foot, 50-foot and 60-foot lots coming to the community later, with many backing up to conservation and water.

Westgate at Avalon Park encompasses 285 acres and is about a mile from the community’s entrance on State Road 54, giving its residents a quiet, suburban setting. Westgate offers its own set of amenities, including a resort-style pool, open-air clubhouse with an outdoor kitchen, playground, dog park, and tot lot.

Stanley & Martin (formerly Avex Homes) also is selling single-family homes and townhomes in Avalon Park Wesley Chapel. It offers several singlefamily floor plans, and three-bedroom, two-bath townhomes that include twocar garages and private alleys in the rear.

WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE AVALON PARK In addition to quality builders and frequent community events, families

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choose to live in Avalon Park Wesley Chapel because it offers so much more than just another subdivision with homes and amenities.

“We are not just developers— we are building a brand new town,” said Stephanie Lerret, senior vice president of marketing for the Avalon Park Group. “We’re bringing together everything a family needs to enjoy life today and in the future.”

Few communities offer the recreational activities found at Avalon Park Wesley Chapel, including two amenity centers with a zero-entry pool, splash pad, spa, and picnic area, as well as a new amenity center being built in the new Westgate Village, in the northwest section of the development.

Avalon Park Wesley Chapel has been welcoming families since 2012, when this community on State Road 54, a few miles east of Interstate 75, began building its first homes. Today, over 2,000 residents enjoy unique amenities, neighborhood schools, and a convenient location with easy access to Tampa, Lakeland and Orlando.

DOWNTOWN AND CHARTER SCHOOL Setting Avalon Park above other master-planned communities is Downtown Avalon Park Wesley Chapel, which is currently under construction, and will soon offer places to shop and work in a downtown hub that connects to residential neighborhoods by tree-lined streets, walkways and bike paths.

“We are building a traditional downtown, with stores located inside of our community on the boulevard leading to our residences, parks and schools,” said Lerret.

The first phase of downtown Avalon Park Wesley Chapel includes a community park with amphitheater and five distinct buildings; an office building, two mixed-use buildings with apartments above the storefronts, and two multi-family apartment buildings.

“We are building beautiful, multistory buildings with commercial space designed for businesses our residents want close to home — restaurants, bakeries, coffee shops, bars and entertainment, hair and nail salons, as well as activities like dance, gymnastic and

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karate studios,” said Lerret.

Few planned communities can boast of a tuition-free charter school at their main entrance. But, this bragging right goes to Avalon Park Wesley Chapel, which is proud to be home to Pinecrest Academy Wesley Chapel.

The school opened its doors in 2019 to students in kindergarten through sixth grade. Students are immersed in new technologies, including robotics, and work in fully functioning STEM labs — something most schools do not offer.

The school will be adding seventh and eighth grades in coming years.

Avalon Park Wesley Chapel is a 1,650acre master-planned community designed to live, learn, work and play. At build out, it will have about 4,400 single and multi-family residences and be home to 10,000 residents. Its downtown will have more than 560,000 square feet of retail and 130,000 square feet of mixed-use commercial space and apartments built above the storefronts.

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By Kevin Weiss kweiss@lakerlutznews.com

The City of Zephyrhills has adopted a budget of nearly $75.3 million for fiscal year 2021-2022.

The figure represents about a 24.5% increase over this past year’s budget, which was roughly $60.5 million.

The newest budget also comes in significantly higher than the 2019-2020 and 2018-2019 fiscal years, which were approximately $66.3 million and $59.4 million,

respectively.

The Zephyrhills City Council unanimously approved the 2021-2022 budget at the second and final reading during its Sept. 27 meeting.

No citizens spoke during a public hearing on the matter.

The city’s balanced budget is based on a rate of 6.35 mills, which will generate about $5.7 million in ad valorem taxes based on a citywide property valuation of nearly $946.7 million.

The city’s millage rate has been the same

since 2016, according to Zephyrhills Finance Director Ted Beason.

The 54-page budget is broken down into the following categories: • General fund: $15,655,783 • Special revenue fund: $13,154,724 • Community Redevelopment Agency fund: $879, 814 • Impact fee fund: $6,143,835 • Utility impact fee fund: $6,292,000 • Utility fund: $22,766,563 See BUDGET, page 11A

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Four-year-old Aiden Trader patiently waits for a cup of lemonade, as his mom, Sabrienna Weldon, and friend Raymond Bouffier get beverages. They came to the festival from Inverness, to have some fun in the sun.

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Pasco County Schools and Moffitt Cancer Center envision great possibilities of working together when the school district builds its planned 6-12 magnet STEAM school on land near Moffitt’s planned campus in Land O’ Lakes.

Ray Gadd, deputy superintendent for Pasco County Schools, recently updated the school board about a meeting between school district and Moffitt staff members.

“We had our first real, live, meeting with the administrative staff of Moffitt Cancer Center. And, it went really very, very well,” Gadd told the school board on Oct. 5.

“On the Angeline property, as the crow flies, is kind of back behind Land O’ Lakes High School, Moffitt is putting in a hospital and a big research center, and we have a school right across the street,” Gadd said.

“That school, we’ll start construction on that, I think, about mid-October. We’ll probably be the first building up out there.And, we are currently working with Moffitt and Pasco-Hernando State College to develop a very unique school setting.”

The campus will serve students in grades six through 12.

“More than likely, the upper classmen will have an opportunity to interact in the Moffitt hospital, with Moffitt researchers; (and) participate in apprentice programs and internships.

“It would be something that is very unique to the Pasco school system,” Gadd said, noting that Dr. Kim Moore, assistant See MOFFITT, page 11A

Zephyrhills woman is featured on the TODAY show She pays attention not only to what people say, but also to what they don’t say

By B.C. Manion bcmanion@lakerlutznews.com

When Shannon Brennan heard the promo for “Flip your Fall,” a new TODAY Show segment, she immediately knew who to nominate.

The show was looking to shine the spotlight on someone who goes out of their way for others, and Shannon knew that her coworker Leondra Thomas-Robinson was perfect for that honor.

So, Shannon, who happened to be in Syracuse, New York, visiting her mother, immediately filled out a nomination on TODAY’s website.

And, the television show responded quickly, choosing Leondra, to be featured in the segment.

Behind the scenes, the TODAY team conspired with Shannon and her boss, Betsy Strickland, to pull off the surprise.

As Leondra was going about an apparently normal Sept. 16 morning at the Postal Authority in Zephyrhills, Betsy took a call in the back room.

Moments later, Betsy came out, holding her cellphone up in the air, while two voices were talking to Leondra.

Leondra didn’t have a clue what was going on.

It became clear soon enough.

“Leondra, it’s Hoda (Kotb) and Jenna (Bush).

“We’re from the TODAY show.We know you’re working usually during this hour, but we have a live television show that you’re on, right now,” Hoda said, asking Leondra if it was OK to record her.

“Here’s what happened,” Hoda continued. “Your boss and your co-worker, Shannon, nominated you for a Flip your Fall.

“Basically what this is, is we are honoring you because you are so nice.You are so kind to all of the people you meet. So, we thought, you know, maybe it’s a good time that someone said ‘Thank you’ and showed you appreciation.”

Jenna told Leondra that her co-workers said “you make coming to work a delight — that your positivity, your energy — makes everybody around you feel great.

Hoda: “First we just want to say ‘Thank you.’”

Then she asked Leondra: “How do you feel in this moment?”

Leondra responded:“I don’t even know,” tearing up with emotion.

Then, Jenna asked: “Betsy, do you have something?”

Betsy responded:“I do. I have flowers for you (Leondra) and I have some chocolates for you,” handing them to her. Leondra laughed with delight.

Then Hoda said, “Hey Leondra, we like

flowers and we liked chocolates, but we do have one more thing for you.”

Then Jenna said: “You know what we have for you? The Terranea Resort is treating you and a guest to three nights, with airfare, in Ranchos Pallos Verde in Southern California. Luxury amenities. Sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean.”

Hoda added: “Leondra, it’s the vacation you have deserved for a long time.

“What do you think?”

Leondra answered: “I’m overwhelmed.

Thank you so much.”

It was a big moment for Leondra, and for Betsy and Shannon, too — because her friends were equally thrilled she had been chosen to be showcased.

All three are women of faith and all three believe that God had a hand in Leondra’s selection.

For her part, Shannon said if she hadn’t been visiting her mom, she wouldn’t have been watching the show and would not have nominated Leondra.

And, Leondra said she never would have been working at Postal Authority, in the first place, without divine intervention.

She explained that before she began working there she was employed at a bread store that closed down due to COVID. A bread store customer asked her what she was going to do.

Leondra responded:“I’m going to trust in God. He’s always taken good care of me. He See TODAY SHOW, page 11A

Traffic concerns cause rezoning delay

By B.C. Manion bcmanion@lakerlutznews.com

Saying they want to make sure they get the planning right, the Pasco County Planning Commission continued a rezoning request by Darrell A. and Karen Renner for a proposed 108-home development in Land O’ Lakes.

The request was continued until Nov. 4, when the planning board is scheduled to also consider another nearby rezoning request known as the Clark master-planned unit development (MPUD).

There’s a connection between the two because some right of way is available in the Clark MPUD that could help resolve a traffic circulation concern.

The Renners have requested a rezoning that would allow a new subdivision on 50 acres, on the south side of Bexley Road, about 1 mile west of U.S. 41 and Wisteria Loop.

The site presently is occupied by a residence and some agricultural pursuits, and its current zoning allows a maximum of 19 residences, according to the county’s planning staff.

County planners have recommended approval of the Renner’s request.

They said the proposed density is in keeping with the county’s future land use designations for the area.They also recommend a number of conditions. One condition requires improvements on Bexley Road and Wisteria Loop — to bring both of these substandard roads up to the county’s standards.

Under those conditions, the improve-

ments would be required on Bexley Road, from the project driveway to Wisteria Loop, and on Wisteria Loop, from Bexley Road east to U.S. 41.

Area residents, however, urged the planning board to require a different solution to traffic issues.

They want a realignment of Wisteria Loop, which they say is part of the county’s vision road map.

Ray Gadd, who lives on Wisteria Loop, explained the current scenario to the planning board and what area residents would like to see.

“As it stands now, they (motorists) come to the curve in Wisteria (Loop), and they can go right to Tower (Road) or out to Wisteria Loop,” Gadd said.

If the realignment is constructed, the traffic flow would change.

“What it (vision road) accomplishes is that it essentially makes Bexley a continuous road. So that people coming from the applicant’s property, people coming from the Bexley property, or the future Angeline property would hit Bexley and have a continuous route, without a stop sign, until they hit (U.S.) 41, where they would make a right turn,” Gadd said.

Requiring that approach would be “effective planning,” Gadd contends.

If the planning commission wants to recommend approval of the Renner request, it should require the developer to acquire the right of way needed to make that improvement, Gadd said.

That land is within the proposed Clark MPUD. Gadd is deputy superintendent of Pasco

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The City of Dade City is providing trash trucks to help residents dispose of household waste on Neighborhood Cleanup Day on Oct. 16, from 8 a.m. to noon.

Residents are asked to clean up their properties, and to remove junk and/or debris from their yards.

Then, residents can take the unwanted items to one of these four dumpster locations:

• 10th Street and Whitehouse, behind Bravo’s • North Seventh Street parking lot, behind Del Carmen’s • Watson Park on North Avenue, on the basketball court side • Watson Park on Main Avenue, parking lot Tires and household hazardous waste cannot be dropped off.

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County Schools, but made it a point to announce that his appearance was as a private citizen, not in his official capacity.

Jeremy Couch, another Wisteria Road resident, told the planning board:“I feel that the staff’s conditions are completely inadequate for what they want to do.”

He characterized the Renner’s requested development as being “premature.”

Chris Nocco, Pasco County’s sheriff, also spoke at the public hearing. Like Gadd, he announced he was there as a private citizen, not in his official capacity.

Nocco urged the planning board to take a long view when considering the application.

“We want the community, Land O’ Lakes to grow, but to grow smartly,” Nocco said.

“Start those vision roads,” he said, because without them, existing communities are at risk.

“As we start building out Angeline (a massive development planned in Land O’ Lakes), let’s start seeing how it’s going to affect everything else because we don’t want to destroy the communities that are already in place,” Nocco said.

Matthew McClain, who lives on a 3.5acre property just east of the proposed rezoning, raised issues regarding compatibility.

“My concern is, this will destroy that rural nature. Everything around it is large lots,” he said.

With the proposed rezoning, McClain said,“You’re going to cram 100-plus homes on 34 (upland) acres, in an area where there’s 3-, 5-, 10-acre plots of land. It just doesn’t make any sense.”

Shelly Johnson, the attorney representing the applicant, said her client can make the improvements required in the conditions, or can complete the realignment that’s being proposed.

But it can’t do both, she said.

Johnson asked the planning board to recommend approval and to send the request to the Pasco County Commission, which has final jurisdiction on land use and zoning issues.

“From our perspective, we’re doing everything that we’re required to do that other developments do. When you have a road that’s substandard, you bring it up to standard, and that’s what my client agreed to do,” Johnson said.

“We are absolutely doing everything that we can, and that the code requires us to do, in terms of doing improvements to Wisteria Loop, which right now is our access.That’s our way in and out to (U.S.) 41.”

Planning Commission Chairman Charles Grey told his colleagues, the board needs to be sure “that when we do this, we do it right — we have the proper things in place.

“We can’t let an artificial date define how we handle these neighborhoods. I think traffic flow here, is extremely important,” Grey said.

Planning Commissioner Chris Poole agreed.

“We need to get the planning right on this.This is a particularly difficult area that we’re dealing with here,” Poole said.

After additional discussion, the board voted to continue the request until Nov. 4, the same day it is scheduled to consider the rezoning request for the Clark MPUD.

Retired Land O’ Lakes pastor receives special diocesan honor The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report

Monsignor Ron Aubin, retired pastor of Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, has received the 2021 Father Luis de Cancer Distinguished Priestly Service Award.

The distinction was presented by Bishop Gregory Parkes during the annual convocation for priestly renewal, according to an item published by Gulf Coast Catholic.

Every year, since 1998, the Diocese of St. Petersburg, has honored one priest who best exemplifies selfless and dedicated service to the people of God. This year, Aubin’s service was singled out.

During his active ministry in the St. Petersburg diocese, Aubin served as Parochial Vicar of Corpus Christi Parish, Temple Terrace (from 1986 to 1987); St. Jude Cathedral Parish, St. Petersburg (1987 to 1990); and Light of Christ Parish, Clearwater (1990 to 1994).

He was appointed pastor of Our Lady of the Rosary Parish, in Land O’ Lakes, on July 1, 1994, according to the Gulf Coast Catholic report.

He served at Our Lady of the Rosary for 27 years, until his retirement on July 1, according to a profile about the pastor published by The Laker/Lutz News shortly before Aubin retired.

In that story, the pastor talked about his time in the parish, which he led through two relocations, construction projects, rapid growth, the Great Recession and the COVID-19 pandemic.

During Aubin’s time there, Our Lady of the Rosary grew from about 830 families to more than 3,000. It reached its peak in

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Retired pastor Monsignor Ronald Aubin recently received a special distinction from Bishop Gregory Parkes, of the Diocese of St. Petersburg.

membership before the Great Recession, when many families were forced to relocate to find work.

Beyond high-profile events,Aubin tended to the more intimate — and more regular rituals — of being a parish pastor.

The First Communions he distributed.

The homilies he delivered. The marriages and funerals that he officiated.

There were the visits, too, to nursing homes, hospitals and to the jail — where Aubin offered words of comfort and spiritual guidance to others, in a time of need.

He also was involved in a variety of roles in the diocese.

Aubin told The Laker/Lutz News, shortly before his retirement, that his moments of greatest personal joy as a pastor came when three of his parishioners — Israel Hernandez, Kyle Smith and Bill Wilson — were ordained into the priesthood.

Apparently, based on the recent recognition bestowed by Bishop Parkes, Aubin’s work did not go unnoticed.

She had just the right touch, and left a lasting impression

By B.C. Manion bcmanion@lakerlutznews.com

Some people know when to listen, know when to help and know when a great big hug is precisely what’s needed.

That was Kelly Boyd.

At least that’s how the people who knew Boyd describe the 52-year-old Dade City woman — who died unexpectedly.

Boyd was affectionately known around the school and community as “Miss Kelly.”

The Dade City woman worked for 31 years as the clinic assistant at Rodney B. Cox Elementary School, at 37615 Martin Luther King Blvd., in Dade City.

Her unexpected death on July 8 was met by disbelief and sadness.

Miriam Cosme, a data entry operator at the Dade City school, said Miss Kelly treated every child who came through her clinic as if he or she was her own. She knew the particular needs of individual children, Cosme said.

If a family needed an extra bag of food for the weekend, or if a child or a child’s brother or sister needed a pair of shoes, Miss Kelly met that need.

“She was our go-to person if we needed to find out anything about a kid or a family,” added Cosme, who knew Miss Kelly for 15 years. “If she didn't have the answer, she would be on the phone making contact with parents to find out answers.”

Karen Lamar, the school’s bookkeeper, said she met Miss Kelly six years ago and they became instant friends.

“Kelly was the best hugger; I know the kids and adults loved how she would squeeze you and make everything OK,” Lamar said.

She made sure that kids were fed, clothed and that they had the things they needed.

She was uber-connected throughout the school and the community, her friends say.

“Kelly was a walking directory for our school family. Whenever you needed a phone number or to get in touch with a family, she knew that number, and knew where they lived and most of the family members,” Lamar said.

COURTESY OF RODNEY B. COX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STAFF

A candlelight vigil for Kelly Boyd, organized by her loved ones, brought people to share the joy of having known the 52-year-old and to grieve the pain of her sudden death.

Principal Karen Natal said people gravitated to Miss Kelly because they knew she genuinely cared.

She had a remarkable memory, Natal said, noting Miss Kelly recalled not only names and faces, she also remembered people’s stories.

She would connect with them and check in on them, Natal said.

“She was just a safe person to talk to,” the principal added.

Even after students left Cox to go on to middle and high school, they would drop by the elementary This poster, including an array of photos, was creatschool to talk with Miss Kelly. ed to honor Kelly Boyd. It is surrounded by candles, Despite the integral role she during a vigil at the school. played in many people’s lives and the extra hours she voluntarily gave to address others’ needs, Miss Kelly was not Courtney Wynn Loss couldn’t quite take one to call attention to her good works or it in. seek any kind of credit for what she did, “What!!! OMG this is so sad and heartNatal said. breaking,” she posted. “I've known Miss But the community knew.

Kelly for years. She was/is so amazing and And, when the school posted news of my daughter loved her.”

Miss Kelly’s death on its Facebook page, The clinic assistant’s loved ones organdozens responded with posts— many men- ized a candlelight vigil at the school, and tioning her kindness and compassion. the principal asked the Pasco County

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The building seemed a fitting choice, since Miss Kelly worked there for years and the building is used to offer both student and community services, Natal said.

In the letter to the school board, Natal described Miss Kelly’s contributions.

She served as community liaison for the Thomas Promise food program, she coordinated the East Pasco Toys for Tots and she collaborated with the community on the school’s clothes closet.

Beyond providing practical help, she was encouraging.

After Natal finished addressing the school board, at its Oct. 7 meeting, Allen Altman, the school board’s chairman said he would be honored to step outside of his role as chairman, so he could make the motion to grant the request.

“I have been volunteering at that school for decades, and as a board member, I’ve been there 15 years, and I can absolutely verify everything that you said about Miss Kelly,”Altman said to Natal.

“She meant the world to that school and it meant a bunch to her, too,”Altman said.

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The Shops at Wiregrass in Wesley Chapel will launch its first Pumpkin Patch on Oct. 14, at its Fall Pasco Community Night event.

All proceeds will be donated to The Stano Foundation, a nonprofit that focuses on giving back to the U.S.Armed Forces, veterans and their families through program-based initiatives.The pumpkin patch will run through Oct. 17 during select times in the kids play area next to Center Court.Admission is free, but guests are encouraged to make a donation to the charity or purchase a farm-fresh pumpkin.

For information, visit TheShopsAtWiregrass.com/event.

The GFWC Lutz-Land O’ Lakes Woman’s Club will host a smaller version of its annual fall flea market fundraiser on Oct. 16 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Boy Scouts Troop 12 property, 205 Second Ave., S.E., in Lutz.There also will be a Boy Scouts food booth and a Little Women of Lutz bake sale booth.All funds raised are put back into the community. For information, call Peggy Andrews at 201-715-7638.

Club Hispano Republicano

Libertad, Club Hispano Republicano de Pasco will meet on Oct. 18 at the Havana Dreamers Café in Longleaf, 3104 Town Ave., Suite 107, in Trinity. The guest speaker will be Congressman Gus Bilirakis. There will be a social at 6:30 p.m., followed by the meeting at 7 p.m.

The club meets on the third Monday of every month. For information, email libertadclubpascogop@gmail.com.

HOLIDAY BAZAAR The Forest Hills Presbyterian Church, 709 W. Linebaugh Ave., in Tampa, will host a Holiday Bazaar on Oct. 16 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.The event will feature holiday decorations and gifts; restored and repurposed furniture; plants and garden accessories; scarecrows for yards; collectibles; jewelry; books; games, and more.There also will be a winter-themed Tree Lot and burlap bags of firewood for sale.Trees will sell for $30 or less; burlap bags, $7. Masks will be required for inside shopping.Treats and take-out lunch also will be available.Admission is free. For information, visit Facebook.com/FHPCHolidayBazaar, or call 813-932-6149.

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KOREAN CULTURE CLUB The Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center, 12118 Lake Blanche Drive in Odessa, will host the second program in its Korean Culture Club series on Oct. 14 at 4:30 p.m. Participants can learn about traditional Korean clothing, the Korean written language, and Korean culture.

Registration is online at PascoLibraries.org.

MYTH & MAGIC The Hillsborough County Public Library Cooperative will present a panel discussion on “Myth and Magic” on Oct. 14 at 6:30 p.m., for teens and adults, as part of the Tampa Bay Teen Lit Fest.The panel will explore magical worlds inspired by wellknown myths and stories of various cultures where each world is filled with its own unique twists. Register and attend for a chance to win a free book. Registration is through the calendar feature at HCPLC.org.

The East Pasco Democratic Club will meet on Oct. 18, via Zoom. The guest speaker will be Kimberly Walker, candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives, on the topics of education and health care. Socializing starts at 6 p.m., followed by the meeting at 6:30 p.m. For details, email eastpascodems@gmail.com, or call 813-383-8315.

Republican Club

The East Pasco Republican Club will meet on Oct. 19 at 6 p.m., at the Shepherd of the Hills Church, 37015 Orange Valley Lane in Dade City. The guest speaker will be Maria Reza, recruitment coordinator for Career Source Pasco-Hernando, New Port Richey.

Central Democratic Club

The Central Pasco Democratic Club will meet on Oct. 20, via Zoom. Socializing starts at 6:30 p.m., followed by the meeting at 6:45 p.m. For details and a Zoom link, email centralpascodemocraticclub@gmail.com.

event will include food trucks, games and fun.Admission is free.

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The Saint Leo Theatre will present “The Complete Works of Shakespeare (Abridged),” from Oct. 14 to Oct. 17 at 7 p.m., on the lawn outside of Kirk Hall on campus, at 33701 State Road 52 in St. Leo. Tickets are free, but seats can be reserved by emailing your name and requested number of seats at StLeoTheatre@saintleo.edu.A fireworks show will be presented at intermission during the Oct. 15 performance.

Live Oak Theatre will present its production of “Into the Woods” from Oct. 15 through Oct. 31, at the Carol and Frank Morsani Center for the Arts, 21030 Cortez Blvd., in Brooksville.Advance tickets are $20 for adults and $8 for children ages 13 and younger, when purchased with an adult.Ticket prices are slightly higher at the door. Friday and Saturday shows are at 7:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday shows are at 2:30 p.m. For information, visit LiveOakTheatre.org, email liveoakboxoffice@gmail.com, or call 352593-0027.

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The Preserve at Wilderness Lakes, 21320 Wilderness Lake Blvd., in Land O’ Lakes, will host a Jeep Social on Oct. 15 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., open to families, kids and pets. Even if you don’t own a Jeep, you can attend.The

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Bay” on Oct. 15 at 7:30 p.m.The film tells the story of a destination that loves beer and the personalities who dedicate their lives to brewing it. Patrons can stick around after the film for a panel discussion and audience Q&A with the film’s director, James Blankenfeld, and representatives from 7venth Sun Brewery, Cigar City Brewing, Coppertail Brewing Co., Green Bench Brewing Company and Tampa Bay Brewing Company.Tickets are free, but reservations are required at TampaTheatre.org.

FOUNDER’S DAY PICNIC The Tampa Bay History Center will sponsor a Founder’s Day Picnic on Oct. 16 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Chinsegut Hill Historic Site in Brooksville.There will be lawn games, reenactors, tours, live music and food trucks. Guests can bring a picnic basket.Tickets are $10 for the docent-led house tours. For information, visit FB.me/e/2LTvYFksZ.

The 2021 “Red,White & Back the Blue” event will take place Oct. 16 from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m., at Gill Dawg, 5419 Treadway Drive in Port Richey.The fundraiser is for the Pasco County Fallen Law Enforcement Officer Memorial and Benefit Foundation, and for an investigation station.

Entertainment will be provided by Patrick Gibson,The Bearded Brothers, and the Never Stop Believin’ Journey Tribute Band.

Tickets are $10.

NIGHTS OF FRIGHT The Tampa Theatre, 711 N. Franklin St., in Tampa, will host “A Nightmare on Franklin Street,” its 16 Nights of Fright, from Oct. 16 to Oct. 31. Movies include classic horror films and creepy cult favorites.The event kicks off on Oct. 16 at 8:30 p.m., with the free screening of “The Conjuring:The Devil Made Me Do It.” For more information on all titles, times and tickets, visit TampaTheatre.org/Nightmare.

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The New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Wesley Chapel, will offer a We-Make Kit from Oct. 18 to Oct. 23. Participants can pick up a kit to make a bat and butterfly project using materials from the kit and from home. For information, call 813-7886375.

Saint Leo University’s Tampa Education Center will host a drive-thru Trunk-or-Treat on Oct. 21 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., at 1402 N. Howard Ave., in Tampa. (The center is in the former Berriman-Morgan Cigar Factory building.) Families are invited to wear costumes as they pick up a goody bag of Halloween treats. For information, email tampa@saintleo.edu or rod.kirkwood@saintleo.edu, or call 813-2262777.

WRITING FOR KIDS The Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center, 12118 Lake Blanche Drive in Odessa, will offer “Writer Wilderness: Creative Writing for Kids” on Oct. 19 at 4 p.m., for grades three to five.This bi-weekly program explores writing through games and writing exercises. Participants should bring a notebook to practice skills, tell stories, and express themselves. Masks are recommended, but not required. Register at PascoLibraries.org. For questions, email emilyb@pascolibraries.org.

BOOK BINGO The New River Library will host Book Bingo on Oct. 20 at 10:30 a.m., at the Zephyrhills Senior Center, 5320 First St., in Zephyrhills.

To register, visit PascoLibraries.org.

SUNSET STORY TIME The Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center, 12188 Lake Blanche Drive in Odessa, will host a Sunset Story Time on Oct. 20 at 6 p.m. Once a month, participants will meet outside (weather permitting) for a family story.Wear your favorite pajamas, too.

Masks are recommended, but not required.

Register online at PascoLibraries.org. For questions, email sr@pascolibaries.org.

OWLS & BATS The New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Wesley Chapel, will host in-person story times about owls and bats on Oct. 20 and Oct. 22 at 10:15 a.m., for toddlers; and on Oct. 20 and Oct. 22 at 11 a.m., for preschoolers.Visit PascoLibaries.org to register.

JEWISH BOOK FESTIVAL The 2021-2022 Festival of Jewish Books & Conversations kicks off on Oct. 21, hosted by the Tampa JCCs and Federation, with inperson and Zoom events.Tickets run from $6 to $36; monthly Zoom discussions are free. Each in-person event will conclude with a book signing by the author. For virtual programs, Zoom information will be emailed after ticket purchase. For a complete list of dates, times and books, visit JewishTampa.com/bookfestival.The festival is sponsored by The Gemunder Family Foundation.The book sponsor is Tombolo Books in St. Petersburg.

EXPLORE COLOR The Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center, 12118 Lake Blanche Drive in Odessa, will offer a Take & Make Little Makers Color Exploration Kit on Oct. 22, all day, for ages 3 and older.The kit includes finger-painting supplies, hands-on activities, and a reading list. Kits are available on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Pickup can be done at the drive-thru window or inside. For information, call 727815-7126.

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Short on time and space but you really want a vegetable garden?

A variety of fall vegetables can easily be grown in containers if you keep a few considerations in mind.

The container can be made of most anything that’s wood, plastic or metal, but it needs to be at least 18 inches deep to provide space for root growth.

For pressure-treated wood containers, ensure there’s enough room to keep the plants 6 inches to 8 inches from the edge of the container.

The container should be food grade for vegetables and have drainage holes in the bottom, which you may have to carefully drill, depending on the container material.

Remember:The larger the container, the heavier it’ll be when full of soil, so choose containers you can move around easily, if the need should arise.

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Avoid using soil out of the landscape due to the weed seeds and nematodes, which can harm the roots. Pre-mixed potting soil blends contain a balance of water-holding media and more course materials, which helps to aerate the soil and to provide adequate drainage.

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Cabbage is a great vegetable to grow in a container.

for vegetables, applied every 10 days to 14 days, will help keep your plants productive.

Purchase your plants that are healthy and uniform in color from reputable sellers.

Kale, kohlrabi, broccoli, cauliflower, collards, cabbages, Brussels sprouts, onion, radish, spinach, and Swiss chard will do very well in containers through fall into winter.

If temperatures drop below 45 degrees Fahrenheit at night, move the containers so that the plants are covered or carefully place a lightweight sheet over the plants to protect from frost. Be sure to remove the cover early in the morning to keep from burning the plants.

Fall vegetable gardens are extremely productive in Florida, but timing is important.

Plant transplants anytime from Halloween to the new year.

Growing fall vegetables in containers provides a great way to get exercise, enjoy the great weather and save money on the grocery bill.

For more information on vegetable gardening, please visit https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/VH021.

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Public service campaign targets human trafficking The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report

Law enforcement agencies and the Pasco County Commission on Human Trafficking have teamed up to launch a public awareness campaign to target human trafficking.

Three public service announcement videos highlight aspects of the problem.

One video focuses on traffickers; another, on sex buyers; and the third, on human trafficking victims.

The five law enforcement agencies in Pasco County — the Pasco County Sheriff’s Office and the police departments in Zephyrhills, New Port Richey, Port Richey and Dade City — all joined in on the effort.

The videos feature Pasco Sheriff Chris Nocco, Zephyrhills Police Chief Derek Brewer, New Port Richey Police Chief Kim Bogart, Port Richey Police Chief Cyrus Robinson and Dade City Police Chief James Walters.

The videos were set to be released on all participating agencies’ social media platforms on Oct. 7.

These PSAs highlight Pasco County law enforcement’s unified front in combating

human trafficking,” Liana Dean, chair of the Pasco County Commission on Human Trafficking, said in a release.

“This crime will not be tolerated in Pasco, and if you’re trafficking or buying sex, law enforcement will track you down,” Dean said.

The PSAs also address human trafficking victims and survivors directly – assuring them that law enforcement cares about them and letting them know help and resources are available.

“The commission is honored to continue to work with our law enforcement partners on this project, and we are extremely grateful for its help and support,” Dean said.

To report human trafficking or to ask for help, call 911 or the National Human Trafficking Hotline.

Here are the links to the PSAs on YouTube.

• Human Trafficking Victims: A Message from Pasco Law Enforcement, https://youtu.be/hHzCktCDc9U • Sex Buyers: A Message from Pasco Law Enforcement, https://youtu.be/iopMpeqqx-0 • Sex Traffickers:A Message from Pasco Law Enforcement, https://youtu.be/WYAEaZNSSgw

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American Legion Post 108 is partnering with Pasco County Fire Rescue to collect retired American flags for proper disposal. From left: Raymond Williams, vice commander of the post; Don Hinst, chaplain; Scott Cassin, fire chief; and Jeremy Sidlauskas, deputy fire chief.

Group seeks to retire flags with dignity The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report

Pasco Fire Rescue is partnering with America Legion Post 108 to collect retired America flags, so the post can dispose of them properly. Each of the county’s 29 fire stations will collect the flags, which will be taken to the county’s fire headquarters,

where the post will pick them up.

The goal is to dispose of the flags in a uniformly honorable fashion.

The post plans to have low-key Flag Retirement Ceremonies, disposing of 400 to 500 flags periodically throughout the year, following post meetings.A public event will be held on or around National Flag Day.

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Pasco School Board wants in on redistricting talks

By B.C. Manion bcmanion@lakerlutznews.com

Pasco County is in the midst of its redistricting process and the school board is interested in being involved.

On Oct. 5, the school board asked its attorney, Dennis Alfonso, to reach out to the county to let them know of their interest.

The request came after Ray Gadd, deputy superintendent, said he’d had some discussions with members of the Pasco County Commission and learned “they are actively involved in redrawing those boundaries.”

Redistricting occurs every 10 years, following the completion of the United States decennial census.

Changes to district maps are made based on changes to the population, but the way the lines are drawn in redistricting can have a significant influence regarding whom is elected to a particular office. So, those interested in the political process tend to keep a close eye on redistricting.

When the redistricting issue surfaced at the school board meeting, Alfonso noted: “Just to remind the board that we’re not bound by whatever redistricting is done by the county, but as a historical practice, it’s been practical for the board to just accept those districts.

“It’s not required by law, so the board, could in fact, draw its own boundaries, if it chose to do that.

“Either way, I’ll at least reach out and speak with the county attorney’s office to say,‘Hey, we’re aware of this and we want to know whether or not we’re invited to par-

ticipate in the discussions,’”Alfonso said.

School board chairman Allen Altman responded:“We went through that process 10 years ago. We cooperated together,” and noted that historically that’s been the case.

Altman told Alfonso:“If you would reach out to them on behalf of the board, let them know that we’d like to see what they are working on and participate in the process.

“My understanding is that they are the recipient of the (U.S. Census) information, and that it flows through them. And, we have heard nothing, so communication would be appreciated,”Altman said.

School board member Alison Crumbley added:“As I recall, 10 years ago, we had a comeeting with them.”

Altman responded:“We did. So, we will go to work on that.”

Superintendent Kurt Browning announced that the district just completed its reaccreditation process, which occurs every five years.

It will be receiving the full report in coming weeks, but the district has been informed that it will recommend a continued system accreditation, Browning said.

“It is all about continuous improvement, how we become a better district,” he added.

In his remarks to the school board, Don Peace, president of the United School Employees of Pasco, noted that negotiations continue between the union and the district.

“We are hoping to be able to finalize the $1,000 payments to those employees who are not covered by the state (Gov. Ron DeSantis’ COVID-19 bonus plan) very soon,”

Peace said.

The union also hopes that negotiations will include how the district can move toward “addressing longtime teachers and raising the ceiling on teacher salaries, as these are the leaders and role models we desire to keep in front of our students.”

The union also is interested in lessening the amount of required paperwork.

“Let’s work together to streamline data where we can,” Peace said.

On another topic, the board approved additional spending for extra instructional time to help close achievement gaps for students and to help support students who are below grade level.

In keeping with the grant requirements, the program targets students who are performing below grade level in one or more academic areas, according to agenda background materials.

The extra instruction will be provided from Oct. 18 to March 11.

The elementary extended school day program will focus on reading and mathematics. The secondary extended day program will focus on core content courses.

A total of 11,500 instructional hours will be devoted to elementary students; 2,628 for middle school students and 9,824 hours for high school students.

On another issue, board member Colleen Beaudoin reminded parents that the district’s school choice program, known as Pasco Pathways, will be hosting virtual expos soon to familiarize parents with the various education options available in the district.

The virtual expo for West Pasco is scheduled for Nov. 15 and the virtual expo for East Pasco is set for Nov. 18. Each expo is from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Beaudoin said she wanted to draw attention to the expos, to help ensure parents will be able to take advantage of them.

“I frequently have parents say they didn’t know there were certain programs available at schools,” she said.

“I would like to encourage parents to please attend the (virtual) expos and then you’ll learn all of the things that are offered at the different schools, and then you make informed decisions for your students for the year.

“Pasco Pathways is talking about all of the different pathways that your students can take to go through our schools, pre-k through 12.That is school choice.

“That’s a chance to learn about the programs, the opportunities that we have.

“And then, the window to apply for school choice, is Jan. 6, 2022 to Jan. 20,2022, which will be here before you know,” Beaudoin said.

The expos provide a tremendous opportunity for parents to find out about their options,Altman agreed.

“They (school district staff) did an outstanding job putting it (expos) together last year,”Altman said.

The notification and acceptance window for the district’s choice program is Feb. 23 to March 4.

For more information, visit the school district’s website and then go to the Pasco Pathways page.

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undreds of kids and adults used hay, old clothing and imagination to create scarecrows during The Florida Pioneer Village & Museum’s annual Scarecrow Festival.

Besides making their own seasonal Halloween decora-

tions, event-goers could compete in costume contests, grab a bite to eat, watch blacksmith demonstrations, and do a bit of shopping, too.

Blaise Bubble Magic, of America’s Got Talent fame, put on a show, too.

The museum is located at 15602 Pioneer Museum Road, in Dade City.

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One year-old Vivienne McAleenan notices as her mom, Ariana McAleenan, take her and her 4-year-old brother Declan’s photo. They’re sitting on a bale of hay that soon would become scarecrow stuffing. They were in Dade City, visiting their grandmother, Lisa Simon.

Four-year-old Lincoln Hollingsworth, decked out in his skeleton costume, carried the scarecrow that he and his parents, Scott and Lindsey Hollingsworth, made at the Pioneer Florida Museum & Village's Scarecrow Festival. Lincoln’s 1-year-old sister, Nora, helped, too.

Four-year-old Aaron Griffin, of Plant City, stuffs his scarecrow’s pants, one leg at a time. He and his grandfather, Randy Kreg, of Lithia, had fun at the festival.

With a serving of cotton candy that’s the size of a basketball, 11 year-old Lauren Kohl, of Riverview, prepares to enjoy it, one lick at a time. She came to the festival with her 9-year-old brother, Gavin. Their grandfather, George Wiggins, of Sun City Center, was treating them to a day of fun.

Thirteen-year-old Kenli Sparrow, of Ridge Manor, gets comfortable, using her scarecrow as a cushion, while waiting for her aunt, Paula Lasher, of Zephyrhills. Her twin brother, Kyle Sparrow, and Lasher’s great-granddaughter, 2-year-old Jacqueline Rene, were at the event, too.

Isabell Ayala, of Dade City, center, gets three bags of scarecrow wardrobe for her 13-year-old son, Ruben, left, and her 7-year-old daughter, Benito.

Six-year-old Myles Daley, of Zephyrhills, fervently gathers hay to stuff the pants of a scarecrow that’s being held by his dad, Alfred Daley. The pair was there with Myles’ older brother, 8-year-old Nolan, and the boys’ mom, Michele Daley. Myles named the scarecrow Gooseberg.

Scott Quick, owner of Cotton Kraze and maker of gourmet cotton candy, winds a cone with a huge globe of sweet stuff for a waiting customer.

Christofher Perez, of San Antonio, and Rosa Salgado, of Dade City, work together to create a scarecrow for Perez’s yard.

Pioneer Florida Museum & Village volunteer Alex Larkin, of Dade City, replenishes piles of hay for those making scarecrows.

After the children stuffed scarecrows with hay, they also could enjoy bubbles and suds filling the air at the Pioneer Florida Museum & Village’s Scarecrow Festival.

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HUMANITARIAN AWARDS Fourteen high school students from Pasco County Schools were honored during the Florida Holocaust Museum’s 2021 Anne Frank Humanitarian Award event, held virtually this year.

The award recognizes the outstanding humanitarian actions of high school students who have worked to better the lives of others at their schools and in their communities, according to a news release.

The ceremony included brief videos of area school superintendents congratulating the award winners from their school districts.

“Congratulations to all the Pasco students who have been honored with this prestigious award,” said Pasco County Superintendent of Schools Kurt Browning, in a news release.

“It’s so gratifying to know that our teens are being honored for their acts of kindness and for making a difference,” said Browning.

The winners from Pasco County schools are: • Emma Wegener,Anclote High • James Cleary, Cypress Creek • Natalie Smith, Fivay • Sabrina Tonello, Gulf • Anya Gorgas, Hudson • Ashley Colegrove, J.W. Mitchell • Zeina Benton, Land O’Lakes • McKenzie Pangallo, Pasco • Abigail McKone, River Ridge • Alesiah Manhoo, Sunlake • Liliana Gonzalez,Wendell Krinn Technical • Alexi Benitez,Wesley Chapel • Elyse Alagal,Wiregrass Ranch • Lataisha Paul, Zephyrhills

PROGRAM & LAB FEES MEETING The Hillsborough Community College District Board of Trustees will meet on Oct. 27 at 4 p.m., at the Dr. Gwendolyn Stephenson District Administration Center board room, 39 Columbia Drive in Tampa, to consider a new program fee and lab fee increase, according to a release.

The proposed fees are limited to covering costs incurred by the college and will not generate a profit.

The new fees, if approved, will go into effect in fall 2022.

To see the press release in full, visit News.hccfl.edu/press-releases.

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COURTESY OF SAINT LEO UNIVERSITY

Leadership teams from Saint Leo University and Marymount California University (MCU) gathered on the MCU campus for a ceremonial signing of a merger agreement between the two Catholic institutions. Seated are Jeffrey Senese, Saint Leo University president, left, and Brian Marcotte, Marymount California University president.

Catholic schools sign merger agreement Marymount California University (MCU) and Saint Leo University came together to celebrate the signing of an agreement to merge, according to a news release.

The Catholic institutions agreed to join forces to build upon their historic missions and commitment to offer an innovative, values-based learning environment for students.

When MCU officially becomes part of the Florida-based Saint Leo in January 2023, pending all required regulatory and accredi-

tation approvals, students will have access to more degree options, internships, and other educational opportunities and programs.

Brian Marcotte, MCU president, welcomed Jeffrey Senese, Saint Leo president, and the university’s leadership team to the MCU campus in Rancho Palos Verde, along with Mayor Pro Tem David Bradley.

The agreement was approved on July 29, and the leaders conducted a ceremonial signing on Oct. 4.

After the signing, Senese and the Saint

Leo team joined MCU students, faculty and staff for a picnic on the California campus.

“As two universities rooted in the Catholic tradition, focused on the future for students, this newly unified community will offer an innovative, values-based learning environment inspired by individuals in pursuit of a greater purpose,” said Senese, in the release.

“Working with Marymount, Saint Leo University looks forward to making an even more meaningful impact on Catholic higher education from coast to coast,” said Senese.

to trustees@ hccfl.edu, and then will be shared during the meeting.

and organizations in the Tampa area and beyond,” said Gesner, in the release.

“I hope to explore emerging opportunities and discover powerful ways for Saint Leo University to be a catalyst and partner in yielding positive social and economic impact,” said Gesner.

Business partners looking to partner with Saint Leo can email mark.gesner@saintleo.edu.

dents have, which doesn’t mean their education has to stop at high school.

All branches of the service have education options for men and women, either while they are in uniform or after their discharge. Many states have college aid programs for National Guard members.

Service members should contact their unit educational office to discuss student aid options.

For information, visit KHEAA.com.

SAINT LEO NAMES NEW VP Dr. Jeffrey D. Senese, president of Saint Leo University, announced the appointment of Dr. Mark Gesner as vice president of community engagement and innovation, according to a news release.

Gesner will serve as a member of the university’s senior leadership team.

Particularly focused in the areas of community impact, social entrepreneurism, and professional development, Gesner will be responsible for advancing community engagement at Saint Leo, building community partnerships, creating new initiatives, and serving on various internal and external boards and committees.

Gesner comes to Saint Leo having served as the executive director of the Hub for Innovation and Community Engaged Learning at Cardinal Stritch University in Milwaukee,Wisconsin.

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EDUCATION OPTIONS Many students think of education after high school as the traditional four-year college degree.

However, students who don’t want to go that route have other options from which to choose, according to the KHEAA (Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority).

One option is to get a two-year degree that leads to a job in the workforce.

A second option is a diploma or certificate that takes six to 18 months to finish, then find a job. Students often can take advantage of federal and state financial aid programs to help pay for that training.

Military service is another option stu-

EARLY RELEASE DAYS Pasco County Schools again will utilize a monthly, early release time to allow for staff to engage in professional development aligned with student needs, and district and school priorities.

Upcoming early release dates are: Nov. 10, Dec. 8, Jan. 12, Feb. 2, March 9 and April 13.

On each of these days, students will be released two hours early.

The bell times, including the early release times for each school, can be found at Pasco.k12.fl.us/site/pcs_bell_schedule.

TODAY SHOW, from page 1A will continue.”

Long story short, the customer — who turned out to be Betsy’s acupuncturist — got involved and Leondra wound up going to work for Betsy.

That, Leondra said, was God. The store, at 32789 Eiland Blvd., in Zephyrhills, doesn’t just ship packages. It has mailbox rentals, provides notary services, shreds documents, handles certified mail, completes fingerprinting and provides a variety of other services.

People arriving there are often in some sort of transition.

“We have two or three criers a week,” Shannon said.“We fax a lot of stuff, so there’s a lot of death certificates going out.We have a lot of Powers of Attorney that we notarize, and wills and end-of-life instructions, and a lot of times when we’re shipping, we’re shipping people’s valuables that they pack up from

their parents’ house, who just passed away.

“They’re really at a crossroads.

“It’s hard for them, so it just can’t be business as usual. It’s not business as usual,” Shannon said.

Leondra tunes into those needs and responds, her co-workers said.

The store has lots of repeat customers, too.

Leondra remembers their names and faces, and details of their story, Shannon said.

“I think it’s a great avenue to minister to people,” Leondra said.

“They come in.They’re sending packages,” Leondra said.“But sometimes they just need a word of encouragement. Or, they need a smile. Or, they just need somebody to reassure them. ‘Yeah, you’re going through something right now, but it’s not the end of the world, and you’re not alone.

“I hear everything that people say, but I also hear what they don’t say,” said Leondra, who is taking her mother along for her resort vacation.

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The Florida Association of Counties (FAC) has reappointed Pasco County Commissioner Kathryn Starkey to serve as the chairwoman of the organization’s Federal Policy Committee, according to a county news release.

The appointment is for the 2021-2022 fiscal year.

“It is my honor to serve another term as chair of the federal policy committee,” Starkey said, in the release.

Starkey also noted that the FAC “does an excellent job of uniting local voices across the state to develop a federal advocacy program to share with national leaders and lawmakers.”

As committee chair, Starkey will assist the FAC in leading the development process of

BUDGET, from page 1A • Airport fund: $8,440,931 • Sanitation fund: $1,963,030 Zephyrhills City Manager Billy Poe highlighted major projects in the upcoming fiscal year in a memo to council members.

The fiscal year runs Oct. 1 through Sept. 30.

Notable projects include: • Sarah Vande Berg Tennis & Wellness Center multi-purpose indoor facility: $4.655 million, with 100% of the funding coming from the state • Simons Road Phase II: $2.3 million, funded by transportation impact fee • Park improvements: $1.1 million, funded by Penny for Pasco • Sidewalks: $1 million, funded by Penny for Pasco • Eiland Boulevard/Simons Road intersection: $800,000, funded by transportation impact fee • Dairy Road/Kossik Road extension: $800,000, funded by transportation impact fee • County Road 54 improvements, east of Hercules Park: $581,907, funded by Penny for Pasco • Seventh Street milling and restoration: $575,000, funded by Penny for Pasco • City yard design: $350,000, funded by Penny for Pasco • Gateway development project: $350,000, funded by transportation impact fee • Hercules Park design: $300,000, funded

by Penny for Pasco • Jennifer Lane design and construction: $120,000, funded by transportation impact fee Meanwhile, the new budget calls for several additional personnel, including three police officers (detective, patrol officer, K-9), a human resources specialist, senior maintenance mechanic, water utilities service

policies that will guide the formation of the FAC’s agenda for the 2022 legislative session.

“Commissioner Starkey has demonstrated remarkable insight into counties’ needs, as well as a broad understanding of the various challenges facing Floridians today. Her voice is guaranteed to bring much-needed improvements for our communities this upcoming legislative season,” Ginger Delegal, FAC executive director said in the release.

“Having watched her commitment and service over the years, FAC is delighted to welcome her as a key player for rallying behind local voices,” Delegal added.

The statewide organization has represented the diverse interests of Florida’s counties for 85 years, emphasizing on the importance of protecting home rule – the concept that government closest to the people governs best.

City of Zephyrhills fiscal year 2021-2022 budget Total balanced budget: $75,296,680 • General fund: $15,655,783 • Special revenue fund: $13,154,724 • Community Redevelopment Agency fund: $879, 814 • Impact fee fund: $6,143,835 • Utility impact fee fund: $6,292,000 • Utility fund: $22,766,563 • Airport fund: $8,440,931 • Sanitation fund: $1,963,030

worker and wastewater utilities service worker.

Also on the city staffing front: • Total employee health care costs increased 1.4% • Pay increase of 3% for employees and 41 cents per hour to work toward the upcoming $15 state-mandated minimum wage increase by September 2026 Poe shared other citywide updates in his city manager’s report: • The 2021 Zephyrhills Economic Summit is scheduled for Oct. 13, from 9 a.m. to noon at Zephyrhills City Hall, 5335 Eighth St. Featured presentations will take a look at an aviation cluster study, growth, expansion and development, workforce initiatives, and various updates throughout the state and Pasco County.

• The City of Zephyrhills will host a stormwater master plan public workshop on Nov. 1 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Zephyrhills City Hall. “It’ll be a workshop where citizens can come in, look at a map, and have a conversation about their property or their areas of concern,” Poe said.

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From left: Shannon Brennan, Leondra Thomas-Robinson and Betsy Strickland all work at the Postal Authority in Zephyrhills. Shannon and Betsy pulled off a big surprise for Leondra, who was spotlighted for going the extra mile, during a segment of the TODAY show.

MOFFITT, from page 1A superintendent who oversees the district’s career and technical programs, was at the meeting, as well as Dr. Monica Ilse, assistant superintendent for high schools, and Steve Hegarty, public information officer.

“We had a very, very positive reception from the Moffitt folks,” Gadd said.

In remarks to her school board colleagues, Cynthia Armstrong said it’s exciting “that we’re going to have a magnet school right next to their campus, which is going to be huge. So, we’re very excited about that.”

That meeting was a follow-up to a previous session between Gadd and Dr. Patrick Hwu, president and CEO of Moffitt.

Gadd previously briefed school board members about his meeting with Hwu. During that briefing, Gadd told board members that he’d “heard through the grapevine that he (Hwu) was a big supporter of education, public education.”

But Gadd added:“My meeting with him was beyond expectations. I went there with a few ideas and he had hundreds of ideas about how our new STEM magnet in the Angeline area could be a partner with Moffitt.”

Gadd noted:“We’d have to work through all kinds of legal issues, as he and I discussed, but having students actually sit in, participate in procedures, surgeries, internships. Having graduate students and doctors actually come to the school building and teach courses and work with us, districtwide on virtual programs for kids, who are in nursing programs, health programs, biomedical engineering and those kinds of things.

“He was exuberant, and we made arrangements to connect my staff with his staff. I am really looking forward to the potential we have to work with Moffitt,” Gadd said.

Funding for the construction of the district’s planned 6-12 school in Land O’ Lakes was approved on Oct. 5, when the school board adjourned, then reconvened as the

Pasco County School Board Leasing Corporation to approve $85 million in financing that will pay for the lease purchase financing of that school, and projects Hudson and Gulf high schools.

The new Angeline mixed-use community — which is being billed as a wellnessthemed community — will be developed on thousands of acres of land, east of the Suncoast Parkway and south of State Road 52.

Moffitt plans to create a massive research and corporate innovation district.

Site entitlements for Moffitt’s project, which encompass 24 million square feet, include plans for a hospital, research and development space, office, manufacturing, laboratories, pharmacies, educational facility/university, hotel, and commercial space.

The multiyear, multiphase project is expected to create 14,500 jobs.

The school district’s new school in Angeline will be designed for 1,694 student stations, which at 90% capacity translates to about 1,530 students, according to a previous report in The Laker/Lutz News.

The school board hired Ajax Building Company at its Sept. 15, 2020 meeting to do pre-construction work at the 6-12 STEAM school site.

The school is planned on an 18.8-acre site within Angeline, south of State Road 52, north of the future Ridge Road extension and west of Sunlake Boulevard, according to Ajax’s website.

“Campus plans include a one-story administration area, a one-story dining and multipurpose area with a full kitchen, twostory media, band and art areas, and a four-story classroom wing, with all areas connected by a one-story and two-story atrium/central corridor, the website post says.

The site development also includes “walkway canopies, aluminum shade system, fencing, walking trail, sidewalks, chiller/generator plan, site lighting, underground utilities, landscaping and irrigation,” according to information posted by Ajax.

Harvard Jolly is the architect on the school district project.

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he Stanley Cup trophy has made countless appearances across the region since the Tampa Bay Lightning have won back-to-back National Hockey League (NHL) titles.

It’s been on display for area police and fire departments, county commissions, mayor’s offices, hospitals, colleges, and nonprofit organizations, to name a few.

It was at one of its final stops — before the start of the Lightning’s 2021-2022 campaign — in Pasco County, at AdventHealth Center Ice in Wesley Chapel.

The appearance was impromptu on a Tuesday afternoon in late September, coordinated by longtime Tampa Bay Lightning team chiropractor Dr.Tim Bain.

Bain’s sports medicine and interventional pain practice — B3 Medical — is adjacent to the Center Ice complex.

Moreover, Bain is actively involved in Center Ice programming. He helps to run an in-house performance training center that primarily caters to the facility’s Global Prospects Academy.

His son, Josh, also is a member of the facility’s Tampa Bay Juniors Hockey Club.

As a contracted Lightning employee, Bain was able to spend a day — Sept. 27, to be exact — with the Cup, which the Lightning won in July after defeating the Montreal Canadians in five games in the best-of-seven series. (The Lightning also won the trophy during the pandemic-shortened 2020 season, defeating the Dallas Stars in six games.)

Bain felt it fitting to share his coveted Cup time with others — allowing Center Ice staffers, members, and adult and youth guests to soak up the prestigious trophy and all its glory.

For roughly an hour, dozens upon dozens of people viewed the trophy, admired its history and snapped countless photos.

They were obviously having a great time.

Bain especially wanted the facility’s younger hockey players to get an up-close look at the Cup, which stands about 35 inches tall, weighs 35 pounds, and is made of silver and nickel alloy.

“It’s inspiring,” Bain said of the trophy.

“The ultimate goal for any kid that’s ever picked up a hockey stick and put on a pair of skates is the Stanley Cup, right? I don’t think there’s any trophy in sports that is that iconic, and it’s just a really interesting way to be able to give back to the community, and it’s what I want to do.”

Center Ice owner Gordie Zimmerman echoed the “awesome” experience of having the Cup on hand at the facility, albeit for only a short period.

He pointed out many non-hockey fans visiting or working at the complex also were awed by the championship trophy that’s not only awarded annually to the NHL playoff champion, but is the oldest existing trophy (commissioned in 1892) to be awarded to a professional franchise in North America.

“It’s amazing how even people that are not hockey-related, how much attention it grabs,” Zimmerman said.“It just goes to show you the recognition it gets, even when you’re not related to hockey, so it’s pretty exciting.”

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Members of the Tampa Bay Juniors Hockey Club pose for a group photo with the Stanley Cup at AdventHealth Center Ice in Wesley Chapel.

AdventHealth Center Ice staffers pose for a group photo with the Stanley Cup. The prestigious trophy was on display for about an hour in the afternoon on Sept. 27.

Tampa Bay Lightning team chiropractor Dr. Timothy Bain shows off his jewel-encrusted Stanley Cup ring at AdventHealth Center Ice in Wesley Chapel. Bain also brought the Stanley Cup to the facility for a brief period.

ment and interaction of the Cup, at Center Ice. Every stop around the community with the trophy has been “super, super special,” said Kilman, adding many people are in disbelief upon viewing the Cup in person.

“Everybody’s very, very excited that it’s there,” she said. “There’s nothing like it, there’s only one of them.”

Center Ice facility operations director Rory Mushlin was given short notice that the Cup would be making a special appearance to the 150,500-square-foot complex — the largest ice rink in the southeastern United States.

Mushlin has worked in facility operations for two-plus decades, including stints with the NHL’s San Jose Sharks and New York Islanders.

The New York native grew up on the ice sport, quipping, “I learned to drive a Zamboni before a car.”

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has a family member on the team and is included in the eight rostered players.

The tournament’s winning team will earn $250, while second place will receive $100.

To register, visit NewAPSL.com. For more information, contact Colin Eke at 813-6102278 or colin.eke27017@live.com.

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The New APSL (Adult Women’s Soccer League) will host its first-ever ladies soccer tournament on Oct. 16 at Wesley Chapel District Park, 7727 Boyette Road in Wesley Chapel. The daylong event will be a six-onsix format. Registration is $250 for a team of eight players.

The tournament will allow teams to have one player under 18 years old, provided she

The Tampa Bay Area YMCA’s annual Corporate Cup Challenge is scheduled for Oct. 16 at the James P. Gills YMCA, at 8411 Photonics Drive in New Port Richey.

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lowed him to view the Cup several times, he’s quick to note every chance to do so is quite memorable.

“Look, I think that is the hardest trophy in all of sports to win,” he said,“and I think that when you have the opportunity to see it up close and personal, it’s always special, no matter how old or how many times you’ve done it in the past.”

That particularly is the case for the younger generation of hockey players who practice and play at Center Ice, he said.

“For the youth hockey generation that we have now, it’s just more and more important for people to get that opportunity (to see the trophy),” he said.“Just like when you get a young kid that wants to be a firefighter, every time a fire truck drives up the street, their eyes light up — I think it’s the same thing for hockey players.”

GEARING UP FOR ANOTHER LIGHTNING SEASON Bain has been the Lightning’s team chiropractor since 2011.

He assists Lightning players on injury prevention and body maintenance.

The scope of work includes neurological-based adjustments, post-concussion

challenges, a climbing wall, inflatable challenges, and tug-of-war.

Proceeds from the event benefit the YMCA’s financial assistance program, which provides opportunities for more than 5,000 people who could otherwise not afford the organization’s programs and services.

Email Randy Nilsson at rnilsson@ suncoastymca.org, or call 727-467-9622 for more information.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO RETIRE Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) executive director George Tomyn has announced that he plans to retire following the 2021-2022 school year.

Tomyn has spent the past four years in the top leadership role for the FHSAA, which is headquartered in Gainesville and serves as the official governing body for in-

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therapy, craniosacral therapy, plus other exercise therapies to help improve muscle tissue on extremities, such as feet and ankles.

Now, as the franchise begins its run for a Stanley Cup three-peat, Bain is upbeat the team can have yet another successful season — despite having to replace its entire third line, among other roster changes.

The Lightning begins its 2021-2022, 82game regular season on Oct. 12 against the Pittsburgh Penguins at Amalie Arena.

“They’re a good team,” Bain said.“I think they’re a really solid group and returning a lot of guys…so it’s going to be a fun year. It’s always hard, these (championships) are super hard to even think about, so, the fun is in the chase.”

As to why the Lightning have been one of the model franchises in pro sports in recent years, Bain credits the organization’s “really, really good culture” that promotes teamwork over individualism.

“Everybody buys in, everybody’s part of the team,” Bain said. “It doesn’t matter if you’re the lowly chiropractor or the guy that brings in the food at night; we’re all part of the team and they’ve really embraced that.”

terscholastic athletics in Florida.

Before that, he worked for the Marion County school system for 26 years, including a stint as school superintendent from 2012 to 2016.

Serving as the organization’s chief executive officer, Tomyn is tasked with supervision of FHSAA staff and office; interpretation of bylaws, guidelines, regulations, policies and procedures; and corporate sponsorships, among other duties.

“Serving as executive director of the FHSAA has been an enjoyable and rewarding experience,”Tomyn said, in a release.“I look forward to continuing the role for the 2021-22 school year.”

Moving forward, the FHSAA’s board of directors will outline a timeline for choosing Tomyn’s replacement and make that hiring decision, following the succession process.

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ew art museums in Florida - or most anywhere outside of New York City - rival the allure of the Salvador Dali Museum in St. Petersburg.

On the southern end of downtown, on the waterfront, it boasts the largest collection of Dali’s art outside of a museum he founded himself in his hometown of Figueres, Spain.

Housed in what’s been described as “one of the top buildings to see in your lifetime,” the collection includes 2,400 works spanning Dali’s long career. Here, you can see his oil paintings, watercolors, drawings, books, book illustrations and manuscripts, prints, sculptures, photos, textiles and documents.

Dali, who died at 84 in 1989, was a prolific artist and a pioneer in Surrealism, known for his flamboyant personality as much as for his mind-bending art. Some called him a mad genius.

Many know him for his soft, melting clocks and watches, his self-portraits and his obsession with his wife, Gala. Others know him for his gigantic paintings, some with hidden images or imbedded mysteries.

Showcased in the Dali Museum, one titled,“Gala Contemplating the Mediterranean Sea,” depicts his nude wife staring into the sea within a cross surrounded by brown squares. Step back and squint, or put on sunglasses, and you’ll see a portrait of Abraham Lincoln.

It’s one of the most popular - among many - of his works in the museum.

It takes several hours to walk through the museum to see all the art and to read descriptions of each piece.To learn more, it’s a good idea to download the Dali Museum app and take a self-guided tour.

In addition to the permanent collection, special exhibits are hosted regularly.

Currently on display through Jan. 2, 2022, is “The Woman Who Broke Boundaries: Photographer Lee Miller,” featuring her work in photojournalism and portraiture.

Visitors can see some of her self-portraits, and her photos of Dali and Gala, as well as her portraits of other artists and writers associated with Surrealism, including Man Ray and Pablo Picasso.

Another exhibit,“At Home With Dali,” features photos by five photographers of Dali and Gala at home in Spain in the 1950s and ‘60s.

From Jan. 29 to May 22, 2022, the museum presents “Picasso and the Allure of the South,” which will depict southern Europe’s influence on Picasso’s work. Many works he created in northern Spain and on France’s Mediterranean coast will be shown for the first time in the U.S. The museum building is a work of art itself, with its geodesic glass bubble enveloping parts of the exterior, and a spiral staircase winding gracefully upward inside.

Looking around you sometimes feel like you are within a Dali painting, or a seashell, especially while walking up the circular staircase and looking up at the blue sky and billowing white clouds or out to Tampa Bay. The museum website says the building “combines the rational with the fantastical,” and that’s certainly true.

The fantastical continues outside, too, in the “Avant-Garden,” a green space that includes a ficus called the “Wish Tree,” dangling with strings of colorful admission bracelets marked with wishes of those who have left them, for health, love, world peace and even fame.

Dali, always the self-promoter and fantastically popular, would have liked that. In his autobiography,“The Secret Life of Salvador Dali,” he said, at 7, he wanted to be Napoleon.“And my ambition has been growing steadily ever since.”

©2021 – SALVADOR DALÍ MUSEUM, INC., ST. PETERSBURG, FL

The Salvador Dali Museum building, with its distinctive glass dome exterior, has been called rational and fantastical.

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A spiral staircase in the Dali Museum circles like a seashell, with views of Cafe Gala below and blue skies overhead.

If you go Salvador Dali Museum

COLLECTION OF THE DALÍ MUSEUM, ST. PETERSBURG, FL (USA) 2021 WORLDWIDE ©SALVADOR DALÍ, FUNDACIÓ GALA-SALVADOR DALÍ, (ARS), 2021 IN THE USA © SALVADOR DALÍ MUSEUM, INC., ST. PETERSBURG, FL, 2021

‘Daddy Longlegs of the Evening-Hope!’ reflects Dali’s Surrealistic style. Oil on canvas, 1940.

WHERE: One Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg HOURS: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., except for Thursdays, when it closes at 8 p.m.

TICKETS: Advance-purchase, timed tickets are required. Order at TheDali.org.

COST: Ages 18 to 64, $25; 65 and older, as well as educators, law enforcement and military, $23; students 13 and older, $18; ages 6 to 12, $10; 5 and younger, free.

For self-guided tours and Dali facts, download the Dali Museum app and take headphones or buy ear-buds at the museum.

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CONTACT: TheDali.org; 727-823-3767

In the garden, also, is a bench that appears to be melting, with a melting clock on it, and a huge Dali mustache sculpture that visitors like to stand in front of for photographs.

Due to COVID-19, the museum is not offering its usual docent-led tours, but it still offers private tours for groups fewer than 10, for a fee above admission.

The Dali museum store and Cafe Gala are both open. The store is filled with everything Dali - from jewelry to books, posters,

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This photo of Salvador and Gala Dali, taken by Lee Miller, is among Miller’s works now on exhibit in the Dali Museum.

melting clocks and clothing. The cafe features Spanish tapas.

Some have said Dali’s Surrealism is not their taste, so they haven’t visited the world-

renowned museum. But Dali’s art is diverse and there’s probably something here for everyone.And who could resist the fantastical works of a mad genius?

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Bella Home Market goes the extra mile to show customers there is really nothing you can’t do with these paints. While most crafters use them for painting furniture (beautiful examples can be found in the store), Marbela and artist Rebecca Buzzeo hold classes every month to showcase the adaptability and versatility of the paint. These classes of individualized, all-inclusive projects tend to fill up fast, especially around the holidays.

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Pasco wins tourism marketing honor The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report Pasco County’s Destination Management Organization, known as Florida’s Sports Coast, won a 2021 Flagler Award at the annual Florida Governor’s Conference on Tourism, held by Visit Florida. The honor came in the Resource/Promotional MaterialConsumer category for development and marketing of the Sports Coast Pilsner with Escape Brewing.

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Thomas said all of them have played a role in the county’s tourism success.

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The board approved a request to amend the county’s consulting services agreement with Downs & St. Germain Research Inc., to extend the research firm’s services for another year.The contract is for $48,000 for fiscal year 2022.

Shown here is a rendering of alternatives for a section on Seventh Street from Church Avenue to Meridian Avenue.

Dade City seeks public feedback The Laker/Lutz News staff report The City of Dade City is accepting public comments and ideas for conceptual traffic and beautification improvement plans for Seventh Street.

City officials seek to create a downtown area that’s attractive, walkable and bikeable, and will appeal to everyone visiting it.

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The Dade City Garden Club has released its 2021 Christmas ornament, entitled “Front Porch.”

The ‘porch’ featured in the historicthemed ornament leads to the inside of the club’s building — the original St. Rita’s Church, which was built in 1913 and purchased by the garden club in 1976 for $1.

The design of “Front Porch” exhibits various symbols that are meaningful to the garden club.

The camellia flower represents love, affection and admiration.The wildflower and phlox point to sweet dreams and harmony.

Colorful monarch butterflies support the club’s belief in life, change and endurance.

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CONGRATULATIONS to David Castro, a senior at Zephyrhills High School, for being applauded by Avalon Park Wesley Chapel.

Castro is a shining example of a young adult making a positive impact in his local community. His passion is to help educate and train younger kids about two sports he loves — tennis and billiards.

Castro began playing tennis in fifth grade when his parents won a certificate for a reduced price for tennis lessons at a local park. Even though Castro loved the sport, he wasn’t able to continue, as he didn’t know any other tennis players to play with and couldn’t afford private lessons. Castro ended up focusing on baseball and football until his sophomore year when he was able to play tennis for his high school.

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This was during the time when the Sarah Vande Berg Tennis & Wellness Center opened. Castro was offered the opportunity to become one of the inaugural student ambassadors for the center’s foundation.

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It’s Castro’s responsibility to represent the foundation by performing well in competitions and upholding its five pillars: education, character, community, positive role model and physical well-being.

“David continues to impress me with his proactive approach to solving problems and helping others,” says Nick Walton, director of operations at the Sarah Vande Berg Tennis & Wellness Center.

Castro also is a part of the nonprofit Shooting for the Future, which helps grow the sport of billiards through coaching, publicity and recruitment. He was one of the first players for the nonprofit, and also was a junior coach to help younger players improve their game.

“I enjoyed watching other students slowly fall in love with a sport that I already enjoyed,” says Castro.

Castro says coaching for the tennis foundation and nonprofit helps to give local kids a healthy alternative to sitting at home watching TV or playing video games.

After graduation, Castro hopes to pursue a career as either a pilot, or professional tennis and/or pool player.

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The event will include live music with local bands, vendors, food trucks, a silent auction and more.

A $5 wristband donation will provide access to all the event has to offer, with proceeds going to Gulfside Hospice.

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RESOURCE LIST The Pasco Sheriff’s Office has compiled community-based resources on its website to help serve its citizens, according to a news release.

Resources are available for a variety of challenges that citizens may encounter, including mental health issues, houselessness, suicidal thoughts, and more.

The list was developed to give those seeking assistance a place to start when they may not know how.

To see the resources, visit PascoSheriff.com/MentalHealth.html.

DINING IN THE DARK The Lighthouse for the Visually Impaired and Blind (LVIB) will celebrate White Cane Awareness Day during its sixth annual “Dining in the Dark” on Oct. 15 at 6 p.m.

The event includes ways to dine in the dark, prize drawings, client testimonials, white cane demonstrations, and donor recognition.

Everyone is invited to attend this free, virtual celebration on Zoom and on Facebook.com/LVIBDiningintheDark.

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“Dining in the Dark” will benefit the LVIB programs for the visually impaired and blind.

GULFSIDE FUNDRAISER The 10th annual Paulie Palooza Music Festival is set to take place on Oct. 16 from The Laker/Lutz News likes to keep our readers informed about available classes, seminars, lectures and events regarding health and wellness issues. Hospitals, doctors, individual practitioners and anyone related to the health care industry can submit information, at least two weeks in advance, to be considered for publication. Submissions should include who, what, where, when, cost, contact information, identifications for individuals in a photo (unless it is a large group), and a photo credit. This information should be emailed to news@lakerlutznews.com.

The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s is scheduled for Oct. 16, at Sims Park in New Port Richey.

Last year’s walk was mainly virtual due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but this year the association is moving forward with an in-person event.

Safety protocols will be implemented, including physical distancing, masks, contactless registration, hand-sanitizing stations, and more.

Registration is at 8 a.m., followed by an opening ceremony at 9 a.m.

To register and for walk updates, visit ALZ.org/walk.

MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS The Pasco County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Department will host “RECreate Your Mind” on Oct. 16, at the Withlacoochee River Park, 12449 Withlacoochee Blvd., in Dade City.

The event will include a Stomp Out Suicide 5k (starting at 8 a.m., $35) and 1-mile trail run/walk (starting at 9 a.m., $15); followed by music, a family fun zone; youth and adult recreational/leisure activities; vendors; raffles; food trucks; stress reduction activities and demonstrations; mental health resources; rejuvenation opportunities; and more.

Proceeds will help to establish/facilitate mental health events within Pasco County.

Participating runners/walkers will receive a race shirt, complimentary snacks and a finisher award.

Registration is online at RunSignup.com/race/fl/dadecity/stompoutsuicide5ktrailrun.

MENTAL HEALTH SEMINAR The League of Women Voters of Hillsborough County’s health care and education action groups will host a virtual presentation, “COVID’s Impact on Your Mental Health: How to Find Help,” on Oct. 19 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

The three featured speakers will be Sunny Hall, vice president of client services, Crisis Center of Tampa Bay; Natasha A. Pierre, executive director, National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Hillsborough County; and Alan Davidson, chief clinical officer, Central

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The GFWC Wesley Chapel Woman’s Club recently hosted guest speakers from Idlewild Autism Camp, who shared information about its programs for children and young adults — activities that include a weeklong summer camp, as well as a weekend camp in the fall and spring. The women’s club donated $300 to sponsor a weekend camper, as a special gift to help a family struggling to get a child into Camp Idlewild. From left: Linda Jenkins, GFWC; Idewild staff Nathan Stowers, Sherri Sherman and Irene Roach; Cindi Nalon, GFWC; Shantel Meyers (holding check), GFWC; and Idewild staff Wendy Neal and Mariah Pasko.

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MEDITATION GROUP Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center, 12118 Lake Blanche Drive in Odessa, will host “Cultivating Calm, Concentration and Connection,” a meditation group, on Oct. 20 at 6 p.m. No experience necessary.

There will be a discussion on the book, “10% Happier,” by Dan Harris. Print copies are available at the service desk, and also are available on Hoopla as an e-book and e-audio book.

Chairs will be set up. Bring a towel or yoga mat if you prefer to sit on the floor.

Bring a journal or notebook, too.

Masks are recommended, but not required.

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BREAST HEALTH SEMINARS • The Pasco County Library Cooperative will host “PINK About Your Breast Health: Resources for Families and Caregivers” webinar on Oct. 21 at 11 a.m. Register at PascoLibraries.org.

• AdventHealth Zephyrhills will host a Breast Health Panel on Oct. 21 at 8 p.m., on the hospital’s Facebook page. The guest

speakers will be board-certified general surgeons Dr. Thushy Siva and Dr. Kimberly Apple. For information and to register, call 877-534-3108, or visit AHZephyrhills.com.

PRESCRIPTION TAKE BACK DAY The Pasco County Sheriff’s (PSO) Office will have a Prescription Take Back Day on Oct. 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at The Shops at Wiregrass parking garage in Wesley Chapel and at the PSO Administration Building, 8700 Citizens Drive in New Port Richey.

The event provides a safe, convenient and responsible way to dispose of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications.

For more information, please visit TakeBackDay.dea.gov.

ONE BLOOD BUS VISIT The One Blood Big Red Bus will stop at the Sarah Vande Berg Tennis & Wellness Center, 6585 Simons Road in Zephyrhills, on Oct. 23 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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New camping rules for SWFMD properties The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report New camping rules are now being enforced on lands within the Southwest Florida Water Management District’s (SWFMD) jurisdiction.

The rules became effective on June 23, but were not enforced until Oct. 1.

The updated rules provide more fair opportunities for all users and create greater consistency with the other water management districts, according to a new release from SWFMD. Changes include: • Reservations must be made at least 24 hours before the start of the camping permit.

No same-day reservations will be accepted.

• Campers may arrive no earlier than 3 p.m., on the first day of their reservation.

• Campers must depart by 11 a.m., on the final day of their permit.

• Camping is limited to no more than seven consecutive days and 30 total days per calendar year. Attempts to circumvent the seven-day maximum or 30-day total annual length of stay are prohibited.

• Permittees can hold no more than two active camping reservations simultaneously.

• The quiet period is 10 p.m. to 7 a.m., at all campsites.

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An updated mobile emergency contact phone number is required on each reservation.

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San Antonio Citizens Federal Credit Union, 7301 Gall Blvd., in Zephyrhills, hosted its free, bi-annual Community Shred Day. Staff assisted 186 cars, shredding 8,250 pounds of paper within two hours. The next Shred Day is planned for March of 2022, at a location yet to be determined.

Ray Gadd named to state task force The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report Ray Gadd, deputy superintendent for Pasco County Schools, has been named to a state task force seeking solutions to address mental health and substance abuse issues.

Gadd told members of the Pasco County

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